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Yesterday’s shadow
Oped, Postbag, Published on 25/05/2024
» Re: “Court to hear Srettha case”, (BP, May 24) and “Thailand’s judiciary face challenges”, (Opinion, May 24). Prof Thitinan Pongsudhirak’s biting comments on the judiciary’s influence on the lifeline of an elected prime minister are most justified based on past events. For the coming challenge facing our Constitutional Court, it is different from the past. The court’s 5-4 vote not suspending PM Srettha’s lifeline before he has the chance of defence is laudable.
What do Indian women want from poll?
Oped, Published on 25/05/2024
» Since April 19, the day general elections began in India, voters have queued up outside polling booths, braving a muggy, scorching heatwave. The mood appears mostly upbeat. Voters talk to TV news reporters. They articulate wishes for change or belief in the incumbent leader.
Anand urges education equality
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/05/2024
» Former prime minister Anand Panyarachun said yesterday that urgent action is needed to address education inequality and restore hope among Thailand’s younger generation.
Asian shares decline as US rate-cut hopes dim
Business, Published on 25/05/2024
» RECAP: Asian stocks tracked Wall Street lower in response to more economic data that signalled the US Federal Reserve might keep interest rates on hold for most of this year. Regional currencies also took a hit as dollar strength persisted.
Stimulus measures on the agenda
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 25/05/2024
» The first meeting of economic ministers slated for Monday will focus on discussions for new measures to stimulate the economy, says Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Ex-PM Anand urges education equality
Published on 24/05/2024
» Former prime minister Anand Panyarachun said on Friday that urgent action is needed to address education inequality and restore hope among Thailand’s younger generations.
China stages mock missile strikes on Taiwan, jets with live missiles used in drills
Reuters, Published on 24/05/2024
» BEIJING/TAIPEI - China staged mock missile strikes and dispatched fighter jets carrying live missiles along with bombers on Friday, state broadcaster China Central Television (CCTV) said, as part of exercises Beijing has said were launched to punish Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te.
China-ASEAN Cultural Exchange Celebrates One-Year Milestone
Published on 23/05/2024
» Reignwood Cultural Foundation organised the significant event, "The 2nd China-ASEAN Cultural Exchange Event of 2024," on the occasion of International Museum Day, marking the one-year anniversary of the inauguration of the "East-West Cultural Exchange Center" in Reignwood Park. This event unveiled future plans and aims to elevate cooperation in the healthcare industry, trade economy, and culture between China and Thailand, transforming a new dimension of China-Thailand development cooperation for sustainable growth. The event was honoured by the presence of Mr. Jakkapong Sangmanee, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister's Office, and Mr. Krisda Tanterdtit, Secretary to the Minister of Commerce, as well as representatives from the Chinese Embassy in Thailand, the Chairman of the Chinese Cultural Relics Association, and the Vice Chairman of China News Service. The senior management of the Reignwood Group warmly welcomed the attendees.
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs through Strategic Training Partnership
Published on 23/05/2024
» As part of Baker McKenzie's 75th anniversary celebrations, Baker McKenzie Thailand has partnered with Khon Kaen University and UN Women, the United Nations organisation dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women, on a "training of trainers" program aimed at developing women's business planning skills.
FPO urges beefing up service sector
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/05/2024
» Thailand needs to increase revenue from the service sector to bolster economic growth, according to an economist.