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Surging billionaire wealth a political threat, Oxfam warns as Davos opens
AFP, Published on 19/01/2026
» DAVOS, Switzerland- The collective wealth of the planet's billionaires soared to a record level in 2025, charity Oxfam reported on Monday, warning of "highly dangerous" political consequences as the global elite gathers for the World Economic Forum.
Chevron Supports Saturday School Run for Youth Education
Published on 09/12/2025
» A vibrant show of support for education and community spirit took place at Wachirabenchathat Park (Rot Fai Park), where the charity walk-run event “Saturday School Run 2025” brought together more than 1,300 participants, including Chevron employees, volunteers and the general public. The opening ceremony was presided over by Sanon Wangsrangboon, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, with Sorawit Paiboonrattanakorn, Founder and CEO of Saturday School Foundation, Pojjana Paniangvait, Chairman of the Board, and Chatit Huayhongtong, President of Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd., joining the occasion. Chevron supported the initiative as main sponsor for the third consecutive year, with all proceeds without deductions going to extracurricular learning activities for Thai youth.
Inclusive Green Growth Drives SCG’s Future Vision
Published on 29/10/2025
» In a grand gathering of more than 400 global executives and thought leaders at The St. Regis Jakarta, the Forbes Global CEO Conference 2025 set the stage for discussions on the future of business leadership in an era of transformation. Among the most anticipated sessions was an address on Sustainable Philanthropy by Mr Thammasak Sethaudom, President and CEO of SCG (Siam Cement Group), who shared how the 112-year-old industrial conglomerate is redefining growth through sustainability, innovation, and long-term vision.
BJC Champions Inclusive, Climate-Smart Growth at GCNT Expo
Published on 13/08/2025
» At the GCNT Expo 2025: Forward SDGs Faster Together, Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (BJC) and its flagship retail arm BigC underscored their role as a driving force in Thailand’s sustainable development agenda. Held from 29–31 July 2025 at True Digital Park, Bangkok, the expo, organized by the Global Compact Network Thailand (GCNT), the country’s largest private-sector sustainability platform, brought together corporate leaders, policymakers, and changemakers. BJC not only presented its sustainability initiatives through a flagship exhibition booth but also sent senior executives to the stage to articulate a holistic vision that fuses inclusion, innovation, and environmental stewardship.
Zuellig Pharma Strengthens Healthcare Access in Thailand
Published on 18/07/2025
» As Thailand navigates a shifting healthcare landscape marked by ageing populations and rising rates of chronic illnesses, Zuellig Pharma—a leading healthcare solutions provider in Asia—is doubling down on its commitment to the Kingdom. With over 75 years of local presence and more than a century of experience across Asia, the company’s recent THB 130 million investment in expanding its distribution centre in Samut Prakan is more than an infrastructure upgrade—it's a bold signal of long-term partnership with Thailand’s health system.
B5.3bn charity lottery to fund scholarships
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/04/2025
» NAKHON PHANOM — The cabinet has approved a 5.3-billion-baht budget to launch a charity lottery to fund a new scholarship initiative, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said during a cabinet meeting in this northeastern province on Tuesday.
OpenAI rejects $97bn Musk-led takeover bid
Bloomberg News, Published on 11/02/2025
» OpenAI chief executive officer Sam Altman has rebuffed a reported $97-billion bid by a group of investors led by Elon Musk to buy the nonprofit group that controls the creator of ChatGPT.
Malaysian tycoon Ananda Krishnan dies at 86
Bloomberg News, Published on 28/11/2024
» Ananda Krishnan, the elusive billionaire who rose from oil trader to one of Malaysia’s most prolific dealmakers and bankrolled the 1985 Live Aid concert, has died. He was 86.
Mechanism seeks stronger Thai-Chinese connection
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/10/2024
» The private sectors in Thailand and China jointly established the "Coordination Mechanism for Sustainable Thai-Chinese Business Promotion" to promote trade and investment in accordance with the laws and regulations of both countries.
Laguna Phuket predicts higher hotel revenue
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/09/2024
» Laguna Phuket, an integrated resort operator, is expecting a stronger revenue per available room (RevPar) and higher room rates for hotels this year, thanks to rebounding tourism, with the upcoming pipeline and property development majorly targeting luxury and upscale segments.