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Bangladesh's youth uprising has Arab Spring echoes
News, Niaz Asadullah, Published on 27/07/2024
» In recent weeks, the Bangladeshi government has cracked down violently on students demanding equitable access to coveted government jobs amid an unemployment crisis. To contain the protests, authorities have shut down all educational institutions, imposed a strict curfew, and cut off internet access. Thousands of police officers and paramilitaries have been patrolling the streets, and more than 170 people have died.
Siam Paragon Hosts Cultural Event for King’s Birthday
Published on 26/07/2024
» To commemorate His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of Thailand’s 72nd birthday anniversary on 28 July 2024, Siam Paragon, in collaboration with 12 embassies to Thailand, is hosting “The Nation Unites in Commemorating His Majesty the King” event from 26-29 July 2024 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon. The event features cultural performances from Thailand and 12 countries under the concept “Long-Standing Relations.” Additionally, a majestic floral exhibit by internationally-renowned florist Sakul Inthakul is on display at The Jewel, M Floor, throughout July 2024, supported by Siam Commercial Bank PCL and Boon Rawd Brewery Co., Ltd.
KMITL Partners with Taiwanese Universities on Semiconductor Curriculum
Published on 26/07/2024
» On July 19-20, 2024, Associate Professor Dr. Komson Maleesee, President of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), along with Associate Professor Dr. Somyot Kiatiwanitchvilai, Dean of the School of Engineering, met with executives and researchers from Chang Gung University (CGU) and Ming Chi University of Technology. The purpose was to conduct research at CGU and establish academic cooperation with Taiwanese universities, aiming to position KMITL as a centre for reskilling and upskilling in Smart Electronics.
Thai students win medals at World Invention Creativity Olympics
News, Online Reporters, Published on 26/07/2024
» A group of four Thai students won two gold medals, one silver medal and a special award at the "13th World Invention Creativity Olympics 2024" (WICO 2024) held in South Korea.
Compassion key to understanding HIV
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 26/07/2024
» Emanuel Karlstrom, 39, a strategist at Hiv-Sverige/HIV-Sweden, a national organisation that works for people living with HIV, says he found out that he contracted HIV in Thailand in 2012.
Thailand’s new visas: Deeper Dive
Dave Kendall, Published on 26/07/2024
» Thanks to the new visa regulations issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it’s never been easier to visit Thailand and stay in the country long-term.
Remembering a Southeast Asianist
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 26/07/2024
» It is not often these days to find scholars of Southeast Asia with exceptional breadth and depth, prescience, and commitment who stick to their creed until the end. In the pantheon of such rare scholars, Benedict O'Gorman Anderson, who died in 2015, would have led the way. James C Scott would be right beside him in a distinctly different fashion.
Cost of taxation
Oped, Postbag, Published on 26/07/2024
» Re: "Guard against foreign crime", (BP, July 23). The appearance of a billboard advertising citizenship for investment programmes should not be met with shock by the Thai government.
Paris Olympics can help unify a fractured city
News, Lionel Laurent, Published on 26/07/2024
» Paris faces the test this week of launching the Olympic Games safely and affordably at a time of war, political polarisation and social unrest. It's not a done deal. Heavy-handed security barriers and Covid-style QR codes are already infuriating residents and tourists trying to navigate a River Seine that's been cleaned at great expense.
Transport Minister Leads Blood Donation Drive Honouring King
Published on 25/07/2024
» Mr Suriya Jungrungreangkit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, announced that in celebration of His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday on 28 July 2024, officials and staff from the Ministry of Transport's 22 agencies have initiated the "Transport Ministry's 100 Hearts to Honour the King" project. This involves offering royal blessings, pledging to be exemplary civil servants, and uniting in a blood donation goal of 2 million CCs for His Majesty. Moreover, 172 scholarships will be awarded to students in schools around Bangkok Port to enhance educational opportunities and morale, fundamental to societal and national development.