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In an event that highlighted the best of Thailand’s business leadership, Mr. Bandhit Thamprajamchit, Chief Executive Officer and President of Thai Oil Public Company Limited, proudly accepted the esteemed “Thailand Top CEO of the Year 2024” award in the energy industry category. This honour was bestowed upon him by H.E. Mr. Nurak Marpraneet, a Privy Councillor, in a ceremony organized by Business+ magazine in partnership with the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy of Thammasat University. This accolade underlines not just exceptional leadership but also the importance of engaging all stakeholders in our modern, complex global marketplace. The glittering reception was held at the Grand Ballroom, InterContinental, Bangkok, making it a night to remember. Thai Oil, or Thaioil as it is commonly known, stands tall as Thailand’s largest refinery and a major supplier of petroleum products. Founded in 1961, it boasts one of the most efficient refineries in the Asia Pacific…

Maurice Lacroix, a brand synonymous with urban sophistication, is thrilled to unveil two new diver’s watches, meticulously crafted for city dwellers. While both variations of the PONTOS S DIVER 2024 are ocean-ready, Maurice Lacroix has ingeniously reimagined this collection, creating two stylish options that excel in the fast-paced urban landscape. The original PONTOS S DIVER made its debut in 2013, optimized for underwater use, even though most owners never fully utilized its aquatic capabilities. In 2016, Maurice Lacroix introduced the AIKON, an ‘urban watch’ that quickly became a bestseller. Due to its limited production capacity, the brand focused on meeting the soaring demand for the AIKON, temporarily halting the production of its specialized diver’s watch. However, countless requests from devoted enthusiasts led Maurice Lacroix to bring back the PONTOS S DIVER, culminating in the release of a revamped model in May 2023. This new iteration is slightly more compact than…

The Ministry of Public Health has pledged a thorough review of its 200 partner clinics under the universal healthcare coverage plan, widely known as the 30-baht scheme, amidst a wave of patient complaints. Vice Minister Thanakit Jitareerat announced that the ministry is acutely aware of the situation and that the Department of Health Service Support (DOHSS) and the National Health Security Office (NHSO) will collaborate on this critical investigation. Officials from both agencies will diligently assess whether these clinics have adhered to the ministry’s rigorous regulations. “Our inspection of over 200 clinics in the capital kicks off next week. Our legal team will scrutinize if any of these clinics have violated the established rules. If they can’t comply with our standards, they should terminate their partnership agreements,” Mr. Thanakit asserted confidently. Mr. Thanakit estimated that roughly 10 out of the 200 clinics might be under scrutiny for issues. The bulk…

The Social Development and Human Security Ministry has formed an exciting alliance with the Public Health Ministry to roll out a revolutionary digital one-stop-service platform designed specifically for applications related to disabled person ID cards and disability grants. The platform debuted with great fanfare at an elaborate ceremony held yesterday at the Centara Life Government Complex Hotel & Convention Centre, located on Chaeng Watthana Road in Lak Si district. At the event, Social Development and Human Security Minister Varawut Silpa-archa expounded on the government’s commitment to enhancing the lives of disabled citizens. He provided a comprehensive overview of the new one-stop service platform, which promises to simplify procedures and lower costs for those who need it most. Minister Varawut emphasized that this groundbreaking platform is a crucial component of an overarching project designed to offer more accessible welfare services for the disabled community. The online initiative is structured into two…

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has called upon all governmental agencies to collaborate in a unified effort to stave off potential floods during this year’s rainy season. This directive might even elevate flood mitigation to the level of a national agenda item. The announcement came in the wake of a high-profile meeting that gathered key figures like Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Natural Resources and Environment Minister Phatcharavat Wongsuwan, Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Thamanat Prompow, Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) secretary-general Surasee Kittimonthon, and Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt. These stakeholders convened to discuss strategies and preparations ahead of what promises to be the most intense phase of the rainy season. Prime Minister Srettha was brought up to speed with the current rainfall and flood scenarios across the nation. He learned about ongoing measures to mitigate natural disasters and the game plans poised…

