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Strait attack unacceptable
Oped, Editorial, Published on 13/03/2026
» The adverse impact of the war between Iran, the United States and Israel has spilt over to other nations beyond the Middle East, as Tehran ramps up its attacks on cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Serious on cybercrime
Oped, Editorial, Published on 18/10/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has made the correct, but long overdue, move in forming the National Committee for the Prevention and Suppression of Technology-Related Crimes.
Time to return artefacts
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/07/2025
» The Culture Ministry does not need to review a pledge to return 20 ancient artefacts under its custody to Cambodia. Instead, the repatriation, as a long-overdue promise, should be completed without further delay.
Papering over cracks
Oped, Editorial, Published on 03/07/2025
» At a time when the country needs a strong, competent government to handle numerous challenges, the new cabinet is just the opposite.
Be firm on subs deal
Oped, Editorial, Published on 20/05/2025
» After years of tap-dancing around the submarine procurement controversy, the government has finally admitted that it may have to take the submarines it ordered from China despite disagreements over engine options, or risk losing the money it handed over as a down payment for the deal.
A lesson in geopolitics
News, Editorial, Published on 29/01/2024
» The hiccup in the planned salvage operations for the US-built HTMS Sukhothai of the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) serves as a stark lesson for Thailand. It underscores the need for greater prudence in navigating security issues, especially amid escalating geopolitical conflicts and power struggles among superpowers.
No excuses in 2024
News, Editorial, Published on 01/01/2024
» Each New Year comes with new hopes for a better future. As 2024 unfolds, Thais have numerous expectations from the Srettha Thavisin administration.
Longer hours welcome
News, Editorial, Published on 16/10/2023
» The government's plan to extend the opening hours of nightspots nationwide is welcome. If implemented, the move will be a tonic that revitalises the country's tourism sector. Downstream operators in tourism, such as taxi drivers, transporters and food vendors, will also benefit from the extension, creating benefits for the wider economy.
PM must fix many pressing issues
Editorial, Published on 27/08/2023
» After months of jostling and wrangling, Srettha Thavisin of the Pheu Thai Party assumed the title of 30th Prime Minister of Thailand last week. After nine years under Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, Mr Srettha, a successful businessman representing a civilian elected government, heralds a new era of hope and belief that he can be the man to steer the ship straight and fix the structural issues that have long plagued the country.
Don't ignore safety rules
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/08/2023
» A recent tragedy in which two tourists died in a boating accident off the coast of Phetchaburi last week speaks to the urgent need to improve safety standards across the transport network.