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When voters look beyond credentials
Oped, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 20/02/2026
» Many observers of Thai politics may be wondering why the following individual of such distinguished standing failed to secure a seat in parliament in the Feb 8 election. He holds the title of professor and earned a doctoral degree in engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one of the world's most renowned universities. He previously contested the 2022 Bangkok gubernatorial election, securing more than 250,000 votes. He has also achieved notable academic success and served as president of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology, Ladkrabang. With credentials such as these, his electoral defeat has come as a surprise to many.
PCD on oil wreck watch
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 15/02/2026
» The government has instructed the Pollution Control Department (PCD) to intensify monitoring after the cargo vessel SEALLOYD ARC sank off the coast of Phuket.
Ukrainian lawmakers seek Thai role in rebuild efforts
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 04/10/2025
» Ukraine has called on Thailand to appoint a special trade envoy to Kyiv to help coordinate reconstruction efforts in the war-torn country.
Govt extends special centre's mandate
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 01/09/2025
» Caretaker Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Sunday signed an order to continue the work of a special centre overseeing the security situation along the Thai-Cambodian border.
Kingdom gears up to host Bimstec summit this week
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 31/03/2025
» Thailand is ready to host the 6th Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (Bimstec) summit between April 3 and 4, says the government.
Thai-Indian exchanges ready to restart after enforced break
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 26/01/2022
» With connectivity set to be a key global theme in coming years, the Bangkok Post talked to Indian Ambassador to Thailand Suchitra Durai on the importance of managing multilateral ties ahead of India's Republic Day today.
Kobe leads way in fight against natural disasters
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 03/03/2019
» Located in the "Ring of Fire" -- a string of volcanoes and sites of seismic activity -- Japan has been hit by a number of earthquakes.