An election official gingerly showcased a ballot paper at one of the Senate election stations. The venue? The swanky Centara Life Government Complex Hotel & Convention Centre, which buzzed with eager participants on June 16. Winners from this provincial election would find themselves on a thrilling journey to the national voting round on June 26. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb) Now, brace yourself: The grueling dance of wooing or even exchanging votes in the Senate election no longer stands in violation of the Election Commission’s (EC) regulations. This revelation came from no other than the EC secretary-general, Sawang Boonmee, on a rather sunny Thursday. For those wondering whether encouraging votes for oneself or promising a cheeky vote exchange was still a Senate faux pas—it isn’t anymore. Here’s the scoop: A petition had once cast its shadow on the EC’s stern restrictions that initially crimped candidates’ election campaigns. However, on May 24, the…

Prof. Dr. Phra Brahmawatcharatheeracharn, rector of Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, made a mark in history on a serene Wednesday in Bhutan. With a graceful presentation of an honorary doctorate in Buddhism to His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the ceremony was nothing short of magnificent. A snapshot of this significant event, captured and shared on His Majesty’s Facebook, spread elation across the globe. The ceremonial extravaganza didn’t stop there. A total of seven eminent Thai universities converged at the grandiose Dungkar Dzong Royal Palace, nestled in the picturesque town of Paro, west of Bhutan’s capital. Their purpose? To bestow honorary doctorate degrees upon His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, thereby cementing inter-national ties and celebrating academic excellence. The ceremonious parade of honorary degrees encompassed a wide range of diverse fields, underlining the King’s multifaceted interests and contributions: Thammasat University graced His Majesty with an honorary doctorate in the field of…

The political landscape is filled with turmoil, but amidst the chaos, an impassioned plea for unity emerges. Piyabutr Saengkanokkul, the charismatic secretary-general of the Progressive Movement (PM), has spotlighted the necessity for camaraderie between Thailand’s two political titans: the ruling Pheu Thai Party and the opposition Move Forward Party (MFP). On a striking Thursday, Piyabutr took to his Facebook account, urging these major parties to abandon their trivial squabbles and unite against what he called ‘unjust dissolution laws’ perpetuated by the ‘old guards’. Laws that could, at any moment, turn the political tides against any party. This compelling call to action comes hot on the heels of a fervent parliamentary debate. MFP’s leader, the unyielding Chaithawat Tulathon, and Pheu Thai’s vociferous spokesman, Danuporn Punakanta, were locked in a fiery exchange over the national budget plan. It was a showdown as gripping as any championship bout. Mr. Chaithawat lambasted the government…

Wissanu Krea-ngam, an adviser to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, recently arrived at Government House to present the findings of a high-profile probe into the rift between Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol and Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul) In a dramatic turn of events, Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol has been reinstated as the national police chief following the completion of a thorough investigation into an internal feud that has captivated the nation, according to Wissanu Krea-ngam, legal adviser to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. Mr. Wissanu spilled the beans on Thursday, revealing the investigation results orchestrated by a committee led by Chatchai Promlert to untangle the web of discord between Pol Gen Torsak and his deputy, Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn. The saga, stretching over four months, uncovered a tangled mess of conflicts and disarray within the Royal Thai Police at multiple levels. However, it remained a mystery whether these issues stemmed…

Thaniya Chaodonka’s tears streamed down her face as she clutched a framed photo of her beloved four-year-old daughter, who tragically passed away at a hospital in Nakhon Ratchasima this past January. Struggling for answers, her family filed a formal complaint with the Ministry of Public Health on Thursday, pleading for a thorough investigation into the medical treatment that preceded their devastating loss. (Photo: Sagee Wongchaisuwan) The family of the young girl, heartbroken and desperate for understanding, has urged the Ministry to determine whether a misdiagnosis or medical errors were responsible for her untimely death. A foundation that played a pivotal role in bringing the tragedy to light has raised the alarm, suggesting that as many as ten deaths could be linked to human error or faulty diagnoses at Phra Thongkham Hospital. In the company of representatives from the Pen Nueng Foundation, Thaniya met with Thanakit Jitareerat, a vice-minister, to recount…