THE OPINION

Myanmar's December 2025 Poll: Why Thai Security Depends on the Result

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2025

Thailand's security, budget, and border safety are inextricably linked to Myanmar's December 28 poll; experts warn election may exacerbate ongoing conflict and crime

Why Thai Leaders Rarely Resign After Disasters: Lessons from Global Practices

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2025

Global leaders, from Naoto Kan to Victor Ponta, have resigned after disasters as a sign of accountability. In contrast, Thailand’s political system often shields leaders from such pressure, even in the face of major crises like the southern floods.

Another wake-up call: Hat Yai floods show Thailand is still unprepared for Climate Change

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2025

Recent severe flooding in Hat Yai highlights Thailand's ongoing struggle with climate change preparedness. Despite previous floods, extreme weather events continue to devastate the region.

Legal view: Can Thailand use force after latest landmine injury?

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2025

A legal analysis explores whether Thailand has the right under international law to use armed force against Cambodia after a seventh Thai soldier lost his leg to a landmine on Thai soil.

Unlocking Finance for SDG Localization in Thailand

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 08, 2025

Thailand becomes first in Asia to issue a sovereign-backed sustainability-linked bond, targeting CO₂ reduction and zero-emission vehicles by 2030.

South Africa’s G20 Summit 2025: The quest for a stable new world order amidst deepening global tensions

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 06, 2025

South Africa’s G20 Presidency takes place at a time when the world is facing a series of overlapping and mutually reinforcing crises.

Thai-Cambodian peace / The Trump peace

MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2025

The Thai–Cambodian peace accord marks the end of months of border conflict, with Trump’s intervention emerging as a decisive geopolitical factor.

‘Back from the brink’: Lessons in political resurrection from around the world

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2025

Once dominant forces, Thailand’s Democrats and Pheu Thai parties at a crossroads — if they can regain their popularity

As Thailand Positions Gaming as Growth Engine, Industry and Government Level Up Efforts to Foster Global Collaboration

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025

Bangkok is gearing up for Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show 2025, marking a game-changing partnership in Southeast Asia’s gaming industry.

Peace from the White House

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 09, 2025

US President Trump's offer to mediate Thailand-Cambodia peace sparks debate on military power and multilateral efforts in resolving the long-standing conflict.

MoU — a memorandum of problems!

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 05, 2025

Thailand’s planned referendum on the Thailand–Cambodia MoUs on land and maritime boundaries has sparked nationalist fervour, deepening political and public divides over foreign policy and national sovereignty.