Embarking on a mesmerizing journey through the seas of corporate excellence, PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited, affectionately known as PTTEP, has set a gleaming example in the realm of business stewardship, environmental guardianship, and social benefaction. With a flurry of accolades trailing its wake, this corporate titan has beckoned success, not just on the shores of its home nation, Thailand, but across the vast oceanic expanses of international recognition. Anchored firmly at the helm, PTTEP’s sails billow with the winds of merit, as the esteemed Thai Institute of Directors (IOD) bestows upon it the envious Corporate Governance recognition of 2023, with the maxed-out rating of “Excellent” – that’s a quintet of gleaming symbols! What’s more enthralling is the company’s placement in the top echelon, the Top Quartile, populated by the listed juggernauts boasting market valuations north of a handsome 10,000 million baht. This sequel to its debut in…
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“`html The corridors of Thaioil resonated with jubilation as silver confetti rained down on an elated team led by the ever-dynamic Mr. Viroj Wongsathirayakhun, the company’s esteemed Executive Vice President of Organisation Effectiveness. In a glorious moment of triumph, Ms. Chiraporn Kamon-in (a maestro of Industrial/Employee Relations), Ms. Benjawan Poompruek (the architect of People and Organisation Excellence Strategies), and Ms. Arpakorn Wongsathapornpat (the Special Assignment virtuoso) stood beaming, their faces alight with the shimmer of success as they clutched the prestigious Silver Award at the coveted Thailand HR Innovation Awards 2023. This tale of excellence unfurled beneath the opaline chandeliers of the Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao, where the air was electric with the buzz of Thailand HR Day 2023. Here, amidst the pantheon of human resource maestros, Prof. Dr. Anek Laothamatas—a luminary on the educational and innovation frontiers—bestowed the accolades with a grandeur befitting of former ministerial esteem.…
“`html In the serene farmlands of Chiang Mai, an evening that began with the tranquil tasks of farm life ended in tragedy, as a ferocious explosion tore through a longan plantation in the Phrao district, altering lives and landscapes in its wake. A concoction intended to coax the trees into bloom became a deadly snare for those who mixed it. The calm of the countryside was shattered as the startling blast claimed the lives of two diligent women—one Thai national and her counterpart from Myanmar. They were enveloped by the destruction instantaneously. But the grim reaper was not yet satisfied, and as the night crept in, it claimed the life of a third soul, a man, also hailing from Myanmar, succumbing to his grievous wounds hours after the calamity had struck. The epicenter of this catastrophic incident lay nestled amidst the green arms of a longan orchard, in the heart…
The hustle and bustle of Thailand’s political landscape is never short of drama, and the latest episode has everyone talking. Enter stage right, the charismatic Bangkok MP Chaiyamphawan Manpianjit, whose campaign trail blaze in a striking orange jacket has been as much a conversation starter as the recent turn of events in his political career. Captured in the midst of campaigning for the widely anticipated May 14 general election, his figure became emblematic of his then-affiliation with the Move Forward Party (Photo: Move Forward Party). Alas, the winds of change blew early this month when Chaiyamphawan, or Puaut as he’s commonly known among his supporters, found himself expelled from the opposition Move Forward Party amidst a scandalous fog of sexual harassment allegations. The details of these accusations came to light as three female assistants came forward, leading to a decisive expulsion from the ranks of the MFP on November 7th.…
“`html Picture this: a quiet morning in the bustling province of Nonthaburi was dramatically disrupted by the calculated precision of Thailand’s immigration police. With the sun barely risen, the law enforcement officers zeroed in on a glitzy gambling den that was secretly operating within a seemingly innocuous hotel’s eighth and ninth floors. The unsuspecting high rollers, a group of 26 Chinese nationals, suddenly found their game of chance had taken an entirely unexpected turn as the raid unfolded. The police, animated by the thrill of the crackdown, swept in and scooped up roughly 3.5 million baht in what just might be one of the most profitable bets the house never intended to make. This nest egg didn’t come from the slots or roulette wheels, but from the law’s long arm. But this was no dingy backroom poker game; the illegal casino was wrapped in an aura of luxury, a tantalizing…
