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The art of refining materials
Life, Published on 29/01/2020
» The French embassy Thailand, together with the Institute Francis Paris, Institut Français in Hanoi and Bandung presents the "D17/20, Design In Southeast Asia" exhibition at Bangkok Design Week 2020.
What 2020 has already brought
Life, John Clewley, Published on 07/01/2020
» Likay in Klong Toey seemed like a good way to kick off the New Year. I spotted a very small stage while I was down at the market earlier last week. It was in the old part of the market, which is about to be upgraded. I asked around and was told that the likay troupe Mere Da Tam was performing last Saturday, in the early evening.
Landmine clearance to finish 'by 2023': Pornpipat
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 26/12/2019
» Thailand has affirmed its commitment to become a landmine-free country by 2023, two years ahead of the 2025 deadline agreed in 2014 under the 1997 Ottawa Treaty.
Bangkok's creative city tag to spur the economy
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/12/2019
» What pictures come to mind when you think about the design of buildings and landscape in Bangkok? Are they images of pavements dotted with potholes and rows of amputated trees with spaghetti-knot power lines or does Bangkok's landscape display a hodgepodge of traditional and contemporary design with historical temples nestled among high-rises, and majestic royal palaces coexisting with modern-day architecture?
Grab for good
Asia focus, Ismira Lutfia Tisnadibrata, Published on 14/10/2019
» The regional ride-hailing giant that has turned into an "everyday super app" for millions is seeking to make an even bigger impact on the lives of Southeast Asians with its technology and digital services.
Wonderful Indonesia Festival in Thailand 2019
Published on 08/10/2019
» BANGKOK – The Ministry of Tourism Indonesia in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia will attract the youth of Thailand by presenting an intriguing festival which will be held at the Lifestyle Hall, 2nd floor of Siam Paragon Mall, Bangkok, Thailand, 11-13 October 2019. Themed “Find Your Adventure”, the festival will showcase Indonesia’s unique tourism destinations.
Palm oil backlash
Asia focus, Ismira Lutfia Tisnadibrata, Published on 30/09/2019
» With its palm oil diplomacy in Europe in tatters amid raging forest fires -- many of them set to clear land for palm planting -- Indonesia is working harder to shore up sales in markets such as China and India, while boosting the proportion of palm used in biodiesel at home.
Indonesia, Japan reach deal on Jakarta-Surabaya rail project
Published on 25/09/2019
» JAKARTA: Indonesia and Japan signed a deal Tuesday on an outline of a medium-speed train project linking the Southeast Asian country's capital Jakarta and its second-largest city Surabaya.
Sinking city: Indonesia's capital on brink of disaster
AFP, Published on 16/08/2019
» JAKARTA - Time is running out for Jakarta.
Knitting the soul of the world
Guru, Published on 09/08/2019
» Mulyana, Yogyakarta-based environmental artist from Bandung, Indonesia, uses discarded materials such as rubber, plastic and fabric from factories and knits them into imaginary creatures, sculptures and art installations on a large scale. The former art teacher is committed to using art as a medium and has had works showcased domestically and abroad in Australia and Singapore and now Thailand. The artist aims to convey the message, "for humanity to honour the world that we live in", to reflect environmental issues. This exhibition is one of five world-class partnerships held to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Central Embassy. Guru speaks to Mulyana about his new eco-exhibit, "Anima Mundi: Soul of the World" on display in Bangkok.