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Paethongtan's big test with new Pheu Thai role
Oped, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 22/03/2022
» Will Thaksin Shinawatra's youngest daughter Paethongtan make history as the third Shinawatra to become prime minister of Thailand? The question must be on the public's mind as Ms Paethongtan took centre stage at a Pheu Thai party meeting in Udon Thani last Sunday.
Tangmo probe circus deepens public distrust
Oped, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 15/03/2022
» In the circus that is the investigation into the cause of death of actress Nida "Tangmo" Patcharaveerapong, one thing that people can detect is the crumbling of virtually every profession and social construct relevant to the case.
Govt has only itself to blame for jab fiasco
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 18/05/2021
» 'Now is not the time to play politics.'' Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha often warns people criticising his government. Ironically, it's the PM and his team who should pay heed to this advice.
Virus blunders see govt bobbing and weaving
Oped, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 31/03/2020
» A big round of applause from people around the country can lift the spirits of doctors and nurses fighting against the coronavirus outbreak. But what use is this gesture when they don't have the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Collaboration key to ending plastic waste
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 30/09/2019
» Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa’s asking 43 giant retailers, major plastic manufacturers and leading department stores to stop handing out single-use plastic bags starting January next year is a game changer in Thailand’s ongoing campaign to end plastic waste.
Banpu execs reveal keys to governance
Business, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 19/07/2019
» Trust, respect and the courage for reinvention are the key traits used by energy company Banpu Plc to cope with technological disruptions and the fast-changing world, according to board chairman Chanin Vongkusolkit.
Kirk-krai on the makings of a good board
Business, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 17/07/2019
» Former commerce minister Kirk-krai Jirapaet says that although he has served as honorary chairman of the Thai Institute of Directors for years, this is his first time chairing the Board of the Year judging panel.
Thai black hole grows by the day
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 16/04/2019
» The first photograph of a black hole was published last week. It looks a lot like Thailand after the March 24 election.
Dictator's new clothes a very ill fit
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 11/12/2018
» The prime minister is wearing no clothes, and somebody must tell him.
'Time' for PM to answer the big question
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 26/06/2018
» Give the military regime some credit. At least it has the sense not to ban the Asia edition of <i>Time</i> magazine with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on the cover.