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Japan's bruised ruling party to pick yet another leader
AFP, Published on 04/10/2025
» TOKYO — Japan's ruling party began voting Saturday to choose its fifth leader in as many years, charged with reviving its flagging fortunes as a new anti-immigration grouping snaps at its heels.
Social justice the key to prosperity
Oped, Published on 30/09/2025
» Thirty years ago, 186 countries met in Copenhagen for the first Social Summit for Social Development. The gathering was the largest meeting of world leaders ever at the time. By the end of the summit, their agenda was clear: the challenges faced by our societies are global, and so are the solutions.
CEA Announces Creative Excellence Awards 2025
Published on 29/09/2025
» Bangkok, September 29, 2025 — Now in its third year, the Creative Excellence Awards spotlight individuals, organisations, and communities that harness creativity to generate new value and opportunity for Thailand’s economy and society. Organised by the Creative Economy Agency (Public Organization), or CEA, the 2025 awards recognise 15 winners across three main categories: Creative City Awards, Creative Business Awards, and Creative Social Impact Awards. These accolades reflect the belief that creativity is a key engine for elevating Thailand’s potential on the global stage. The awards ceremony took place on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, at EMSKYE, 14th floor, EM Tower, EMSphere.
How gender equality boosts the economy
Oped, Published on 26/09/2025
» With protectionism and industrial policy returning to advanced economies, and with geopolitical tensions on the rise, this is an inauspicious moment for trade-led growth strategies. Since future growth will increasingly depend on sound domestic policies, low- and middle-income countries should focus on ensuring that existing resources are fully and efficiently deployed. And no resource is more valuable than human capital.
IRPC Wins Gold for Human Rights Excellence
Published on 25/09/2025
» IRPC Public Company Limited (IRPC), led by Terdkiat Prommool, President and Chief Executive Officer, has received the Gold Award for Outstanding Human Rights Model Organisation 2025 from the Department of Rights and Liberties Protection, Ministry of Justice. This marks the seventh consecutive year of recognition.
Tough on domestic violence
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/09/2025
» Civil groups on Wednesday submitted a bill to the House of Representatives seeking stronger protection for victims of domestic violence, saying the current law falls short of safeguarding them.
When 'cute' takes on another meaning
Thana Boonlert, Published on 25/09/2025
» Polcasan captivates fans with his playfulness. In a video, despite his gibberish rapping, the youngest star earns a big cheer. He dispenses touches, hugs, and waves. When he bounces, shakes his butt, and caresses his belly, his movement arouses an irresistible urge to cuddle. He appears in a wide range of activities, from shows and fan meetings to advertisements. In only a year and a half, he has drawn a huge following, with over 222,000 followers on Instagram.
Polycrisis merits renewed ethos
Oped, Published on 24/09/2025
» In 1999, one of us (Morin) introduced the term "polycrisis" to describe the web of interconnected catastrophes threatening our world. At the time, the concept was meant to serve as a warning, but it has since become our reality. We are facing a confluence of escalating ecological, political, economic, technological, and existential crises, each of which is reinforcing the others.
Egypt frees rights activist after Sisi pardon
AFP, Published on 23/09/2025
» CAIRO - Prominent Egyptian-British human rights defender Alaa Abdel Fattah was released from prison after years behind bars and reunited with his family in an emotional celebration following a long-awaited pardon by President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.
Thailand's contributions to UN at 80
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 23/09/2025
» The United Nations turns 80 years old this year. Thailand is a strong supporter of the UN's agenda and its multilateral efforts. It has never run against the UN decisions.