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Imagine the world as one
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 20/05/2019
» The peripatetic nature of a journalist's life allows me to see the world in a way that I would never have imagined earlier. Each journey is different, even if it's in the same city, as there are always new things to learn, see and appreciate.
Clearing the air
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 13/05/2019
» Earlier this year, cities in Thailand were smothered by prolonged, suffocating toxic smog. Schools were closed, tourism sank, and N95 masks flew off store shelves as people started to feel the effects -- sore throats, irritated eyes and trouble breathing -- caused by ultra-fine dust particles known as PM2.5.
Powering Asia
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 22/04/2019
» Energy is essential for advancing economic activity and quality of life, but obtaining most of our energy from fossil fuels is no longer sustainable. Pollution is spreading like a plague, warming the planet, choking the public and eroding our health.
Healthy outcomes
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 08/04/2019
» When your goal is to make a meaningful impact in the world, you usually think less about yourself and your status, but focus more on the elements that will truly make a difference.
Powered by nature
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 11/03/2019
» In 1984, a small biotechnology company began life in Sapporo, Japan to develop innovative materials for the agriculture sector. Founder Ken-ichi Kosuna named it Amino Up, after the ingredients of the first product the new venture was developing at the time.
Mild-mannered mogul behind the magazine
Business, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 29/09/2018
» An air of kindliness and peace fills the hall as Steve Forbes walks over. His amiable personality makes people around him feel at ease. In contrast with the image of a 71-year-old ardent capitalist, Mr Forbes reminds me of a grandparent who would mollycoddle the grandchildren or give them an extra piece of cake.
One-click travel
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 24/09/2018
» Imagine relaxing at a spa prior to a flight to your favourite holiday destination. You board the plane, settle into the seat of your choice and freshen up with a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, just the way you like it. Soon after, the chef's signature dishes that you pre-selected arrive, paired with the perfect glass of wine.
Where is everyone?
Life, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 02/07/2018
» Myanmar's gaudily peculiar capital Nay Pyi Taw, literally translated as "Abode of Kings", is one of the world's most bizarre cities -- a place for Myanmar bureaucrats and perhaps curious travellers. It is grandiose in scale, about 7,000km², or four times the size of Bangkok, but its official population is only one million. And it seems much less in reality.
Seeding green growth
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 18/06/2018
» Sustainability and planning for climate change have become mainstream components of economic planning globally as the world has witnessed the adverse impacts of irresponsible growth pathways.
Recipe for success
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 04/06/2018
» Douglas Martell learned early in life that life can take unexpected twists and the path taken isn't always strewn with flower petals. But the president and CEO of the Thailand-based hotel management company Onyx Hospitality Group has never let setbacks keep him from having big dreams.