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On the 8th of September 2023, a grand gathering of financial leaders took place, the 36th ASEAN Exchanges CEOs Meeting, graciously hosted in the heart of Thailand by the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET). Alongside SET, five other major market players graced the event — Bursa Malaysia, Indonesia Stock Exchange, Philippine Stock Exchange, Singapore Exchange Group, and Vietnam Exchange. One of the key objectives centering this summit was the development of a central set of sustainability metrics that complies with globally accepted standards and proven practices. During the vibrant session, the representatives from these six influential ASEAN exchanges exchanged ideas on initiatives aimed at boosting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) collaboration across the region. The goal? To uplift the ASEAN stock markets and cultivate sustainable investments, fostering an environment that breeds long-term financial growth and prosperity. At the heart of the dialogue was the synergy within ASEAN Exchanges and the…

In an ambitious bid to enhance its maritime capabilities, Thailand, under the leadership of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, plans to approach Germany’s president, aiming to acquire a powerfully engineered German-built engine for their state-of-the-art, Chinese-constructed submarine. This strategy forms a key part of Thavisin’s agenda during his forthcoming visit to the United Nations General Assembly in New York – a testament to his international diplomacy skills. The revelation came from Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, a brilliant political luminary, who shared the information in response to inquiries from the inquisitive press corps post the cabinet meeting held earlier this week. With the usual finesse of a skilled statesman, Bahiddha-Nukara assured, “We are in anticipation of a confirmation. Preliminary efforts to contact our German counterparts have already been launched.’’ In the purchase agreement chalked out by the Royal Thai Navy with their Chinese counterparts, it’s been particularly insisted that the underwater craft…

Venture into the breathtaking expanses of Norway, known the world over for its gleaming fjords and icy climate. This region, teeming with marine life and historic fishing culture, is turning heads for its globally recognized and remarkably sustainable aquaculture practices. An industry rooted in centuries-old traditions, today it has metamorphosed into a modern symbol of sustainable development, merging advanced technology with marine biology, food safety procedures, and environmental preservation principles. Dotted across the untamed, open Norwegian seas, fish farms are nestled within clear and icy fjord waters, far from the bustling maritime routes. Salmon, a worldwide favorite for connoisseurs and everyday individuals alike, proliferates in expansive pens. The environment is meticulously controlled and impeccably hygienic, maintaining a ratio of nearly all clear water to a scant 2.5% fish. Minimizing harm to marine life, advanced methods like AI-aided lasers are employed to tackle sea lice, underpinned by digital analytics to spot…

On the brisk Monday morning, the House of Representatives and Senate convened in a joint seating. The agenda? To see the newly-formed Cabinet reveal its future forward policies, a necessary requirement in line with Section 162 of the aberrant constitution. Following consensus from the whip line, the two-day debate was allocated a combined 30 hours, split sternly through the parties. The opposition was given half a day plus four hours, followed by an equal allocation of a five-hour slot to the Cabinet, government-side parties and senators. Nearing 10 o’clock in the morning, the honor fell on Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to present the government’s policy guide to the anxiously waiting Parliament, sharing printed copies of this statement with the delegates present. Bearing the concerns of the nation on his shoulders, Srettha emphasised the urgent need to elevate the struggling Thai economy, staggering under the weight of the pandemic and global…

Guided by the tenets of government strategy, the Department is diligently collaborating with all key stakeholders aiming to expedite the progress on the much-anticipated Thai-Cambodian collective development region. This information comes courtesy of the department’s deputy CEO, Supalak Parn-anurak. The central focus remains intensifying the natural gas extraction from Erawan gas field, formerly labelled G1/61. By the time we hit the 1st of December this year, it’s envisaged that the everyday production will experience a substantial increase to 600 million cubic feet from an existing 400 million cubic feet. There’s a slight hiccup however; the operator, PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP), recently expressed a certain level of difficulty in achieving these lofty production targets. Several factors are contributing to the delay in production. Among the main culprits is an issue with the crane on the K1 vessel which is integral to the installation of the production platform. With a…

