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Challenges in store as Thailand assumes Asean chair
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 01/01/2019
» As Thailand takes the 2019 Asean chairmanship on Tuesday, threats and challenges lie on the horizon. Experts are warning that Thailand and Asean must brace for spillover from the trade war between the United States and China and push harder for the promotion of free trade.
Not all aid was created equal
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 17/12/2018
» An academic has warned Southeast Asian countries to be cautious in responding to the wealth of opportunities created by the changing relationship dynamics between China and Japan.
Asean 'must bolster maritime strength'
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 04/12/2018
» As the chair of Asean next year, Thailand needs to push for a strong initiative on the Code of Conduct (COC) to show the regional bloc's strength in the maritime domain, a Japanese security expert said on Monday.
Taking waste recycling to another level
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 29/11/2018
» Walking on any street in Japan, one can see the noticeable absence of rubbish on its well-kept streets. Unsurprising, perhaps, as the Japanese society understands the importance of recycling -- its citizens are very strict in separating recyclables from general waste -- and it is gradually transforming into a recycling-oriented society.
China-Japan thaw 'good for Thailand'
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 02/11/2018
» The shifting landscape of trade relations between the big powers such as the United States, China and Japan, will benefit Thailand and other developing countries in the Indo-Pacific region, a seminar was told.
Feted economist Pasuk offers tips to curb inequality
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 24/10/2018
» In her longstanding career, celebrated Thai economist Pasuk Phongpaichit has been advocating on behalf of social justice and the fair distribution of land.
Calls mount to cut red tape for migrants
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 28/08/2018
» Obscure procedures and overlapping government authorities and agencies are still the main obstacles to granting Thai nationality to children of migrants in Thailand, participants at a seminar on the topic on Monday suggested.
Captain Tait strikes blow for women in uniform
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 31/07/2018
» The Tham Luang cave rescue mission not only brought attention to 12 boys and their football coach, but also shone a spotlight on Captain Jessica Tait, a US Air Force officer who became a public sweetheart when she appeared as the spokesperson for the 353rd Special Operations Group sent to participate in the rescue operation in Chiang Rai.
Nordic social welfare 'doesn't suit Thailand'
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 12/12/2017
» Instead of aiming to become a welfare state like Nordic countries, Thailand should focus on strengthening social welfare schemes, making them more inclusive and benefiting vulnerable groups, said Pichit Likitkijsomboon, a former economist at Thammasat University.