“`html As the digital dawn unfolds, UOB Thailand finds itself basking in the glow of success, with the innovative mobile banking application, UOB TMRW, sweeping a grand collection of industry honours in 2023. Picture this: it’s November 29, 2023, and the air buzzes with electric news – UOB TMRW has just bagged not one, but multiple illustrious awards, planting its flag as a trailblazer in the realm of digital banking. This year alone, this high-flying app has soared over the competition, scooping up accolades galore, including Best Mobile Banking Application and Most Innovative Digital Bank from the prestigious International Finance Award, alongside other notable mentions such as the Best Customers Insights Initiative and the crown for Excellence in Digital Innovation from none other than the Global Retail Banking Innovation Awards. Determined to climb new heights, UOB Thailand has its gaze firmly set on expanding its customer horizons and forging deeper,…
“`html As dawn broke over the bustling metropolis of Bangkok, the Central Investigation Bureau’s elite team, akin to characters out of a high-stakes detective thriller, descended upon their targets in an operation that had all the suspense of a Hollywood blockbuster. They were on the hunt not for notorious gangsters or daring bank robbers, but for crafty con artists—masters of deception in the digital age. With precision that would leave even the most seasoned sleuth impressed, the police carefully sifted through the remnants of illicit romance at one of the raided locations, seeking the evidence that would cement the fates of the accused—and little did the arresting officers know that their catch for the day would include such an eclectic group of suspects! The charged party consisted of two Chinese nationals—one of whom was woven into Thai high society by marriage—and two Thai citizens, ensnared in a web of alleged…
“`html Hold onto your hats and batten down the hatches, for Mother Nature is queuing up quite the meteorological performance across distinctive regions of our realm. Whilst the energetic northeast and the eastern territories anticipate an orchestral ensemble of vigorous winds, the South serenades us with a symphony of incessant, heavy rain. This rhapsody of weather is fueled by a robust northeastern monsoon, presently gracing the lower Gulf of Thailand and the tender southern stretches of our lands. The low-pressure area, akin to an intrepid maestro, is intensifying its presence over the evocative Malacca Strait and Sumatra’s dense jungles; thereby cueing a deluge of rain upon some already beleaguered territories of the lower southern region. Our esteemed residents, I urge you with utmost sincerity, to exhibit a heightened sense of vigilance. The specter of danger looms predominantly through heavy and steadfast rainfall, which might provoke sudden, uninvited guests in the…
“`html Under the mesmerizing glow of the full moon, the bewitching festival of Loy Krathong springs to life, igniting the waterways of Thailand with reverence and beauty each year. The night sky of the 12th lunar month—this year on November 27th—watches as thousands of krathongs, intricately-decorated floating offerings, are delicately placed onto the shimmering surfaces of rivers and lakes. It’s a spectacle of light and tradition, as Thai people honor Phra Mae Khongkh, the Goddess of Water, expressing their gratitude and seeking forgiveness for any transgressions against her crystalline realms. The ancient city of Sukhothai, a tapestry of historical splendor, has been at the heart of these celebrations since November 18th. The festivities have unfolded in the embracing arms of the Sukhothai Historical Park, where history whispers from the ruins and revelry dances in Muang district. In a moment of royal grace, the Prime Minister, alongside his wife, set afloat…
As the moon swells to its full majesty in the night sky, signaling the peak of the 12th lunar month, the enchanting festival of Loy Krathong comes alive in the heart of Thailand. This year, on the serene evening of November 27, a tapestry of glittering lights is set to dance upon the water, as thousands of Thais gather to release their ornately decorated floats, known as “krathong,” into the rivers and lakes, honoring Phra Mae Khongkha, the revered Goddess of Water. The festivities are far from silent, with the night sky often pierced by the vibrant cracks and booms of fireworks. And though, traditionally, many would look upwards to see the soft glow of lanterns ascending towards the stars, a recent government announcement has cast a shadow over this practice. With a stern warning issued on Monday, authorities made it clear that releasing sky lanterns, bang fai, fireworks, and…