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Frontier markets fret
Asia focus, W Audi Pattarapatumthong, Published on 20/06/2022
» 2022 has been another challenging year for Asian frontier markets against the backdrop of a recovery from the protracted coronavirus pandemic. The challenges have been magnified by the impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and high commodity prices that are exacerbating inflationary pressures, even as global demand for manufactured goods remains weak.
Exhibition focuses on the rights of workers
Life, Published on 20/06/2022
» The stories of marginalised labourers are portrayed through art during "Crossing The Lines", which is running at SAC Gallery, until July 16.
Power up at manufacturing expo
Life, Published on 20/06/2022
» "Power Up" is the concept of "Manufacturing Expo 2022", which will gather the fullest range of the manufacturing industry at Bitec Hall 101-104, Bang Na-Trat Road, from Wednesday to SaturdayJune 22-25, 10am to 6pm.
Banks give ESG the okay
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang and Sirivish Toomgum, Published on 20/06/2022
» Banks are continuing to incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into their business operations in a push for a sustainable transformation of the economy.
The fight for press freedom is local
Asia focus, Jos Midas Bartman, Published on 20/06/2022
» A macabre political thriller recently unfolded in the Philippine province of Palawan, an island known mostly for its rich biodiversity and pristine beaches.
Pakistan and Nepal pursue better understanding
Asia focus, Malika-e-Abida Khattak, Published on 20/06/2022
» Most bilateral relations in South Asia, including those between Nepal and Pakistan, are dominated by India's massive influence in the region. Nepal and Pakistan have a long history of diplomatic and political ties, and India has played an important role in their considerations.
A push for sustainability
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/06/2022
» In 2014, Romtham Khumnurak -- a student at the Faculty of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University (TU) -- enrolled in TU 100 Civic Engagement, which required students to observe TU's waste management system. After Romtham saw a large stinky garbage pile there, it dawned on him that everyone is involved in the waste issue. Five years later, Romtham and five other colleagues established an environmental online media, Environman, which currently has more than 564,000 followers and is available on several platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Phillips and Pereira: killed trying to save the Amazon
AFP, Published on 20/06/2022
» ATALAIA DO NORTE (BRAZIL) - Four years after they first went on an expedition deep into the jungle of Brazil's Javari Valley, Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira teamed up again, each working on a big new project to save the Amazon. It cost them their lives.
Taiwan murder 'accomplice' arrested
Gary Boyle, Published on 20/06/2022
» An alleged accomplice in the murder of a Thai couple in Taiwan was arrested on Sunday afternoon, a police source said.
New US Capitol riot hearings promise fresh drama
AFP, Published on 20/06/2022
» WASHINGTON - A new round of hearings this week by the congressional committee probing the January 6, 2021 US Capitol riot promises further drama, with one member saying former vice president Mike Pence might be subpoenaed.