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Japanese investors keen to invest in medical business in EEC
The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) has expressed satisfaction with the success of its roadshow in Osaka, Japan.The IEAT Governor, Somjin Piluek, said the IEAT had participated in the Medical Japan 2019 event to interest entrepreneurs and investors in the medical device industry in ...
Not enough water left for rice farmers in Northeast
A water shortage is threatening to soon strike several northeastern provinces. At risk are Roi Et, Maha Sarakham and Yasothon. Some parts of the Chi River in Yasothon are already running dry and the water level in the Maha Sarakham-based Wang Yang Dam is running low. ...
The Nation Reporter
Waste-to-energy plants 'an environmental hazard’
Academics have urged the authorities to slow down their large-scale waste-to-energy development policy, as it could severely harm the country’s environment and people’s health.The Interior and Energy ministries disclosed that the government is offering more subsidies to further boost investments in waste-to-energy power plants at ...
Pratch Rujivanarom
New cyberlaw ripe for abuse, activists warn
Rights organisations and activists have red-flagged the recently approved cybersecurity law and are urging candidates in the March 24 election to push for amendments to narrow its interpretation and guard against infringements on freedom of expression and freedom of privacy. While legislators insist that the ...
Asina Pornwasin
Consumerism in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia’s rapid urbanisation and increasing affluence has led to concerns about the growth of consumerism and its impact on sustainability. Consumerism is the constant purchasing of goods and services not termed as needs such as food, water, clothing and shelter and follows changing trends ...
UN for first time places day’s focus on threats to undersea ecosystem
The United Nations has identified over-fishing and islands of plastic pollution as the major threats not only to ocean biodiversity but also to the livelihoods of billions of people who rely on bountiful seas.The importance of marine biodiversity to the global economy and food security ...
Pratch Rujivanarom
Thailand preparing CPTPP application
Thailand will apply this month to join the new trans-Pacific free trade agreement, aiming to ensure it is not left behind by its competitors in the vibrant region, according to the country’s trade negotiations chief.“Thailand is working with the documents for applying to the CPTPP,” ...
Bangkok to host marine meetings
New political commitments to protect marine resources are expected to be announced in two key international marine meetings to be held in Bangkok next week, officials said Thursday. The first meeting will be the Special Asean Ministerial Meeting on Marine Debris on March 5 where ...
Apinya Wipatayotin
SPECIAL REPORT: EU-driven timber certification raises hopes for sustain forest management and forest dwellers' benefits.
With Potentially high benefits at stake, Thailand is moving toward allowing the harvesting of some tree species, which is currently banned unless special permission is obtained.Supporters say a legal amendment could help raise incomes and lead to sustainable livelihoods for forest dwellers, while also stimulating ...
Piyaporn Wongruang
NESDC keeping an eye on borrowing
The state planning unit is keeping a close watch on rising household debt after debt defaults on personal loans increased at a faster rate. The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) reported on Fridaythat household debt in the third quarter of 2018 was equal ...
Chatrudee Theparat
