At the heart of the discussion at the “Future Food System Synergies by Tastebud Lab” forum, one cohesive theme stood out – the crucial need for a regenerative food system. Born out of a collaboration between multiple organizations, the forum was staged at the esteemed Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. This critical discourse forms part of the larger global event, “Asean-Asset 2023: Global Summit on the Future of Future Food — Global Protein Integrity,” underscored the importance of a sustainable food supply. Tastebud Lab and Bio Buddy, steered at the helm by the visionary CEO and co-founder, Santi Abakaz, stirred an insightful dialogue about the future of food. Santi noted that our food industry was the most robust employment sector in the world, absorbing a significant 60-70% of the global workforce. However, a stark contrast surfaced in that this sector’s lowest rung workers also garnered the least remuneration compared to…
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As the sun set over a bustling trade fair in Bangkok one June day, invisible tensions hung heavy in the air. There was an undeniable sense that Thailand’s economy stood on a precipice. The local governmental bodies were being assertive – a drastic fall was imminent, they echoed, and a lifeline, a hearty stimulus package, was needed to rescue the situation from further downfall. At the heart of this discourse was a proposed 10,000-baht handout scheme, designed to bolster the struggling economy, but which was met with skepticism and critique. While the theoretical buoy was promised to pave the way for potential recovery, the question of legitimacy loomed large, was Thailand’s economy really drowning? In a candid conversation with the Bangkok Post, Prommin Lertsuriyadet, the right hand of the Prime Minister, voiced his apprehensions. Pointing out how the country lagged behind its regional counterparts in economic growth, with household debt…
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently stated that later this month, the government is set to unveil a fresh financial aid package. This progressive initiative will notably extend relief to various borrower categories including ex-students servicing their education loans, educators, and small to medium scale entrepreneurs. Furthermore, the aid package will also encompass those who are indebted to non-banking financial entities. This bold move comes hot on the heels of new guidelines drafted by the government’s special committee, dedicated to combating escalating debt issues. The new regulations set forth by the committee are optimally designed to alleviate the financial strain on ex-students grappling with their loan repayments. However, it doesn’t stop tailoring solutions merely for student loans. Their expansive umbrella also covers other significant debt issues plaguing different segments of society. These issues too will be directly addressed under the imminent debt relief package, as assured by the Premier. Lawaron Saengsanit,…
The global commemoration of World Diabetes Day on November 14, 2023 saw the Danish Embassy in Thailand joining forces with the Diabetes Association of Thailand, the Thai NCD Network, and Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand), organising an enlightening rendezvous centred on ‘Public-Private Partnership – The Bridge to Overcoming the Burdens of Diabetes and Obesity in Thailand’. This event sewed together a tapestry of stakeholders from the public and private sectors, blending with healthcare experts, fanning out information about diabetes, obesity, and NCDs. Its goals branched out to boosting the government and its associates in their collective endeavour to curtail diabetes prevalence and facilitate better access to medication and healthcare perks. Held inspondently, distinguished personalities such as Dr. Opart Karnkawinpong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, and Dr. Jadej Thammatacharee, Secretary General of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), graced the seminar. Housed within the Embassy of Denmark in Thailand,…
Pausing for a moment to capture their journey in a collective snapshot, 23 Thai men, members of a larger group of 41 stranded compatriots in Myanmar, underscore the human resolve to overcome adversity. Evacuated from the beleaguered Laukkaing to the sanctuary of Kengtung amidst military confrontations, these civilian survivors are eager for their impending repatriation to Thai soil. As reported by the 3rd Army Region’s Pha Muang Force, the group of thirty men and eleven women arrived in Kengtung late Wednesday night, after escaping the tumultuous northeastern region of Myanmar. Patiently they wait en route to the country they call home, braving the ordeal with undaunted spirit. The plan of action following their arrival in Kengtung, as of Thursday morning, involves carrying out all necessary legal formalities. Thereafter, they will be directed towards the Mak Yang border checkpoint in Tachilek, tucked away in Myanmar’s border town. Here, they are to…
