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Climate needs urgent actions now
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/06/2022
» Cities around the world are no strangers to riverine flooding. In December 2021, the four main rivers running through Kuala Lumpur hit dangerous levels, causing nearby rail lines to shut down and halting mobility across the city. In March this year, storms prompted flood warnings along Australia's east coast, including in Sydney. Thousands of residents had to flee their homes.
Climate action urgency growing
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 28/03/2022
» Summertime has arrived in this part of the world, with temperatures rising considerably although we are not yet in April, normally the hottest month in Thailand.
Formula for success
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 02/11/2020
» As the Group CEO of Indorama Ventures Plc (IVL), the Bangkok-based chemical company whose business spans 33 countries around the globe, Aloke Lohia travels frequently every year to visit 120 operating sites, with pleasure trips tacked on when he has time. While the protracted Covid-19 pandemic has brought that routine to a complete stop, the Indian-born business veteran says it doesn't bother him.
Make the recovery green
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/06/2020
» Southeast Asia has been relatively successful compared to other regions in handling the spread of Covid-19, with Vietnam a world leader. Despite a long border with China and a population of 97 million, Vietnam has recorded just 352 infections and not a single death, thanks to aggressive, targeted testing and a centralised quarantine system.
Climate urgency increasing
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 16/12/2019
» While the latest UN Climate Change Conference was taking place in Madrid, smog returned to Bangkok last week with PM2.5 dust exceeding safe levels in some areas. Face masks were back in fashion, while children, pregnant women and the elderly were advised to avoid outdoor activities.