Opinion: Why Ekachai Hongkangwan Is a Formidable Political Activist?
Anti-junta-cum-monarchy-reformist Ekachai Hongkangwan has emerged as one of the most persistent opponents to the conservative powers in Thailand over the years.
Opinion: Behold Our Unconscious Political Bias on Social Media
Most people, if not all, have unconscious bias when it comes to political ideology. In Thailand, you might be a royalist or anti-monarchist, pro-democracy or pro-military, the list goes on. The decline of mainstream mass media and rise of social media means we are all increasingly our own gate keeper.
Unite to Defend Press Freedom Before It’s Too Late
Less than 12 hours after the suspension order of Voice TV for seven days for alleged biased reporting and causing divisions in society came into effect, I ran into one of its reporters by chance.
Opinion: As Prayut Survives Censure Vote, Attention Should Shift to Key Policies and General...
As expected, Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha survived the no-confidence vote on Saturday.
Opinion: Reimagining A More Resilient UN System With Taiwan In It
By Jaushieh Joseph Wu
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China (Taiwan)
After more than 200 million infections and over 4 million deaths and counting, the...
Building a Resilient and Inclusive Global Health System Together—Taiwan Can Help
Dr. Shih-chung Chen
Minister of Health and Welfare
Republic of China (Taiwan)
The threat that emerging infectious diseases poses to global health and the economy, trade, and...
Another Party of One?
Some Thais feel hope in the yet-to-be-named political party by Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, but will it be more participatory or another billionaire beast of hierarchy?
Opinion: Defense Minister Suthin and Civilian Supremacy Over the Thai Military
New Defense Minister Suthin Klangsaeng from the ruling Pheu Thai Party has the unenviable job of reining in the armed forces – or keeping them happy.
Opinion: When Members of Pro-democracy Camp Support Violence
In a long drawn out struggle for a truly free, equal, and democratic society, sometimes we forget what we stand for and what are our cherished principles.
What The EU Must Do Now
WASHINGTON, DC – The United Kingdom’s Brexit vote is arguably the greatest disaster ever to hit the European Union. Now, the EU must act fast – not least by ending the post-referendum market turmoil – if it is to survive.
