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Myanmar revolts against dictatorship
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 02/02/2024
» When Myanmar's military coup took place three years ago, few thought it would turn out this way. Never has a military in Southeast Asia staged a successful coup and then failed to consolidate power afterwards. Yet this is precisely what's happening in Myanmar. A fierce and determined coalition of resistance forces is in the process of prevailing over Myanmar's battle-hardened army.
Tourism minister has 6 proposals to boost Asean unity
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/01/2024
» Six proposals by the Minister of Tourism and Sports to build up regional partnerships in promoting Asean tourism and be represented in the upcoming meetings of Asean tourism ministers have been approved by the cabinet.
Asean should back a new Myanmar
Oped, Published on 24/01/2024
» On Jan 28-29, Asean's foreign ministers will meet in historic Luang Prabang, until 1975 the capital of Laos, their host country. It will be their first meeting since Laos took over Asean's rotating chairmanship from Indonesia at the beginning of the year.
Srettha eyes more deals after Davos
Published on 19/01/2024
» The government is looking forward to more trade negotiations and foreign investment after joining the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on Friday.
Government to work with Asean to help Myanmar
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/01/2024
» Thailand has committed to providing humanitarian aid to Myanmar and will work with members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) to promote peace in the neighbouring country, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara said.
A year of milestones
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 26/12/2023
» As 2023 concludes, the year stands out for a multitude of noteworthy events and news.
Lao PDR is ready for Asean challenges
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 26/12/2023
» Starting Jan 1, Lao PDR will officially take over the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean). This comes at a critical time as uncertainty increases regionally and globally. The growing competition among major powers has already had chilling effects on the region and beyond, never mind the ongoing issues of climate change and supply chain crises. Taking the helm for the third time, Vientiane will have to be proactive due to the urgency of such challenges.
Country eyes regional AI hub status by 2027
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 19/12/2023
» Thailand wants to become the artificial intelligence (AI) hub of Southeast Asia by 2027, attracting more foreign technology investment in cloud data centres, says Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Prasert Jantanaruangthong.
Transforming Thailand’s Optical Networks for Tomorrow
Published on 15/12/2023
» Since the launch of Thailand 4.0, Thailand has continued to make significant progress towards creating a digitally-driven, value-based economy. Continuous improvements in internet penetration and speeds are helping to fuel sustained digital economy growth across multiple sectors, driven by shifts in consumer behaviour and technological advancements.
Israel bombs south Gaza after Hamas hostage threat
AFP, Published on 11/12/2023
» GAZA STRIP (PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES) - Israel bombed southern Gaza's main city on Monday after Hamas warned no Israeli hostages would leave the territory alive unless its demands for prisoner releases were met.