“I’m interested in the ‘in-between’ space because it embodies the the liminality of cinema and art,” said Mary Pansanga, curator of the seventh edition of the Bangkok Experimental Film Festival (BEFF) which took place at One Bangkok Forum from January 25th to February 2nd, 2025. “I want to expand the perception and notion of moving […]

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The prestigious 2024 Prince Mahidol Award was conferred on two distinguished scholars in the fields of medicine and public health in a grand ceremony held at the Chakri Throne Hall of the Grand Palace in Bangkok on January 30. Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, representing His Majesty the King of Thailand, presided over […]

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra led Thailand’s delegation at the 55th Annual World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, from January 20th to 24th, 2025. The forum’s theme is “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.” There, she reaffirmed Thailand’s commitment to sustainable growth, championed the country’s economic potential, and seized opportunities to invite investment and collaboration from […]

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, accompanied by Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa and the Ministers of Finance, Digital Economy, Commerce, and Agriculture, as well as key senior officials, reaffirmed Thailand’s readiness to serve as a key partner for private sector investments, meeting with several leaders of multinational corporations. During the meetings, the premier emphasized Thailand’s strategic location, […]

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Thailand’s government has announced plans to implement a carbon tax within 2025, joining Singapore as the second ASEAN nation to do so. The tax, set at THB200 (US$5.88) per metric tonne of carbon emissions, aims to encourage sustainable practices and address climate change challenges. Excise Department Director-General Dr. Kulaya Tantitemit outlined that the carbon tax […]

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As Thailand welcomes the implementation of the Marriage Equality Act, it marks a significant milestone for LGBTQ+ rights, establishing the nation as a leader in Asia for gender equality and inclusiveness. Effective from January 23, 2025, this landmark legislation allows same-sex couples to marry and provides them the same legal rights as heterosexual couples, a […]

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In an event held on January 20th, 2025, Thai mountaineer Vitidnan Rojanapanich shared insights from his unprecedented climb of Nepal’s Mount Yasa Thak. In December 2024, Vitidnan became the first foreigner to reach the summit of the 6,141-meter peak, a feat recognized by the Nepal Tourism Board. He shared his experiences and the profound motivations […]

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