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Minister's 'stress' theory misses the point
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/02/2026
» Malaysia's Minister for Religious Affairs, Datuk Zulkifli Hasan, has grabbed global media headlines with his remarks on the LGBTQ+ community. The minister was quoted as saying the sexual orientation of LGBTQ+ individuals is caused by a lifestyle of excessive work-related stress, social pressure, sexual experiences and insufficient religious observance.
Manual for Muslims with LGBTQ+ kids
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/08/2025
» A new parenting guidebook titled "Faith, Family, and Pride: A Parent’s Guideline", has been launched to help Muslim parents in the southern border provinces raise LGBTQ+ children with compassion while still adhering to their Islamic teachings.
Peace in unity
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/05/2025
» As one of the most significant Buddhist religious days, the Vesak ceremony at the majestic Borobudur Temple has become a celebration for all faiths -- honouring Indonesia's diversity and inclusivity by embracing the teachings of the Buddha.
Thai monk hails 'unity in diversity' during pilgrimage to Indonesia
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 11/05/2025
» YOGYAKARTA: Thirty-six Thai monks arrived at Borobudur Temple on Saturday, marking the culmination of a spiritual pilgrimage spanning over 2,500 kilometres on foot from Thailand to Indonesia in celebration of Vesak Day.
Informal talks set for 'next month'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/11/2024
» The government is expecting to hold the next extended informal consultation on the Myanmar crisis sometime next month, though the final date has yet to be confirmed, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) yesterday.
Saudi experts to help with Arabic language skills
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/05/2024
» A Saudi Arabian company has signed an agreement with a group of private schools in southern Thailand to elevate the Arabic language skills of Thai students.
Brunei inks pacts to boost trade, tourism
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/04/2024
» Brunei and Thailand on Monday signed two memorandums of understanding on trade and tourism cooperation.
First Muslim takes local gay crown
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 15/05/2023
» A Muslim man from the South crowned as this year's Mr Gay World Thailand will compete on the world stage and represent the Thai LGBTQ+ community at Mr Gay World 2023 in October.
Malaysia to begin Halal push on Shopee
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 14/01/2023
» The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation has joined hands with Malaysia-based HYT Cross Border to launch the "Malaysia Halal Pavilion", an e-commerce service on Shopee Thailand, to promote halal products among Thai consumers.
Off to the Halal market
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/01/2023
» The government should promote Halal-certified products to help Thai food entrepreneurs expand their businesses into a broader market, according to the Central Islamic Council of Thailand (CICOT).