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Don't botch durian trade
News, Editorial, Published on 03/12/2022
» Unripe or substandard durian has always been a thorn in the side of Thailand's durian exports, particularly at the start of each harvest season when the so-called "king of fruits" fetches the highest prices due to limited supply and high demand.
Review Covid drug policy
News, Editorial, Published on 21/11/2022
» Covid-19 cases have been surging over the past few weeks including a rise in the number of new cases which is likely to last until early next year.
Time to step into sub deal
Oped, Editorial, Published on 18/11/2022
» The government should have stepped in when a party contracted by the state failed to meet its obligations.
Land rules need rejig
Oped, Editorial, Published on 15/11/2022
» Foreign land ownership isn't a novel issue in Thailand. During the Ayutthaya period between 1351-1767 AD, a handful of foreigners who were deemed to have made valuable contributions to the kingdom were awarded large plots of land -- among whom were Constantine Phaulkon, a Greek adventurer who became a counsellor to King Narai and received the noble title of Chao Phraya, and the Japanese samurai Yamada Nagamasa, who also received the title of Phraya.
A summit for who?
News, Editorial, Published on 14/11/2022
» This week, the leaders of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) nations will meet in Bangkok. This year's summit is crucial, as it takes place amid increasing geopolitical temperatures as well as the growing risk of a global recession.
Rivers need urgent care
Oped, Editorial, Published on 08/11/2022
» Today, Thailand celebrates Loy Krathong, a festival held to honour the mythical goddess Phra Mae Kongkha -- the personification of the kingdom's rivers.
Land a very sensitive issue
Oped, Editorial, Published on 05/11/2022
» The government has had its fair share of complaints recently over its foreign land ownership policy with accusations that they are "selling off" the country to foreigners.
Pollution won't fix itself
Oped, Editorial, Published on 29/10/2022
» Fine dust has been a long-standing nightmare for Bangkok residents at this time of the year.
Be careful, Prawit
News, Editorial, Published on 17/10/2022
» Deputy Prime Minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwon is expected to be among the prime ministerial candidates nominated by the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) in next year's general election, expected in May.
Another tragedy in the making?
News, Editorial, Published on 09/10/2022
» On Thursday afternoon in a small province in northeast Thailand, an ex-policeman killed 24 pre-schoolers and 13 adults.