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  • OPINION

    Thailand's 2043 security outlook

    Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 20/02/2024

    » Under an increasingly polarised world underlined by the strategic competition between global superpowers -- along with their friends and alliances, it is not surprising that Thailand views the global security landscape with trepidation. Such a trend is a litmus test for middle and smaller power nations to navigate their security policies and engagements. They do not have many choices; nevertheless, these small and medium-sized countries can either align themselves with the most prominent powers or lesser ones that can protect their national interests, or they can get together and use their combined strength to deter the hegemonic ambition of outside powers. Staying alone and pursuing one's pathway without supporting partners is not an option.

  • LIFE

    The day dams silenced Luang Prabang

    Life, Published on 19/02/2024

    » While almost 10 hydropower mega-dams have been removed across the United States to revitalise rivers and people's lives, the governments of Laos and Thailand have reached an agreement to construct more such dams on the mainstream of the Lower Mekong River. Eleven dams are planned, despite the devastating consequences of two already operational dams on the river's ecosystem and the livelihoods of millions of people who depend on it.

  • THAILAND

    Mekong Basin projects 'doing more harm than good'

    News, Published on 18/02/2024

    » Development projects in the Mekong Basin may threaten lives and livelihoods along the river, according to an expert on sustainable growth and fair use of natural resources.

  • THAILAND

    Temporary Laos checkpoint set to be permanent

    News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/02/2024

    » Ubon Ratchathani: Thailand and Laos are working together to upgrade a temporary border trade checkpoint to a permanent one to boost cross-border trade between the two countries.

  • OPINION

    Important to invest in cultural assets

    Oped, Published on 15/02/2024

    » Thailand's vast architectural and cultural heritage is more than just a source of enjoyment and public pride. It is probably the nation's most important resource besides its people. And heritage empowers the people. It supports social and economic welfare in lots of ways. It's worth taking care of.

  • THAILAND

    Court officially declares activist Surachai missing

    Published on 14/02/2024

    » A court in Nakhon Si Thammarat has officially declared activist Surachai Danwattananusorn, who went into exile in Laos and has not been heard from since 2018, as missing.

  • OPINION

    Ramp up role in the region

    News, Editorial, Published on 12/02/2024

    » The Srettha administration deserves praise for running a proactive foreign policy that aims to see the country play a leading role in the region. Yet there are critical issues that demand urgent government attention.

  • LIFE

    Discover romance in these places

    Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 10/02/2024

    » There are many ways to express your love for someone. Guru By Bangkok Post has compiled 50+ of them.

  • THAILAND

    Thai artists shine at Japan snow sculpture competition

    News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/02/2024

    » A team of Thai ice sculpture artists were runners-up at the Sapporo International Snow Sculpture in Japan on Wednesday with their artwork inspired by the Mekong River's mystical nagas.

  • LIFE

    Thai ice sculpture's Naga Fireballs wins second place in Sapporo contest

    Online Reporters, Published on 08/02/2024

    » A team of Thai ice sculpture artists earned the runner-up position in a contest held in Sapporo, showcasing their artwork inspired by the mystical Naga fireballs along the Mekong River.

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