Brace yourselves, as a series of temperature fluctuations ranging from 26 to 35 degrees Celsius have been forecasted. A stern warning was issued against the anticipated extreme weather conditions, which could potentially trigger flash floods in the precincts of foothills and overflow in numerous waterways in low-lying regions. A formidable monsoon trough is looming over the northern, upper central, and northeastern bits of Thailand. Concurrently, a low-pressure zone has encapsulated Myanmar, coupled with a moderate monsoon originating from the southwest, stretching across the expanse of both the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. These meteorological conditions are responsible for the changing weather patterns in the above-mentioned areas. Angular winds are sweeping across the upper Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand, which is making the waves oscillate between one and two meters. The tumultuous weather during thunderstorms is even making these waves tower over two meters in height.…
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Recognizing the significant value of “soft power” in promoting a nation globally, the previous government of Thailand had launched an innovative strategy called the “5Fs.” This initiative aimed at heightening Thailand’s international reputation, not just by bolstering tourism, but also by providing visitors with a more profound and rewarding experience. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) looks forward to utilizing this approach as a means to foster a more sustainable tourism model in the country. The “5Fs” strategy stays highly focused on digital promotions, unfolding a myriad array of promotional events that aim at initializing an exciting and fulfilling interaction with Thailand for global tourists. Such a comprehensive approach is projected to generate a remarkable revenue of 2.38 trillion baht from tourism sector alone within this calendar year, as per the targets set by TAT. In order to materialize the “soft power” tourism promotional programs, TAT has brought in various…
Recently, the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) released an insightful report, shedding light on Thailand’s digital content economy. Comprising sectors like gaming, animation, and character development, this output offers a three-year trend projection. With valuable inputs from the Digital Content Association of Thailand (DCAT), the Thai Animation and Computer Graphics Association (TACGA), Thai Game Software Industry Association (TGA), Bangkok ACM SIGGRAPH, and Atwise Consulting Co., Ltd., the report presents a thought-provoking industry panorama. In a recent roundtable discussion, representatives from diverse business associations within the digital content territory implored the government to speed up skills development among Thai digital content creators. They pointed out that broadening such an initiative could boost Thailand’s soft power, opening the floodgates of economic growth. These business gurus similarly discussed Thailand’s ambitious plans to emerge as a commanding force in the digital content industry, emphasizing the pivotal roles played by current lifestyles and digital technologies…
At the prestigious Mahidol University, an innovative team of researchers have developed an intriguing new form of plant-based protein for public consumption. Derived from the esteemed Hom Mali rice of Thailand, the protein has been artfully crafted into an easily consumable foam formulation, specifically tailored for the nutrition of the elderly populace. Taking the lead on this project is Assistant Director of the Institute of Nutrition, Warangkana Srichamnong, who elaborated on the product’s simplicity of use – “Just squeeze a bit of the foam onto a spoon and enjoy.” This groundbreaking initiative has been mutually financed by the Agricultural Research Development Agency and Ubonthaworn Agricultural Produce Limited Partnership. The protein foam leverages broken rice, a byproduct of the milling process, as its key ingredient. In a recent study involving 30 elderly individuals living in a care facility, the protein foam product garnered a spectacular 87% approval rating. Warangkana foresees more…
The landscape of cannabis legislation is set to be re-evaluated, as a new committee dedicated to analysing a bill to manage the plant has been announced by Cholnan Srikaew, the newly appointed Public Health Minister. The key mission as he adamantly stated, is to limit cannabis usage within the confines of health and medicinal purposes, hence forbidding any recreational usage. The cannabis and hemp bill was put forward by the Bhumjaithai Party and had successfully navigated its first parliamentary reading in June last year. This bill is now the focus of Cholnan’s committee, established to meticulously evaluate its aspects, proposing necessary amendments if needed. Upon completion of their study, the committee’s findings will be submitted to the cabinet who will then deliberate on the future course of action: to proceed with the current draft bill or to cast it aside and introduce a fresh one. Through this, Cholnan plans to…
