Ladies and gentlemen, start your entrepreneurial engines, for the Thai digital landscape is about to get a massive adrenaline shot, courtesy of the Depa Digital Startup Fund! That’s right, the delightful news delivered by none other than the esteemed Government spokesman, Chai Wacharonke, has set the startup scene abuzz. A treasure chest—nay, a digital cornucopia—has been flung wide open, promising up to 1 million baht for 15 early-stage startup projects that are ready to revolutionize state services, healthcare, tourism, agriculture, education, you name it! The “D-startup” project is like a guardian angel for burgeoning businesses, and it’s looking to sprinkle some of that magical startup dust across the realms of services, finance, and smart cities. If you’ve been brewing a brilliant idea and your company is younger than a three-year-old toddler, Chai welcomes you to throw your hat in the ring! And how, you may ask, does one embark on…
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Ladies and gentlemen, fasten your seatbelts and grab your passports! We’re about to embark on a riveting voyage through a blend of diplomacy, gastronomy, innovation, and art right alongside Dr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the esteemed President of Germany, as he embarks on a pivotal state visit to the land of smiles – Thailand. This isn’t just any visit; it’s a historic occasion, marking the first state visit by a German president since Johannes Rau’s memorable journey back in the warm summer of June 2002. Dr. Steinmeier, with the duties of the office upon his shoulders since March 2017, isn’t traveling solo; oh no! Alongside him is his charming partner, Elke Budenbender. Together, this power couple is all set to dive deep into the rich tapestry of Thai-German relations. A birdie by the name of Chai Wacharonke – the spokesperson who knows all – whispered on a serene Saturday that the Thai…
Ah, the high-stakes drama of political chess! As the sun perched high on Saturday’s sky, party director Narong Rungtanawong unveiled a curious twist in the tapestry of Thai politics. The ever-dedicated Takorn, with the heavy heart of a steadfast statesman, chose to uphold the noblest tradition of accountability. Yes, loyalists, Takorn will maintain his iron grip on his MP seat and will remain within the party ranks, yet, has laid down his mantle as secretary-general. Picture the scene: the sacred halls of Thai Sang Thai, where leader Sudarat Keyuraphan received Takorn’s thoughtfully penned resignation. The clock barely struck past noon when she held the document, a silent witness to a dramatic unfolding. Takorn’s words were not just ink on paper; they were a reflection, a chronicle of a recent tempest where three party MPs dared to tread the path less taken by voting ‘aye’ on the budget bill, defying the…
Imagine the flurry and furor of a three-day parliamentary tango, where the rhythmic beats of debate rise and fall until a crescendo of votes echoes through the chamber. The outcome? A landslide of 311 to 177 votes, with the echo of four members’ abstentions still lingering in the air as the bill passes through the House of Representatives. Let’s peel back the curtain on the budget review committee, a veritable Who’s Who of political prowess. Seventy-two members strong, this assembly is a mosaic of Cabinet titans, opposition stalwarts, and coalition leaders. Picture a scene where 18 Cabinet members rub shoulders with the keen minds from Move Forward, Pheu Thai Party, Bhumjaithai, Palang Pracharath, United Thai Nation, Democrat, and assorted smaller parties, each bringing zest and zeal to the discussion table. A constellation of distinguished figures fills the committee seats: Kittiratt Na-Ranong, with wisdom penned by his tenure as former finance…
Imagine a thrilling journey through the skies, gliding over lush verdant landscapes with the wind as your companion. This is the dream that the charismatic Deputy PM Phumtham Wechayachai brought to the residents of the Northeast province during his capturing visit over the weekend. The industrious Deputy, who also shepherds the Commerce portfolio, had a bustling schedule mapped out, primarily to unravel the complexities of a topic that’s been the talk of the town – the proposed cable car system for the pride of the province, Phu Kradueng National Park. Speaking of locals, Phu Kradueng district chief Phuriwat Chotnopparat couldn’t contain his enthusiasm. “I am absolutely convinced that every single resident here shares the vision of a cable car embellishing our beloved park,” he beamed optimistically. “It’s not just about modernizing; it’s about enlivening the tourism that spans our horizon. We’re looking at a beloved natural wonder that bought us…
