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Push for a bigger nest egg
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 16/03/2015
» The recent amendments to the Provident Fund Act are certainly a decent start for the country to be better prepared for the approaching ageing society and a possible collapse of the state's social security fund in the future.
Stamping out the flawed tech bills
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 09/02/2015
» Imagine this scenario: you wake up one morning looking forward to your daily blog; then you discover that your personal information has been accessed, without your knowledge or permission, by the cybersecurity authorities, who require additional information in the name of "national security".
Up close with the lady on the bus
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 16/02/2015
» It's almost impossible to miss the huge portrait of her, wearing a lavish gown and generous make-up, on the side of many a Cherdchai bus all over the country.
Digital countdown begins
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 13/10/2014
» Policymakers, economists and business leaders have talked for years about the importance of shifting the economy up the value chain if Thailand is to remain competitive in the 21st century.
Cropping reliance on subsidies
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 10/11/2014
» The old saying "when you put the first button on wrong, the following buttons and the whole shirt will be wrong" seems to be the best way to describe the Yingluck Shinawatra government's rice-pledging scheme that has caused the country a very high price. In fact, it is the biggest loss of government subsidies in Thailand's history.
Money for the poor
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 25/08/2014
» Developing countries by definition face a constant struggle against the problems of poverty and income inequality. Thailand is no exception.
Give up or cough up
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 08/09/2014
» It's his morning ritual. Right before commuting to work, Mr Suchai goes to his local cigarette stand to pick up a pack of his favourite brand. For decades, the 46-year-old factory worker has been following the same routine. But today he selects an alternative brand, the cheapest on the shelf. Rising living costs and higher cigarette prices have driven him to lower his taste.
Printing in high tech
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 16/06/2014
» Today’s rapidly changing technology not only alters people’s lifestyles but greatly affects all technology-related businesses. Those quick to adjust to the fast-changing tide and able to stay innovative and creative through continuous launches and upgrades of their technologies are sure to stay competitive, while those unable to adapt will find it hard to survive, with some even fading away and perishing.
Fishing industry in eye of storm
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 15/07/2014
» The recent report in British newspaper The Guardian condemning Thailand for the use of slave labour in its fishing industry is another wake-up call, ringing loudly enough for the government, private sector and all related parties to start righting the wrongs. This is not the first time the fishing industry has been put on the spot after allegations of forced labour and human trafficking. However, some parties have argued information reported by The Guardian is outdated, non-factual and unbalanced.
Work hard but smart — Tim's key to success
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 28/07/2014
» Some say a grave affliction can change a person overnight, for better or worse. For Pita "Tim" Limjaroenrat, it's definitely the former.