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Youth inclusion a must in governing
News, Editorial, Published on 08/11/2020
» As Myanmar gears up to hold its second election since its transition to democracy began in 2011, the ruling National League for Democracy (NLD) -- with its leader, Aung San Suu Kyi -- looks set to retain its majority in the quasi-civilian regime. However, its projected victory hides the growing divide between its younger and older members, which, if left unaddressed, poses a risk to its ability to effectively run the government.
Asean must walk the walk
Oped, Editorial, Published on 26/06/2020
» Today, leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) are set to "meet" at a virtual summit, a format the grouping adopted in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic which has led to enormous challenges but also an opportunity.
Plug digital VAT bill holes
News, Editorial, Published on 15/06/2020
» The cabinet last week approved a first-of-its-kind bill requiring foreign digital platforms to pay a value-added tax (VAT) from payments they received from users in Thailand.
Why futile wars on drugs persist
News, Editorial, Published on 31/05/2020
» This month, two international rights advocate groups highlighted "drug war" killings as a result of the brutal campaign initiated in 2016 by Rodrigo Duterte, the maverick president of the Philippines.
Leaders must stand together
News, Editorial, Published on 14/04/2020
» Heads of government of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), this year chaired by Vietnam, are to hold a summit today, with Covid-19 preparedness and response the paramount issue.
Visa move will stem outbreak
News, Editorial, Published on 01/02/2020
» The proposal by Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to suspend visas-on-arrival for Chinese travellers should be greeted as a measured, rational and necessary step to contain the spread of Wuhan coronavirus. However, the need for practical preventive measures should not be seen as a free pass to unleash xenophobia against Chinese people.
Get virus act together
News, Editorial, Published on 29/01/2020
» Unlike medical professionals who have proven their competence in responding to the coronavirus outbreak, political leaders do not appear to be getting a grip on the situation or getting their act together.
'Fake news' overreaction
News, Editorial, Published on 18/12/2019
» The government's response to what it describes as "fake news" this week is not just a disproportionate overreaction, but also worrying given that one of its targets is a satirical illustration of the premier's motto posted by Future Forward Party politician Pannika Wanich.
Make Thai rice great again
News, Editorial, Published on 25/11/2019
» The failure of Thailand's signature jasmine rice, Thai Hom Mali, to win back the World's Best Rice award two years in a row, is a wake-up call for the government to start taking Thailand's rice development seriously.
Govt mustn't play with pension pot
News, Editorial, Published on 17/11/2019
» Although Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha meant well when he suggested extending Social Security Fund loans to subscribers, it was an idea that immediately triggered concerns that it might hurt the fund and put pension payments at risk.