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Brazil leads on school meals, curbs processed foods
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 07/04/2026
» Rio de Janeiro: Brazil's national school meal programme is being hailed as a global model for ensuring children's right to healthy food, even as the country battles industry resistance to broader regulations on ultra-processed products.
Local action 'key' to improving health
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 07/04/2026
» Rio de Janeiro: The World Health Organization (WHO) has underscored the critical role cities play in advancing global health, noting that more than half of the world's population now lives in urban areas -- a figure projected to rise to nearly 70% by 2050.
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.
Lung diseases kill yet remain overlooked
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 18/11/2025
» A senior representative from the World Health Organization (WHO) has urged all stakeholders -- governments, clinicians, journalists and advocates -- to confront chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs), particularly Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), in the lead-up to World COPD Day on Wednesday.
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.
Chef Cares founder gets key Asean award
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 12/09/2025
» Seoul: Marisa Chearavanont, founder of the Chef Cares Foundation and special adviser to Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group), has been awarded the prestigious Asean Entrepreneurs Award at the 26th World Knowledge Forum (WKF) in the South Korean capital.
Mekong Institute and AMEICC Secretariat to boost regional cooperation
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 28/08/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — The Mekong Institute (MI) and the AEM-METI Economic and Industrial Cooperation Committee (AMEICC) Secretariat on Thursday announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a cooperative framework aimed at promoting technical cooperation, capacity building and sustainable development initiatives in the Mekong Subregion and beyond.
Premier chats with Macron
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 01/07/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra held a high-level phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday, reaffirming both nations' commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
S&P credit rating cheers Thai government
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 04/06/2025
» The government on Tuesday welcomed the latest assessment by global credit rating agency S&P Global Ratings, stating that the rating reflected confidence in the country's economic management.
Trade groups call for peace along border after skirmish
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 03/06/2025
» Phnom Penh: The Thai Business Council in Cambodia (TBCC) has expressed concerns about border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia and has sought immediate intervention from both governments to ensure stable trade relations.