At A Glance

Central Pattana Plc (CPN) has joined with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, The Royal Thai Police, Advanced Info Services Plc, Chang International Co, Seiko (Thailand) Co, Singha Corporation Co, Master Card Thailand Co, Plan B Media Co, GMM Grammy Plc, The Ratchaprasong Square Trade Association (RSTA), Index Creative Village Plc and Thailand Colour Television Channel 3 to hold the AIS Bangkok and Thailand Countdown 2018.
The event is being staged under the concept of “Super Sonic Space”.
“Everyone there will experience a new space in the universe that never been known before,” the company said. “The event will feature spectacular light and sound technology on the stage, with the highlight shows inspired by the space concept, ensuring a lively atmosphere and creating new dimensions to make an even greater countdown event. 
“Over 140 famous artists will entertain and deliver happiness and ultimate fun to Thai and foreign tourists nationwide. AIS Bangkok Countdown 2018 @CentralWorld’ will be broadcast live on 3SD channel from 10.30pm and 3HD from 11.30pm, or select Multi View from the AIS PLAY application from 6.30pm on the night of December 31.
The 12 shopping centres that wills hold the New Year Countdown events are: CentralWorld, CentralPlaza WestGate, CentralPlaza Salaya, CentralFestival Chiangmai, CentralPlaza Udon Thani, CentralPlaza Ubon Ratchathani, CentralPlaza Nakhon Si Thammarat, CentralFestival Hatyai, CentralFestival Samui, CentralFestival Pattaya Beach, CentralPlaza Mahachai and CentralPlaza Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nattakit Tangpoonsinthana, executive vice president of marketing of CPN, said: “This year at our countdown event, we intend to offer ‘Micro Moments’ and tap into customers’ emotions more than ever, and get into our customers’ lifestyles.
“We will make an unforgettable event for the last six hours of 2017, create an amazing experience with a spectacular production, combining visuals and sound with a great performance of famous singers.
“One highlight will be the size of the stage at CentralWorld, which will run to 80 metres in length allow a greater performance in the concert. AIS will bring a special booth where visitors can enjoy taking photos on the theme of ‘Aunjai: The Next Generation’ and they can share and send happiness via social media and get special gift (limited edition) on December 31.”

UNIQLO RANKED THE TOP CLOTHING BRAND AROUND ASIA

This year, Uniqlo took out first place in the fashion category for three Asian markets in a survey of the region’s most-loved brands, conducted by market research company, YouGov, as part of its annual BrandIndex score. 
In the Philippines, Hong Kong and Singapore, the company was ranked top brand in the fashion category, while Uniqlo Malaysia took out second place in the category.
In addition to excellent results in the fashion category, the company was also recognised throughout the region as one of most loved brand brands across all categories. “In this general category, Uniqlo was ranked the third best brand in Hong Kong, also taking out sixth place in Singapore and seventh place in Thailand for the category. Such excellent rankings put Uniqlo ahead of well-known brands like H&M, Zara, adidas and Nike in these countries,” the company said.
“In the brand advocacy category, Uniqlo was awarded the top brand – local and global – in the Philippines, with Uniqlo Malaysia ranked sixth in this category.