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New Zealand draws nearer
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/10/2019
» New Zealand is making a major effort to forge closer ties with Asean and the rest Asia, pinning its hopes on a conclusion to the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), as world trade is being disrupted by US-China tensions, the country's trade minister says.
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Programming with passion
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 23/07/2018
» Rebecca Parsons loves the great outdoors, whether it's exploring the Dalmatian Coast in southern Croatia, the Galapagos Islands or the upper Amazon, to get an up-close look at a fascinating ecosystem.
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Tourism ministry seeks B8.7bn economic 'booster shot'
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/11/2022
» LONDON: The Tourism and Sports Ministry is planning to ask the cabinet this month for a budget of 8.7 billion baht to support the tourism industry, saying a "booster shot" is required for Thailand to attract 18-20 million tourists next year.
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The new Covid challenge
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/07/2022
» As many Thais return to the office, entertainment venues reopen and wearing face masks is no longer mandatory in outdoor public places, new daily coronavirus cases have begun to climb lately, notably among school students.
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Safe, healthy travel a priority
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2022
» The hearts of all Thais are blessed and looking forward to Wednesday when the five-day Songkran holiday begins. It will be the first time in three years for us to celebrate the traditional New Year known for joyous water splashing at the hottest time of the year.
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Facebook needs a serious fix
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/10/2021
» Over the years, we have seen an increasing number of people worldwide becoming hugely reliant on Facebook, using the platform of the social media giant to connect with loved ones or reconnect with lost ones.
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Time to rein in tutoring firms
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 02/08/2021
» I have always been puzzled about why so many Thai parents send their children to private tutors after school. Even my 9-year-old niece has to study on weekends when she could be enjoying time with her parents or playing with two lovely cats at home.
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Closing the gap
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/04/2021
» Events of the past 12 months have permanently changed both the nature of the workplace and women's opportunities within it. The Covid-19 pandemic has led to more flexible working practices, new leadership traits are coming to the fore, and the need for a diverse workforce and inclusive culture has never been more apparent.
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Time to build back greener
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 07/12/2020
» Watching the deluge in Nakhon Si Thammarat and other southern provinces of Thailand has been really distressing. Days of heavy rains have left roads inundated, hogs have been swept away on livestock farms and human casualties are rising after incessant rain triggered forest runoff from the Khao Luang mountain range, flowing into the Nakhon Si Thammarat municipal area for the first time in 30 years.
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Travel turmoil
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/05/2020
» Famous for its resilience in the face of several crises in the past, the travel and tourism industry is now facing the toughest test it has ever encountered in the Covid-19 outbreak.
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