Wrong policies could lead to national crisis
The World Bank warns Thailand to better manage its spending policy in the face of a worsening euro debt crisis that could affect the world economy
Creativity starts with a better education system
Thailand is falling behind its neighbours when it comes to new ideas in the entertainment industry and more open-minded attitudes
Invest in teachers to make education more equitable
Our students deserve good schooling but authorities are more concerned about numbers in classrooms and spending on questionable facilities
Board must explain dismissal of Thai Airways president
The national carrier has fired its chief executive, but now it has to explain in proper detail to staff, shareholders and the public why he had to go
The sanctions game still has a role to play
Myanmar has done well so far in its reforms, but the world should still use some sanctions as a tool to ensure the process continues
Energy credit card fails to tackle the real issue
What taxi drivers and other low-income groups really need are some relief from the rising cost of living, not access to more credit
Govt has neglected commitments to world on South
Allowing the OIC visit was a positive step, but Bangkok continues to resist open discussion about the insurgency
Democracy means having to tolerate 'red villages'
Supporters of the government have the right to declare their communities as such, but they must respect the views of others, as they often proclaim
GCC consolidation is only to fight people's uprisings
Leaders in the Middle East are increasing their mutual cooperation as a survival tactic simply because they are afraid of losing power
National energy plan requires more thought
Thailand's economic development will see rising demand for power, but public understanding of supply options must be part of the equation





