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New debate format
Oped, Postbag, Published on 23/01/2026
» Re: "Academics sound alarm ahead of poll", (BP, Jan 14). A one-on-one debate format between political parties would greatly help us decide who we want to solve basic structural problems in our economy, society and justice system -- and the media should play a key role in arranging such a debate and setting the theme.
Tech-free zones are required to save humanity
Oped, Mariano Miguel Carrera, Published on 24/07/2025
» Several recent interactions and observations have led me to believe that humanity needs technology-free zones where people can interact and be themselves. Ironically, better human contact leads to better technology. The purpose of technology is to serve humans, whereas the reverse appears to be happening now!
Chadchart needs to act
Oped, Editorial, Published on 11/06/2024
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt's anti-graft fighting efforts have so far largely been passively bureaucratic and, at best, reactive, despite his 2022 campaign promises to uproot corruption at City Hall.
Noise pollution destroying condo life
Oped, Michel Rosmolen, Published on 09/12/2023
» With the city's skyline constantly evolving, Bangkok's condominium market continues to surge, offering breathtaking views, contemporary designs, and unparalleled amenities. But there's an often overlooked aspect every buyer should prioritise before making an investment: noise insulation. As the metropolis grows more congested, the clamour of urban life can be a constant disturbance without adequate soundproofing.
Poor playgrounds
Oped, Postbag, Published on 18/11/2023
» A sign of a thriving city is one that provides safe and accessible playgrounds for its children. While Bangkok is to be commended for its plans to implement over 100 pocket parks, the state of many existing playgrounds in our existing parks leaves much to be desired.
Rise and fall of participatory budgeting
Oped, Humberto Costa, Published on 24/04/2023
» One of the world's great democratic innovations is about to make a big comeback in the place where it was invented: my country, Brazil.
A complex of ridicule
Oped, Editorial, Published on 12/07/2022
» To mark the 90th anniversary of the adoption of the parliamentary system, the House launched a series of lectures, forums and exhibitions at Sappaya Saphasathan, the brand new parliament complex overlooking the Chao Phraya River, from June 27 to July 8.
Club karaoke a step too far
Oped, Editorial, Published on 25/05/2022
» Despite our half-baked democracy characterised by a series of coups and street protests, our parliament building should be the subject of our pride -- a pantheon of democracy.
Breaking down the global supply chain breakdown
Oped, Christopher S Tang, Published on 30/11/2021
» Rescuing Christmas from the supply-chain Grinch won't be easy. To make it happen, policymakers and business leaders need to take an expansive approach, paying attention to logistics beyond our clogged-up harbours.
Thailand not so bad
Oped, Postbag, Published on 20/11/2021
» So many letters to PostBag are negative, complaining about the government, military coups, the bureaucracy, the judicial system, inequality, immigration regulations, Section 112, incompetent Covid management, and much more.