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Make use of MRC talks
Oped, Editorial, Published on 14/11/2025
» Thailand is set to host a meeting of the Mekong River Commission (MRC) in Chiang Rai from Nov 25-27. The choice of location couldn't be more appropriate -- for over a decade, local civic groups have been using the northern province as a base for their campaigns against major infrastructure projects, which they believe could harm the region's rivers.
Earth needs real action
Oped, Editorial, Published on 22/04/2025
» Today, countries across the globe mark Earth Day, an annual event aimed at demonstrating their commitment to protecting the environment. While Thailand is still plagued by a plethora of pollution-related problems, there are still reasons for Thais to remain optimistic.
Bad habits on full display
News, Editorial, Published on 25/03/2024
» The primary duties of MPs are vetting laws and scrutinising fiscal budget legislation. However, a recent incident involving a member of the Pheu Thai Party sparked criticism and raised concerns over the ethical conduct of elected representatives.
Keep beaches public
Oped, Editorial, Published on 05/03/2024
» The public's reaction to a foreigner accused of kicking a female doctor who sat stargazing in front of his swanky Phuket villa is a reflection of the deep frustration over the unchecked tourism and land development on the tourist island.
Journo arrests hike tensions
Oped, Editorial, Published on 14/02/2024
» As fears grow that the furore over royal motorcades and the fierce reaction from royalist groups might become the catalyst for further polarisation in Thai society, our policemen's storm-in-a-tea cup arrest of two journalists over their coverage of the campaign for reform of the monarchy has only heightened tensions.
Rice industry wake-up call
Oped, Editorial, Published on 13/12/2023
» Thailand's Hom Mali fragrant rice variety was voted the world's best rice in seven out of 14 annual competitions held by the International World Rice (IWR) conference, including in 2020 and 2021. However, last year, the top award went to Cambodia's Phka Romdoul at the IWR conference that was held in Phuket.
Safety fear hurts image
Oped, Editorial, Published on 27/11/2023
» Foreign tourists were once the mainstay of Thailand's economy, contributing up to 1.76 trillion baht to the economy before the Covid-19 pandemic struck, or about 12% of the nation's gross domestic product.
It's time to pass the baton
Oped, Editorial, Published on 16/08/2023
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha seems to be in a good mood recently, exuding the air of a detached ruler who has finally realized it is time for him to leave.
Politics, sports don't mix
Oped, Editorial, Published on 05/07/2023
» The Football Association of Thailand (FAT), which oversees football, futsal and beach football, has made national headlines over the past few days, but not in a good way.
Yok case shows need for a rethink
News, Editorial, Published on 25/06/2023
» A recent controversy involving a prestigious high school refusing to enrol 15-year-old political activist Thanalop "Yok" Phalanchai reflects a lack of protection for rule-defying students.