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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.
Pheu Thai bets again on loyal red-shirt base
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 06/02/2026
» The Pheu Thai Party's call for supporters to wear red shirts today appears to be a last-ditch effort to re-energise its traditional "red-shirt" base.
Signs of hope amid HIV ‘second wave’
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 03/08/2024
» The recent spike in HIV infections among groups of young people in the Asia Pacific region is a serious concern, and countries need to invest more in prevention and intervention, says Eamonn Murphy, the UNAIDS regional director for Asia Pacific and Eastern Europe Central Asia.
Govt promotes princess' fabric patterns
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 16/03/2024
» The government is promoting royal fabric patterns designed by Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya under a project aimed at preserving traditional handicrafts, improving local people's living conditions and boosting sustainability in villages.
Seeking a fresh start
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 28/03/2022
» Two months have passed since Saudi Arabia and Thailand agreed to fully restore diplomatic ties, a move that followed Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's visit to Riyadh on Jan 25.
Please help these needy kids
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 12/01/2021
» The chairwoman of the Association of Children and Youth for the Peace in the Southernmost Provinces of Thailand, Wannakanok Pohitaedaoh, is asking local and international aid sources to help children who have lost family members in the deep South insurgency, which has raged for the past 17 years.
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.