If you’ve ever journeyed to the bustling streets of Bangkok, you may have been intrigued by the sight of iguanas adorning the city. Whether they were nestled within shopping centres or comfortably strutting in the wild, these reptiles set an exotic tone against the urban environment. However, their ballooning population is now causing serious concern for the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. In a direct response to the situation, the authorities are planning to impose a halt on iguana importation. According to Attapon Charoenchansa, the director-general of the department, iguanas have been witnessed increasingly in public attractions as well as their natural homelands. This unexpected population explosion is not just a spectacle but an issue that needs immediate attention. The free-ranging iguanas might seem a sight to behold, but the implications aren’t so glamorous. The risk of potential infections and illicit crossbreeding hangs over the situation, considering…
In recent times, the sedentary lifestyles that many of us lead have significantly contributed to increased rates of obesity and overweight issues in Thailand. These are notable factors that raise the risk of diabetes. For instance, a sevenfold increase in the risk of type 2 diabetes is associated with obesity, and the risk is tripled in overweight individuals. The grim reality is that adults between the ages of 30 and 69 bear the highest diabetes mortality rate in Thailand. Considering Thailand’s aging society—where, predictions suggest, the elderly population could touch approximately 14.4 million by 2025 and every fifth senior suffering from diabetes—it’s evident that effective healthcare strategies are needed now more than ever. A celebration titled ‘A Century of Danish Contribution to Sustainable Healthcare Globally and the Move Toward Sustainable Diabetes & Obesity Care in Thailand’ took place recently. During the event, H.E. Mr. Jon Thorgaard, the Danish Ambassador to…
The illustrious Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand, widely known as GIT, has joined forces with a cadre of other important organizations within Chanthaburi province – including the Chanthaburi Gem and Jewelry Traders Association, the local Provincial Administrative Organization, Chanthaburi Municipality, The Federation of Thai Industries, and the Chanthaburi Provincial Chamber of Commerce. This unified collaboration, along with a network of other related agencies within the province is eager to announce their readiness for the International Chanthaburi Gems and Jewelry Festival 2023 which is slated for December 7-11, 2023. The festival will fan out across several locations within the province including the Chanthaburi Gems and Jewelry Centre, the KP Jewelry Centre, and SriChan Road’s eminent Gems Market. The ultimate aim of this renowned event is to propel Chanthaburi province into the limelight as a global epicenter for the production and trading of gems and jewelry. Anticipating over 10,000 enthusiastic participants,…
Folks, bundle up! A brisk air mass is currently blanketing the upper reaches of Thailand and the South China Sea, gracing the northern and northeastern regions with frosty-morning indulgence. While in the central and eastern lands, sprinkles of rain are set to make the ground glisten, accompanied by the thrilling theatrics of thunderstorms. This same northeastern monsoon tirelessly churning over the Gulf of Thailand and the southern expanses may have lost a bit of its gusto, yet still threatens to spill over, delivering copious amounts of rain to the southern territories. Inhabitants residing in these regions should have their guards up against potential flash floods. It appears low-lying areas adjacent to gushing waters and lands prone to shuddering slides of land will be particularly susceptible. Those Spheres of our attention, let’s open the curtains to an aquarian opera! Billows of 1 to 2 metres are scheduled to make quite the…
When it comes to precarious roads, Thailand often springs to mind- holding a rather infamous ranking as the 9th globally for road traffic fatalities as per a survey conducted by the World Health Organization. Each day, road calamities paint an unfortunately familiar picture in our lives. One particular aspect that stands out in relation to road accidents in this South East Asian country is the high percentage of these road-related mishaps linked to motorcycles – a startling figure of over 80%. This alarming statistic is undoubtedly linked to the widespread use of motorcycles, making motorcycle safety a significant concern that different sectors have been grappling with for years now. Now, meet a game-changing technology that promises to respond to these gruesome statistics – the UltraFusion-X1. This bright beacon is a breakthrough smart helmet, the brainchild of Protomate, a homegrown Thai tech start-up. The UltraFusion-X1 is not just a helmet; it’s…