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Building capacity where it counts
Oped, Mariana Mazzucato & Rainer Kattel, Published on 06/10/2025
» After years of underinvestment, governments around the world are struggling to keep pace with growing demands. The consequences are now widely evident, as underfunded and unprepared public agencies falter whenever crises strike. The problem is not "slimming" government down, but rather rendering it more capable, strategic, outcome-oriented and a good partner in solving the greatest problems of our time: providing adequate housing for all, strengthening climate resilience and ensuring that technology makes all our lives better, not just a few "bros" richer.
State entities too complex to be treated as startups
Oped, Mariana Mazzucato and Rainer Kattel, Published on 17/04/2025
» Around the world, governments are trying to reinvent themselves in the image of business. Elon Musk's DOGE crusade in the United States is quite explicit on this point, as is Argentina's chainsaw-wielding president, Javier Milei. But one also hears similar rhetoric in the United Kingdom, where Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden wants the government to foster a "test-and-learn" culture and move towards performance-based management.
Global food trends linked to poor diets
News, Rosie Leishman, Published on 19/03/2025
» Thailand is succumbing to global food trends that negatively influence children's diets and lifestyles, say nutrition experts, suggesting the government take more action to secure healthy diets among the nation's youth.
Miss Global 2025 tells women to dare to dream
Rosie Leishman, Published on 13/03/2025
» "Never give up" were the words of wisdom from Miss Global 2025 and the co-founder of Bangkok Pride at Thursday’s Women Vision event held by the Bangkok Post in Samyan Mitrtown.
Top feminists speak of paths to activism at Bangkok Post forum
Rosie Leishman, Published on 13/03/2025
» Some of Thailand’s most famous feminists spoke at the Bangkok Post's Women Vision event on Thursday about their work advocating for women’s rights and menstrual health, and against sexual violence.
‘New strategies’ needed for Thai media
Rosie Leishman, Published on 04/03/2025
» The Thai media is being urged to develop new strategies to keep up with the rapidly evolving and overcrowded media landscape that is threatening its survival.
Bar deaths leave bad taste
Rosie Leishman, Published on 02/03/2025
» A growing awareness of the risk of accidental methanol poisoning in Southeast Asia is apparently changing backpacker drinking habits.
Ethics in Thailand's elephant tourism?
Rosie Leishman, Published on 23/02/2025
» An elephant experience is one of Thailand's most popular tourist attractions; however, tourists should exercise caution and adopt ethical practices by refraining from touching the elephants when visiting elephant camps.
Thailand draws Kiwis with culture
Rosie Leishman, Published on 17/02/2025
» As Thailand aims for a record-breaking 40 million tourists in 2025, young New Zealanders are flocking to the nation for its perfect mix of adventure, culture, and affordability.
Foreign tourist crowds spark tension in Pai
News, Rosie Leishman, Published on 16/02/2025
» Mae Hong Son: Amid the mountains of northern Thailand is a hub for backpackers to lie in hammocks, swim in waterfalls, walk along the Bamboo Bridge and bask in the sun, as travellers slowly sink into what's known as the "Pai hole" in Pai district.