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In today’s business landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is paving the way for unprecedented innovation, increasing productivity exponentially, and encouraging seamless cooperation across different generations. The surge in AI has led to the establishment of more than 14,700 AI startups in the United States alone, as identified by McKinsey, and new startups are coming into existence every day. Future predictions suggest that, thanks to AI’s far-reaching potential and the rapid rate of digitisation, between 30% and 40% of current jobs are set to be automated. In addition, AI can augment from 50 to 60% of job tasks, bringing about a massive transformation in 300 million full-time roles by 2030. And it doesn’t stop there. It’s anticipated that 14% of the workforce will be seeking new career paths due to the transformative impact of AI and digitisation. Companies’ reactions to this burgeoning trend are quite diverse. While some organisations have banned the…

The Thai Ministry of Commerce has set its sights on a lofty goal for the coming fiscal year – increasing the value of cross-border trade by a staggering 20%, bringing it to 1.2 trillion baht from the current 1 trillion baht estimate. Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisunpang, who supervises the Business Development Department, Trade Negotiations Department and Foreign Trade Department, revealed an intricate strategy devised to reach this goal. The scheme will involve promoting a breadth of community products, geographical indication products, and franchises. Mr. Napintorn shared insights into the ministry’s blueprint for boosting cross-border trade which includes hosting a variety of exhibitions and business-matching events. These platforms will invite national representatives from neighbouring countries and international trade associations to deliberate on strategies for diminishing trade barriers. “Proactive measures are in place, and collaborative efforts from various government departments are being mobilised for the promotion of border trade. Prime border…

In an alarming sequence of events, a French woman seeks vindication after her little boy, aged just seven, becomes a victim of sexual molestation at the hands of a depraved Thai pederast. The appalling incidents transpired in a grocery store on the island of Koh Samui, Thailand. Astoundingly, in spite of her son enduring such a horrendous ordeal, the French woman faced additional distress as her travel document got impounded due to charges of assault flagged by the perpetrator himself. Not only was there no help extended by the French Embassy, but the Thai authorities also suggested abandoning the case. The distressed mother, officially known as Mina, took to her Twitter handle (@Princessemondi2) on September 29, recounting her spine-chilling experience. The 30-year-old single mother, earning her living as a hair stylist, had put in considerable sweat and toil for years to plan this trip to Thailand with her child. This…

The once highly respected figure, Itthipol Khunpluem, former Minister of Transport and Mayor of Pattaya City, continues to attract the attention of the masses as he was recently taken into custody upon his return from Cambodia. A mammoth corruption case has been looming over him, leading to an immediate action by Thai Immigration Police. The Corruption Case Office Two of Rayong Province has been diligently working on this case, diving deep into the details of several allegations. The most significant of these charges comes from a judicial order issued by the Rayong Provincial Corruption and Misbehaviour Court. This order asserts numerous acts of misconduct during Itthipol’s stint as the Mayor of Pattaya City. The focal point of this case pivots around the controversial decision dating back to 2008 – the issuance of a construction permit viewed by many as illegal. The key argument is that Itthipol facilitated a company with…

A sunny morning took a ghastly turn for Phuket province as the news of the brutal homicide of a local commercial driver surfaced, sending shockwaves through the region. The unfortunate occurrence took place after an altercation in a popular nighttime hangout spot, with the victim meeting with his untimely demise right at the doorstep of a nearby hotel. The actively responsive and local Phuket police were present at the scene to start the investigation at the break of dawn, spearheaded by the dedicated Deputy Inspector of Phuket City Police Station, Surachai Watitsuppaphon. Watitsuppaphon had at his disposal, a stellar team of individuals from the Phuket Provincial Forensic Evidence Department along with the forensic medical expert from the prestigious Vachira Phuket Hospital. The crime scene, the quite unassuming car park of the hotel, was where the life of Virun (his last name has been left out due to confidentiality reasons) was…

