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Labour rights in a mutating world
News, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 02/12/2024
» The world of work is undergoing significant changes amidst risks in a precarious setting. The poly-crisis surrounding the workplace ranges from health risks from global warming and climate change to political constraints and demographic changes with an ageing population in several parts of the world. The challenge is thus to respond with more preparedness in the life cycle of existence, where work is a major contributor to not only human livelihood but also self-esteem, a sense of purpose and a sense of belonging. In particular, the following issues thus deserve greater attention.
Gender diversity is good for business
News, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 11/03/2024
» A timely issue raised by a recent forum of key businesses, political leaders and civil society was the potential for more inclusion of LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex) people in the workplace. This is complementary to the other critically important issue of the day: the role of women in business and employment.
Release the report!
News, Published on 12/12/2022
» Re: "Public urged to support war on graft," (BP, Dec 10).
The pandemic and palliative care
News, Kseniia Shapoval, Published on 08/12/2021
» When Covid-19 hit Ukraine, infectious diseases specialist Stepan Karabinyosh was at the centre of the crisis.
Investigate THAI
News, Published on 28/09/2021
» Re: "Thaksin linked to THAI's losses", (BP, Sept 18).
UN engages with the young to push development
News, Ibu Armida Alisjahbana & Gita Sabharwal, Published on 24/10/2020
» This year, the United Nations is marking its 75th anniversary -- a milestone of extraordinary economic and social progress in Asia and the Pacific. While the organisation enjoys a lifespan almost equal to the world's improved average life expectancy, the future lies with those who have recently embarked on theirs: our young people.
The Cisco Kid was a friend of mine
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 03/11/2019
» Every now and again in Bangkok something triggers memories of childhood days in England. Not far from my current residence a condominium is going up called the Glendale, which was the name of my local cinema back home in Reading.
Make Muay Thai safer for our youth
News, Sue Vize, Published on 16/11/2018
» As a supporter of youth empowerment and safe sport participation, Unesco is saddened by the death of 13-year-old Muay Thai (Thai boxing) fighter Anucha Thasako. Despite the efforts of the medical team at Samutprakan Hospital, Anucha died after he was knocked out in a Muay Thai ring in Thailand's Samut Prakan province last Saturday. His death is both a personal tragedy and also adds urgency to the campaign for safeguarding youth in all sports.
Bells of tolerance
News, Postbag, Published on 09/10/2018
» Re: "'Big Joke' targets foreign lady who griped about bell ringing", (BP, Oct 6).
Democracy to dictatorship
News, Postbag, Published on 23/09/2018
» Re: "Even dictators can't monopolise a poll", (Opinion, Sept 22).