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Decriminalising sex work needs clarity
Oped, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/02/2026
» The world's oldest profession has always been a taboo subject in Thai society, even in our politics so it was encouraging to see at least five political parties -- the Pheu Thai Party, the People's Party, the Movement Party, the Thai Sang Thai Party, and the Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Cannabis at crossroads
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 09/09/2025
» Cannabis advocates in Thailand are calling on the new government to deliver legislation that protects users, businesses, non-users and minors, following concerns that recent regulatory changes have created monopolistic industry conditions.
Farmers move to stop burning
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 08/02/2025
» Farmers in the Northeast have shown a willingness to stop crop burning and switch to a decomposition method instead, saying they are ready to be part of the transition towards sustainable agriculture with the support of related sectors.
Hybrids still greener, Japan seminar told
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/07/2024
» TOKYO: Japan believes hybrid vehicles can provide another route for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) to achieve its sustainable development goals.
Regenerative food system lauded at city forum
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/11/2023
» A regenerative food system is the best way to create a sustainable food supply, a forum was told this week.
S Korea steps up culture promotion at book show
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 11/09/2023
» The South Korean government's bid to promote the country and its culture as a destination for Thai travellers continues this week with a book exhibition at the Korean Cultural Centre in Bangkok.
Thailand urged to join India's boom
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 21/04/2023
» It is time Thailand and India expand their economic cooperation and bilateral relations, especially as the South Asian giant is at the forefront of the global economy, said Nagesh Singh, India's ambassador to Thailand.
10m foreign tourist target nears
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 08/12/2022
» The economy remains firmly on a path towards economic recovery despite growing uncertainties from inflation, geopolitical risks and a potential global recession next year, the finance minister said on Wednesday.
Border projects to boost ties
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/08/2022
» Thailand and Malaysia are planning to accelerate trade between the two countries with a target of US$30 billion (about 1 trillion baht), an increase of 30% from $23 billion last year, by boosting infrastructure development.
Science minister talks up Thai researchers at expo
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/08/2022
» Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (HESI) Minister Anek Laothamatas has emphasised the importance of integrating science and research through the Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economy Model.