In the quest to cultivate awareness and encourage actions towards sustainable development, ThaiBev’s Chief Executive Officer, Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdit, has remarked on the triumph of this mission. At the event’s final ceremony on Sunday, Thapana spoke about the promising increase of participants at this year’s gathering, seeing it as a clear sign of ever-growing acknowledgment of sustainability matters, especially amongst upcoming generations. The convention, expertly orchestrated by ThaiBev, saw its commencement on September 29 at the prestigious Queen Sirikit Convention Centre, located in Bangkok’s bustling business district. Packed from corner to corner, it displayed a bountiful array of activities, exhibits, and engaging discussions centralised around the compelling theme of sustainability. Beaming with gratitude, Thapana expressed his thanks towards all collaborating partners for their immense contributions, which undeniably led to the massive success of this event. But he was not just filled with gratitude; Thapana also shared his ambitious dream of elevating…
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In a recent announcement, Chanin Rungthanakiat, the deputy secretary-general to the Prime Minister, noted that Thailand’s economic resurgence was trailing compared to other nations in the Southeast Asian region. Serving a dual role, Chanin also voices his opinions as the deputy spokesperson for Pheu Thai. He firmly believes that his strategies have the potential to impressively push the nation towards the government’s set objective of witnessing a 5% economic growth during the current administrative tenure. The deputy secretary-general believes that providing a specific handout to citizens could significantly escalate their buying power, fundamentally diminishing their living expenditure. Not only can this approach lower the cost of living, but it can also serve as an incentive to drive further investment intended to maintain an increased rate of consumption. The Thai government is intent on drastically enhancing the economy to bring the nation out of what Chanin refers to as a ‘coma’.…
In the midst of the current Israeli situation, statements from the Thai Government about the safety of its citizens abroad are eagerly anticipated. Phumtham Wechayachai has been acting as the speaking authority on this matter, as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is engaged in pressing international affairs. While waiting for clarity from the Israeli administration, he has directed the Foreign Affairs Ministry to liaise with nearby nations to ensure safe evacuation of Thai citizens. The governmental update was provided by Phumtham at a conference held by the government’s critical response unit. This meeting was organized in response to the sudden military aggression seen in Israel on Saturday, when Hamas militants launched thousands of rockets and dispatched numerous fighters into Israeli territories bordering the Gaza Strip. Post-attack, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a proclamation declaring Israel to be in a state of conflict with Hamas. In this scenario, we received gruesome updates…
Relishing in the rich history of almost half a century of diplomacy with Thailand, Mongolia marked a landmark occasion. Nestled in the heart of Phuket, on the bustling Soi Bangla in the Patong district, Mongolia raised the curtains of its honorary consulate. Placed strategically at the Gig Hotel, the new office’s inauguration was timed perfectly to coincide with the 49th anniversary of solid bilateral ties between Mongolia and Thailand. This event of international significance was graced by the presence of luminaries such as Tumur Amarsanaa, ambassador of Mongolia to Thailand, Nutthaphong Phathakiatpaisan, the Honorary Consul of Mongolia, and Phuket’s governor, Sophon Suwannarat. The consulate, manned by expert staff, is all geared up to extend services to Mongolian tourists in Phuket and its neighbouring provinces, announced the ambassador. Nutthaphong, who officially took over the reins as Mongolia’s Honorary Consul for Phuket on August 28th, highlighted the shared goal that strengthens the…
Marking a progressive step towards ensuring public safety, Police Lieutenant General Jiraphop Phuridej launched an operation aimed at eradicating illegal firearms distribution throughout the length and breadth of Thailand. Collaborating with an elite task force of over 800 officers, named “Hanuman”, from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), this crackdown came on the heels of a sharp spike in the online trading of weapons ranging from illegal firearms to homemade guns, not excluding the modified versions and blank guns. This commendable initiative, which covers a total of 114 identified targets in 47 provinces, focusses primarily on the arrest and subsequent prosecution of anyone found guilty of illegal possession, use, or sale of such unlawful weapons. Every CIB division, as Jiraphop stated, has been instructed to mobilise its forces with an aim to systematically dismantle the criminal activities prevalent. A special emphasis is being placed on apprehending those involved in the illicit…
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…