Welcome to a weather tale of juxtaposition, where Thailand’s generous skies master the art of surprise! As we welcome the season’s transitions, the upper contours of majestic Thailand are poised to embrace a gentle warm embrace by 1-3 degrees Celsius. Down south, however, Mother Nature orchestrates a different symphony—showers aplenty, as the skies prepare to unleash a torrential ballet of rain. Imagine waking up on a serene Sunday in the diverse landscapes of Thailand, where each region dons its own climatic costume. There’s a whispered buzz about a high-pressure guest, a moderate cool air mass, making its grand presence felt over the upper northeastern reaches and the South China Sea’s vast expanse. Meanwhile, the upper northern territories find themselves under the spell of capricious western winds. Our tale continues as the upper northeastern realm of Thailand finds itself lost in an enchanting cool to cold morning kiss. But this cooling…
Picture this: a canvas of endless blue, home to a myriad of sea creatures, big and small. But among the ocean’s vast array of life exists a creature so rare that even the most seasoned marine specialists might go their whole careers without ever catching a glimpse. This isn’t a legend or a myth; this is the elusive white Omura’s whale, a majestic being whose appearance is as mysterious as it is awe-inspiring. Now, imagine the sheer excitement that gripped Assistant Professor Thon Thamrongnawasawat from Kasetsart University’s Department of Marine Science, when he revealed a fact so spectacular it could rewrite the marine biology playbook: the chances of spotting this celestial-like mammal are an astonishing one in over 10 million! So extraordinary is this discovery that it has ignited a fervent quest spearheaded by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation alongside the Department of Marine and Coastal…
Picture this: an aromatic symphony of spices, a whirlwind of vibrant flavors tantalizing your taste buds – that’s the magic of Thai cuisine! And now, Thailand’s culinary maestros are on a culinary crusade: to take the truly authentic Thai taste to every corner of the globe. Enter the Thai SELECT badge – it’s not just a symbol, it’s a seal of gastronomic authenticity and a beacon that guides food aficionados to an authentic Thai culinary experience. In a delightful twist of palate-pleasing diplomacy, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s government has whipped up a delicious strategy to sprinkle Thailand’s charm onto the world stage. The secret ingredient? Food – because, frankly, who doesn’t love an exquisitely crafted Thai dish? Taking pride of place on the global table, Thai cuisine has been a darling of international taste tests, with CNN Travel placing it grandly at number eight. The icing on the cake comes…
Welcome to a pink paradise where nature’s own confetti falls from the heavens, drenching the earth in a blanket of blushing blossoms. Ah, the wild Himalayan cherry trees – these aren’t your typical backyard cherries, oh no. We’re talking about botanical ballet dancers, elegantly perched within the nurturing embrace of the Lady’s Slipper Orchid Conservation Centre, in the verdant haven that is Doi Inthanon Park. Enchanting visitors with a flurry of pink, park officials have proudly announced that a sweeping 80 percent of these floral beauties have adorned their branches with flowers. It’s a spectacular show, and you, my friend, are invited to the front row. Just imagine, the air lightly scented with the sweet whisper of blossoms, each step you take is a dance with petals raining touch as light as a lover’s gaze. Where does this botanical ballet unfold, you ask? Along the serene edges of a reservoir,…
Whispers from the corridors of power indicate that the storied Office of the Council of State is holding its cards close to its chest regarding the dissemination of its highly sought-after legal opinions. There exists a tantalizing agreement, one where the government has been bestowed the exclusive privilege to unveil the legal wisdom imparted by the advisory council. It’s an open secret that the Council’s musings, while not etched in stone as legal mandates, tend to dance in the government’s playbook, inspiring action with the gentle nudge of respectful consideration. The Council’s recent rumination was no exception, as it injected a dose of legal pragmatism into the mix. The bubbling cauldron that is the national economy has set the scene for a clash of ideologies. The government, seized by a sense of urgency, has been toying with a hefty 500 billion baht loan bill to quench the economy’s thirst. Yet…