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Ministry ramping up soft power drive
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 23/08/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is showcasing prototype Thai SELECT restaurants to promote soft power globally.
Digital token investment a hot topic
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/08/2024
» Nineteen companies, mostly real estate and software businesses, have informed the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) about their interest in mobilising funding through investment tokens under the Digital Asset Act.
Thai politics has turned upside down
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 23/08/2024
» The rise of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and the return -- and re-entry, of her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, have turned Thai politics upside down. On the surface, Mr Thaksin still dominates Thai politics nearly 20 years after he was deposed by a military coup and exiled for most of that period. This time, his political power and influence are being exercised through his daughter Ms Paetongtarn. As the Shinawatra clan has been coopted by its former establishment adversaries, the past two decades of periodic elections, street protests, two military coups, two constitutions, and multiple judicial bans on political parties and elected politicians have entered a new chapter.
Iconsiam to host Thai Art Toy Fest
Life, Published on 22/08/2024
» This Saturday and Sunday, the Thai Art Toy Fest will convert Icon Art & Culture Space at Iconsiam into a creative playground, where 80 brilliant artists and studios will showcase their talent in telling Thai myths and beliefs through a collection of striking artworks.
The rise and fall of Srettha Thavisin
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 20/08/2024
» While leaders come and go, they leave behind a legacy that can be mixed, varying from glory to ignominy. Only a few leave nothing much to remember. As for Thailand's 30th prime minister, Srettha Thavisin, it was cursory at best. Overall, it's a good case study on how pomposity and self-adulation affect leadership.
Thai conservatives flex political muscle
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 18/08/2024
» The decision to nominate Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the new prime minister signals that Thaksin Shinawatra, the party's de facto leader, will go all out to rebuild a support base to fend off the People's Party (PP), according to a political analyst.
Srettha dismissed as PM after court ruling
Online Reporters, Published on 14/08/2024
» The Constitutional Court has found Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin guilty of a gross violation of ethics for appointing ex-convict Pichit Chuenban as a cabinet minister. The ruling resulted in Mr Srettha being dismissed after less than a year in office.
Chulalongkorn University and Buakaw Launch Muaythai Documentary
Published on 14/08/2024
» The Institute of Asian Studies at Chulalongkorn University, through The Multicultural Studies and Social Innovation Center (MSSIC), has launched the documentary "MUAYTHAI: POWER & SPIRIT" to showcase Muaythai's cultural and historical significance on the global stage. The July 26, 2024 premiere was held at House Samyan Cinema, reflecting the university's commitment to elevating Thai culture through academic excellence and practical application.
Delegation to boost trade, investment with Kazakhstan
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/08/2024
» Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai is leading a high-level ministry delegation to Kazakhstan during Aug 13-18 to promote bilateral cooperation in trade and investment.
PM praises Phuket's ‘Muay Thai Village’ for promoting long stays
Online Reporters, Published on 11/08/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has praised the numerous Muay Thai boxing camps in Phuket for showcasing Thailand's internationally-recognised soft power, attracting long stays by visitors and distributing income.