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Insurance expected to flourish driven by auto, health policies
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/02/2024
» The insurance industry could outstrip the Thai economy in terms of growth this year, thanks mainly to health and auto policies, as there are headwinds that could pose risks to the country's GDP outlook, leading insurance executives say.
Documenting humanity
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/10/2023
» James Nachtwey, one of the greatest war photojournalists of our time, once said "photographers were telling people what was actually happening". As a result, from the beginning of his career, he has been determined to venture into dangerous conflict and war zones to document crucial issues and reveal them to the world.
Under the weather
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/10/2023
» The collapse of a fabric roof at Indoor Stadium Huamark has stoked fears about the safety of operating in public buildings.
Srettha urges arms deals delay
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 03/10/2023
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has asked the armed forces to delay their arms procurement plans for the 2024 fiscal year so the government can spend its budget to help those who are most in need, sources said.
Widening access to education
News, Published on 24/07/2023
» A recipient of a scholarship from the Bangkok Post Foundation said the financial assistance she received has helped her make her dreams of becoming a dentist a reality.
Hoping for a breath of fresh air
News, Pratch Rujivanarom, Published on 19/03/2023
» Environmental activists and experts are urging the next government to support the Clean Air Bill before parliament to address PM2.5 problems and reduce health impacts from air pollution.
Markets meant to limit climate change
Business, Published on 08/02/2023
» Attempts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions are not restricted to environmental and technological approaches, as economic instruments are meant to support campaigns against global warming.
Probing space tech's potential
News, Published on 24/10/2022
» Czechia, formerly known as the Czech Republic, and currently president of the Council of the European Union, is promoting the EU's space diplomacy project in Thailand and the Indo-Pacific region to cope with environmental problems and sustainable development.
Time for a flood remedy
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/09/2022
» Fears of a repetition of the 2011 epic flood will haunt city residents in the coming days as heavy rain leads to massive floods in the northern part of the capital and adjacent areas. While the current conditions do not match 2011's huge proportions, the reaction of City Hall does not inspire much hope. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) -- regardless of who is the elected or appointed governor -- has reacted to the flooding in the same manner that it did in past years.
A role model for the region
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 07/06/2022
» The UN's Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (Escap) recently held its 78th meeting in Bangkok, under the theme "A Common Agenda to Advance Sustainable Development in Asia and the Pacific".