The prestigious Chulalongkorn University, in a gesture of immense humility and thoughtfulness, collaborates with its Office of Student Affairs and the University Communication Center to bring to life a heartwarming short flick aptly titled “Give Smiles, Not Gifts.” The creative initiative serves as a reflection of graduating students’ true desires on their special day, radiating the touching notion that the “Heart is the best gift.” The film is a heartfelt congrats piece to the 2022 graduates, aligning seamlessly with the campaign intended to suppress the tradition of giving elaborate presents such as floral bouquets and balloons on graduation day. The well-intended attempt is not just to mitigate waste production but also to endorse eco-friendly practices. Ultimately, it aims to reinvent graduation festivities into events characterized by mutual amusement and joyful smiles instead of the traditional gift exchange. Immerse yourself in this short, poignant narrative titled “Give Smiles, Not Gifts” by…

Revamping the face of waste management, VISTEC’s “C-ROS” campaign provides a novel approach to turn zero-waste and trash segregation into an advantageous venture. Through the power of anaerobic fermentation technology, the brainchild of esteemed Rector Jumras Limtrakul embodies an innovative solution that transforms waste into biogas and beneficial microbial substances, as disclosed to The Nation. Unlike conventional methods, C-ROS puts to work specialized microorganisms converting food and organic waste into biogas or fertilizer at a quicker rate. This unparalleled system is capable of yielding from 50,000 to 100,000 baht worth of useful substances from a single ton of food waste, according to Limtrakul. Moreover, catering to the dire need for effective waste management, VISTEC has launched the “SUZDEE” waste processing appliance. This highly efficient machine, equipped with “C-ROS Turbo”, a concentrated natural micro-organism, expedites the process of reducing food waste to zero. Demonstrating versatility, these machines could be conveniently installed…

The struggle against the illegal trade of cultural treasures in Thailand has achieved a ground-breaking success. A collaborative operation led by the police force and the Fine Arts Department apprehended three persons believed to be central figures in this underground network. This covert operation resulted in the arrest of these key suspects and also in reclaiming around 1,000 historical antiquities. Digging deeper into the investigation unearthed a two-pronged operation, one group engaged in unearthing these priceless relics while the other was involved in their marketing. The recovered artefacts are an amalgamation of bronze statues, tattoo equipment, silver currency, cowrie shells and fragments of jewellery, some of which have a history that spans back over a millennium. Unwitting buyers became the owners of these cultural treasures through social media platforms such as Facebook. The police, to ensure these items were genuine, assumed a covert identity and made a purchase of some…

Deeply shaken by an unexplainable tragedy, Somporn, a 48-year-old mother hailing from Thailand, casts a plea for further inquiry into the mysterious demise of her 23-year-old daughter, Thanaporn. Just a single day after her arrival in Japan, Thanaporn’s life was cut tragically short as she plummeted to her death from the eighth floor of a condominium. Somporn solicited the assistance of the Pavena Foundation for Children and Women on the 10th of September, in her fervent quest for answers surrounding her daughter’s untimely death. Citing her financial condition as a barrier, Somporn expressed her inability to physically travel to Japan to unravel the puzzling circumstances leading to her daughter’s fatal incident. She vehemently rejects the Japanese police’s verdict of suicide. Her unwavering belief is grounded in knowing that Thanaporn was in Japan to escalate her financial status, by working as a party entertainer. With dreams of supporting her mother’s aspiration…

Today marked a significant victory in the ongoing battle against illegal narcotics trade as law enforcement authorities, led by a coalition of Thai domestic forces, apprehended several individuals linked to drug trafficking networks operating from Laos to Thailand. This operation yielded a massive confiscation of over 100,000 prohibited substances. These illicit operations were sophisticated, and their modus operandi strained the lines of morality. The traffickers timed their exploits to run parallel with revered Buddhist holy days, a time when Laotian locals exercise restraint and engage in morally upright behaviour. The brisk dawn of the day witnessed Rutthaphon Naowarat, the esteemed chief of Buriram Provincial Police flanked by his deputies Narongsak Phromtha and Kongchat Lueangsomthap, launch an extensive operation. Aided by Wichan Krachangpoth, deputy director of Buriram Provincial Police and head of the narcotics suppression unit, they unveiled plans that sought to purge the streets of the drug menace. This herculean…