In a recent analysis commissioned by Airbnb and conducted by leading experts at Oxford Economics, it was revealed that Airbnb has played a pivotal role in bolstering Thailand’s tourism industry, making a noteworthy impact on the country’s GDP and overall job market. Due to Airbnb’s substantial influence, Thailand’s Gross Domestic Product witnessed a significant augmentation of 31 billion baht in 2022, successfully supporting almost 56,500 jobs nationwide. Thus, an impressive 1.7% of the entire tourism sector’s GDP contribution can be attributed to Airbnb. In addition to the platform’s substantial contribution to GDP, there’s another key factor that stands out from this new research — the multiplier impact of the spending of Airbnb guests within the local Thai communities. In the last year alone, the resulting economic injection into the Thai economy was a staggering nearly 41 billion baht. Such spending, primarily in local dining establishments, accommodation, retail centers, and transportation,…

As the ongoing conflict in Israel reaches new heights, Thai workers in the area are witnessing a spike in their safety concerns. Undeterred, several are resolved to stay and carry on with their occupations. The latest bout of violence which has erupted between Israel and Hamas, reputedly a Palestinian terrorist group, has launched several thousand rockets into Israeli territory, leading to ample casualties. Included in the fatality count are 12 Thai workers as initially reported. Sombat Traisakdi, who holds the position of Deputy Governor of Chaiyaphum province, unveiled today that the province has rallied to help support local workers stationed in Israel as a reaction to the escalating crisis. Statistically speaking, 772 Thai labourers hailing from Chaiyaphum are currently employed in Israel within legal constraints. The gender ratio includes 742 men and 30 women, additionally, there is an undisclosed number operating in contravention of the law. The provincial authorities are…

Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi, a prominent figure in the sustainability movement and the current president and CEO of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev), has officially sealed the Sustainability Expo 2023. As the main orchestrator of this ten-day long celebration of environmental consciousness, he passionately elaborates on the need for proactive participation in the struggle against carbon emissions. He empowers individuals and businesses alike, urging them to wage a battle against global warming with a goal for Thailand to attain carbon neutrality by 2050. During his touching finale speech at the capstone of the expo, Thapana showered his gratitude upon the diverse individuals and organizations that played a critical role in the actualization of this impactful event. His optimism was infectious, stirring everyone present to imagine their role as tiny, yet necessary cogs in the intricate machinery striving towards a healthier, greener future. The concept of the expo, he clarified, was not…

Having stretched its technological wings and made its mark in the cosmos, the majestic THEOS-2, Thailand’s second earth observation satellite, gracefully ascended to the stars and settled into its new astral abode. This spectacular launch, a symbol of Thailand’s rapid advancement in space technology, was orchestrated at the world-renowned French Guiana Space Centre, an oasis of innovation nestled deep in South America. The brilliant minds of the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda) breathed a sigh of joy as the satellite flawlessly began its journey at the break of dawn Thai time, corresponding to the previous night in French Guiana. Thailand’s eager anticipation for this significant step in space exploration was palpable, encapsulating the country’s aspirations and solidifying its position in the global space community. The mission control room burst into a roar of applause exactly 55 minutes post-launch as THEOS-2 detached from the tenacious grasp of the VEGA…

A thrilling unraveling took place on the crystalline waters west of the tropical haven Phuket, in which the Thai navy seized three fishing vessels bearing the Indonesian flag. The paradigm shifted when forty crewmen were apprehended, definitively squashing their illicit fishing operations in Thai territorial waters. This decisive action was ensued on the idyllic Sunday, casting a ripple effect through the waves of the Thai waters. Introducing the beacon of justice, R/Adm Puchong Rodnikorn, the robust deputy commander of the 3rd Naval Area, unveils the measures taken to protect Thai territory. Upon receiving intelligence that a trio of fishing boats was operating in the designated waters west of Phuket, the navy dispatched the trusty HTMS Klaeng. The mission was intriguing, the sea teemed with palpable anticipation for the unfolding drama. On Sunday, embracing the vast solitude of the endless seas, the navy vessel triumphantly located the offending trawlers. Presenting a…