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Safe, healthy travel a priority
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2022
» The hearts of all Thais are blessed and looking forward to Wednesday when the five-day Songkran holiday begins. It will be the first time in three years for us to celebrate the traditional New Year known for joyous water splashing at the hottest time of the year.
Can we stop the baby bust?
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 07/06/2021
» Raising three children might not have been so difficult in the old days when most people lived in extended families. Take my mother and my aunt for example. Mom raised her three kids -- me and two brothers -- at home while she made desserts for sale with the help of grandma, while my auntie did so with a helping hand from her mother-in-law.
Vaccine confusion must end
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 10/05/2021
» As a new wave of the global pandemic creates growing urgency in many parts of the world, Covid-19 vaccines have been in short supply. Only a handful of rich economies, among them the US and European countries, along with China, have secured sufficient supplies for their domestic vaccination programmes.
Our unhealthy holiday
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/04/2021
» Many Thais have hit the road to enjoy the long Songkran holidays this week, but I can't help feeling that this Thai New Year will be a weird one. Normally, people enjoy the water festival that comes at the peak of the hot summer in April by splashing each other with enthusiasm, along with more subdued observances such as pouring water on elders' hands, asking for blessings and making merit.
New frontiers for Taiwan
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/03/2017
» Growing business opportunities in Southeast Asian nations have captured interest from leading Taiwanese firms that are entering these new markets.
Taiwan steps up
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/03/2017
» With a total population of less than 24 million, Taiwan is known for its diversified manufacturing sector ranging from high-tech industries such as electronics and IT, to home appliances and bicycles. Companies such as Asus, Delta Electronics, Tatung and Giant have made their mark in the international market as leading brands from Taiwan.
Change starts now
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 25/05/2015
» Thailand has a 20-year population development plan that contains many measures to deal with a growing ageing population and a shrinking labour force. However, the country's long record of political volatility suggests that turning plans into meaningful actions will be a challenge.
Living by design
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 16/04/2012
» Whether we like it or not, Thailand is fast becoming an ageing society.