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Philippine city in ruins: Islamic State still a threat
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/06/2017
» The war against ISIS currently raging in the city of Marawi has taken many lives & is a stark warning to other ASEAN states to be prepared.
Conventions, exhibitions & fairs: 20 year mega-plan
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/05/2017
» Conventions, exhibitions & fairs, an important part of Thailand's tourism industry, aims to triple visitors to 3 million from 1 million by 2036.
Thailand's soon-to-be sovereign investment fund
Jon Fernquest, Published on 24/11/2016
» Govt to set up investment holding company for govt shareholdings to improve performance of state enterprises.
Auto testing center for research & development
Jon Fernquest, Published on 16/11/2016
» Manufacturing electric cars in Thailand & increased tyre production to help rubber farmers are goals this ambitious new research center will support.
State enterprise reform means no more skipping work
Jon Fernquest, Published on 24/08/2016
» New state enterprise reform law forces businesses to perform & make money, also shields from politicians seeking gain.
High-speed rail: Property development along route needed
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/06/2016
» One-year for new development plan for high-speed rail route needed after Japanese study predicts gloomy financial prospects.
Tachai Island closed: Tourism damage to environment
Jon Fernquest, Published on 16/05/2016
» Small island in Phang Nga to be closed to save it from over-tourism (food-stalls, speed boats, thousands of tourists).
Purple Line missing link: Long walk or shuttle bus?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 16/05/2016
» North Bangkok connects to downtown by mass transit in August, but 1km bus ride or walk along the "missing link" will be needed.
Making Bangkok a green city: Ambitious plan
Jon Fernquest, Published on 07/03/2016
» Sathon Road to be filled with trees, greenery & recreational spots to make it more pedestrian-friendly & connect it to public transportation.
What's new in business news: June 19, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 19/06/2014
» World Cup fashion fever, NBTC set to lose grip on TV auction riches & 2015 infrastructure projects could run to B100bn.