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Flood management software
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/11/2010
» Computer software can be used to predict floods and limit damage. A new website in Thailand shares the open source secrets of its construction.
Dealing with capital inflows into Thailand when the baht appreciates
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/09/2010
» The US dollar is losing value (weakening, depreciating) while Asian currencies have been gaining value (strengthening, appreciating). This makes Asian exports more expensive which could have a negative effect on the Thai economy.
Promoting Thai cuisine and culture in the US
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/12/2010
» Policies to preserve a country's ancient culture, language and culinary traditions and promote them to the outside world are an essential part of economic and political development.
Restructuring the State Railway of Thailand
Jon Fernquest, Published on 22/12/2010
» Thailand's railways are a quaint trip back into the past but changing them for modern commerce will take a thorough restructuring.
The many dimensions of corruption
Jon Fernquest, Published on 10/11/2010
» A conference held this week in Bangkok explores the many dimensions of corruption and possible ways to reduce it.
Thai duck curry wins international prize for style
Jon Fernquest, Published on 12/10/2010
» Student chefs from Thailand won a special prize for style at a recent culinary competition held in South Korea.
Dog meat: Humane end for stray dogs?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 05/09/2011
» Stray dogs are dangerous for anyone walking on the street (rabies). Better to reduce the stray population by legalizing the dog meat trade?
Floods: World Bank on damage & recovery
Jon Fernquest, Published on 28/11/2011
» 660 billion baht in property loss & 700 billion in lost opportunities. Flood impact "not all negative as it would spur spending."
Who will be "pulling her strings" ?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/05/2011
» "Where could someone with no political experience, sister of a convicted criminal, stand a chance of being elected to the highest office in the land?"
Inflation policy changing?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 07/07/2011
» Long-term central bank inflation policy ensures that people's purchasing power is not eroded and exports remain competitive.