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Changing face of foreign direct investment
News, Jayati Ghosh, Published on 15/10/2025
» Although US President Donald Trump's protectionist trade policies dominate news headlines, they are far from the only forces shaping global production. New investment patterns have been reshaping the global economic landscape since well before Mr Trump's tariffs.
Redefining fair societal rules
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/10/2025
» Fighting corruption and restoring trust in the rule of law are crucial for Thailand's long-term competitiveness, experts said at a public forum organised by the Thailand Institute of Justice (TIJ).
Border aid packages get govt nod
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/08/2025
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has endorsed a package of economic relief measures proposed by the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) to assist communities affected by the recent unrest along the Thai-Cambodian border.
Concern at Trump's trade deal threats
News, Post Reporters, Published on 28/07/2025
» The Senate Committee on military and national security has expressed concern over reports the United States may be using trade negotiations as leverage to pressure Thailand into ending hostilities with Cambodia.
Cross-dressing candidate expelled from exam for teacher's licence
News, Online Reporters, Published on 23/06/2025
» A liberal arts student has complained he was not allowed to sit an examination for a teaching licence because he was wearing women's clothing, sparking social media debate on discrimination, diversity and individual rights.
Srettha: Pride events show equality not here yet
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/06/2025
» With Thailand having taken a historic step to legalise same-sex marriages, former prime minister Srettha Thavisin says the country must now look beyond symbolic celebrations and commit to a deeper, more enduring form of inclusion.
Donor funding crisis goes global
News, Jayati Ghosh, Published on 21/05/2025
» Towards the end of the ancient Indian epic the Mahabharata, Krishna's Yadava clan self-destructs. Many dark omens presage their downfall: nature behaves erratically and pests multiply. Sin, deception, and violence proliferate, eroding trust and solidarity. Clan members humiliate and insult wise elders. When Krishna's extended family goes on a picnic, the men get drunk, argue, and attack each other, until eventually all of them are dead.
Rethinking short rentals in Thailand
News, Wichayada Amponkitviwat & Khemmpat Trisadikoon, Published on 21/05/2025
» The global rebound in tourism after Covid-19 has driven a notable surge in short-term rentals (STRs) through online platforms. Offering travellers greater flexibility, STRs have become a popular alternative to traditional hotels, particularly in urban and tourist-heavy areas. In the European Union, their use has expanded rapidly, reflecting forecasts that predict continued growth fuelled by competitive pricing and evolving travel preferences.
'Retirement lottery' scheme earns praise
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/05/2025
» The World Bank's commendation of the government's "retirement lottery" bodes well for the kingdom's behavioural policy design, says Assoc Prof Auschala Chalayonnavin, dean of the Faculty of Social Administration at Thammasat University.
FTI pushes for tougher steel checks
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/04/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has put forward recommendations to address the issue of substandard steel in Thailand in the wake of the collapse of the 30-storey State Audit Office, following concerns that substandard steel played a role in the disaster.