With an intent to streamline flight operations in the name of safety and fuel economy, Bangkok Airways, a leading airline based out of Thailand, is contemplating introducing a revolutionary practice followed by several international airlines. This practice of weighing passengers before they assume their seats on the flight has been devised in an attempt to standardize passenger weight for more efficient load calculation. This trend was initiated by major global airlines such as Korean Air and Air New Zealand on September 16. The primary motive behind this move is to accurately calculate standard passenger weight and present the aviation industry with average figures that help in the precise calculation of aircraft weight distribution. This, in return, assists in cutting down on fuel consumption, impacting the environment positively. Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited is now endeavoring to become another member of this innovative weight-watching club. By doing so, it hopes to…
During a recent get-together, Thailand and Laos proposed plans to stimulate tourism by forging tourism routes and hastening the construction of the second Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge in Pak Chom district, Loei province. This strategic move is anticipated to fortify the bond between the two culturally rich nations and invite a higher influx of global tourists. In the noteworthy 20th Thai-Lao border security meeting held in S Vangvieng Boutique Hotel, Loei’s provincial governor, Mr. Tawee Sermpakdeekul, took the lead. He was accompanied by deputy governor Narong Jeenam, head of the 28th military circle Maj Gen Prich Sukantasri and other prominent officials. The Laotian side was represented by Khamphan Sithidampha, governor of Laos’ Vientiane province. The central themes of the discussions were related to tourism promotion, cultural exchange, and enhancement of economic, social and security cooperation. Among the significant strategies evaluated was the elevation of Laos’ Muen border town in Vientiane. This…
In a bid to reverse a falling birth rate, Thailand’s Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew has announced plans to make fertility a priority on the national agenda. The decision came after a meeting with the ministry’s executive officials on Friday, wherein Dr. Cholnan outlined ‘birth promotion’ as a significant quick win policy that should take effect within the next 100 days. Dr. Cholnan indicated that the ideal birth rate should stand at 2.1 births per 100,000 population, a stark contrast to the current 1.5 births per 100,000. This means that annually, Thailand should ideally welcome around 2 million new babies, yet the figures reveal that only about 500,000 babies grace the nation every year. This dwindling fertility rate could have potentially grave consequences, including a sharp reduction in the number of eligible adults who are currently in their prime working years. On forecasts based on these numbers, 20% of the…
In the spirit of fortifying international relationships and maximizing tourism potential, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Thailand has revealed his plans for an instrumental visit to China from Oct 8-10. During this visit, he will converse with his Chinese counterpart on myriad topics, ranging from the rekindling of Thailand-Chinese relations, tourism cooperation, to discussing the Thai-Chinese memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding pandas lent to Thailand by a Chinese ambassador. The revelations surfaced when PM Srettha was in Chiang Mai this past Saturday during which he avowed that the Thai-Chinese relationship would be a paramount subject during his impending visit to China. To endorse this collaboration, a government spokesperson, Mr. Chai Wacharonke, mentioned that discussions around tourism cooperation are also likely to grace the agenda. He further clarified that the Thai government impartially regards the US and China as significant trade partners. On a similar note, the PM will have an…
The process of enabling universal healthcare (UC) program members to avail health services from any hospital is all set for launch, says Cholnan Srikaew, the Public Health Minister. This plan is tailored to amplify the delivery of health services, permitting UC members to seek health services at any hospital they are eligible for. The implementation is projected to initiate within selected health zones competent for such an operation. A health zone is a conglomerate of provinces sprawled across 13 total zones, one of them being the capital city, Bangkok. The scheme, termed by Dr. Cholnan Srikaew as a “quick win”, is intended to cause transformation within 100 days of the government’s establishment. Dr. Cholnan, who also helms the Pheu Thai Party, affirmed that the scheme would roll out in two or three health zones under the deliberation of the health permanent secretary. This will act as a precursor to an…