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Unesco could boost fading southern craft
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/04/2026
» In the quiet tambon Phum Riang in Surat Thani, the rhythmic clack of the hand-loom has been the soundtrack of Wanma Nuimeem's life for nearly seven decades. At 79, she is one of the few remaining guardians of the "Ratchawat Khom", an intricate silk pattern that once caught the eye of royalty but now faces the threat of extinction.
The Nongng files
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/10/2025
» While parodies and jokes serve as tools for entertainment, the online community "Nongng" uses memes and dark comedy to convey social phenomenon and concerns. And now, their unique humour has become an art form that allows audiences to explore and adapt jokes to their life.
National Gallery exhibition celebrates 75 years of Indonesian-Thai relations
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 09/06/2025
» The annual Thailand-Indonesia collaborative painting exhibition is running at the National Gallery until June 28 to foster artistic ties while celebrating the 75th anniversary of bilateral relations between the countries.
Ukraine books in the spotlight
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 05/06/2025
» The Ukrainian Embassy and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) have launched the first "Ukrainian Bookshelf" at Bangkok City Library on Ratchadamnoen Klang Road, aiming to strengthen cultural and literary ties.
30 years of global learning
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 23/11/2024
» In an era when the world is all about cultural diversity and endless possibilities, growing up means not only a path toward academic achievement but also embracing a broader perspective of being a global citizen.
Thailand Biennale, art shows promoted as soft power
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 21/02/2024
» CHIANG RAI - The Ministry of Culture will promote art shows and similar events as a form of soft power to spur tourism and generate more income for people working in related industries.
Thai-Korean ties: Building on solid foundations
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/02/2024
» Despite the recent outrage surrounding the mistreatment of Thai travellers by South Korean immigration officials, the country remains committed to strengthening bilateral ties so both countries can move forward together, assured the new South Korean ambassador to Thailand, Park Yong Min.
'Torito' exhibition shows local culture
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/06/2023
» Peru has launched an art exhibition in Bangkok featuring sacred bull sculptures to promote diplomacy and tourism.
River art for US-Thai friendship
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/03/2023
» The United States is celebrating the 190th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Thailand this year by holding a "Rivers of Life" art exhibition at Iconsiam until March 26. The event is being co-hosted by the US embassy, Iconsiam and Chiang Khong Community in Chiang Rai.
The real value of city's architectural heritage
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/02/2023
» By refurbishing vacant old buildings scattered around the city and transforming them into public amenities, Bangkok now has a way to put abandoned properties to good use, while at the same time saving its historic character from being left to fall into a state of ruin.