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The Road Ahead - Thailand

20 June 2019

After a trip to Bangkok we are inspired to head north and traverse the tricky roads that link Chiang Mai to the backpacker haven of Pai. Along the way we meet festival organisers, chefs and other locals who tell us their…

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Close Thais

23 March 2017

In the fiercely competitive world of mall development, Thailand’s Siam Piwat is the gold standard. CEO Chadatip Chutrakul makes sure it stays that way with a team of visionaries.

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Rich in care

8 February 2020

Quality of life in Thailand has been enriched during the past 12 months. Cultural events have showcased Thailand’s talent as well as its deft handling of the pandemic. New hotels and electric ferries are ready to welcome…

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Open for trade

8 February 2020

Thailand’s leadership role in Asean came to the fore during the past 12 months, from producing vaccines to being the first to roll out 5G. Connectivity has been critical for businesses through the pandemic. But innovation…

Travel

Bangkok

Bangkok is not a city that’s off the beaten track. From backpackers to businessmen, this complicated and unconquered capital has attracted travellers for centuries. It’s a place of complexity, known as much for its polit…

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Far out east

23 March 2017

Island tea parties, Galliano galleons, stages made of rice, gong baths and very beautiful people: Wonderfruit is a festival like no other; a beacon of peace and calm where hedonism takes a backseat. Time to ditch the city…

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Grand central

15 March 2016

A family firm that has become one of Asian retail’s biggest hitters has equally strong ambitions abroad. With its portfolio of European department stores, Central Group is confounding critics and giving new life to historic…

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Forward thinking

19 March 2020

We meet Thailand’s new pro-democracy leader who is facing a ban from politics.

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Country to watch

8 February 2020

Thailand ushered in the new year with eco-friendly fireworks. Here are more events lighting up 2021.

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The time for Thailand

7 April 2021

As the business world prepares to get moving again, here are 10 things that you might have missed about Thailand during the past 12 months. From its sunny disposition to its trade and innovation, quality of life and sust…

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Brand Thailand

21 October 2016

The Royal Thai Government is ushering in a national creative revolution as part of Thailand’s 20-year economic strategy Thailand 4.0. Earlier this week the plan’s headline event kicked off in Bangkok. Creative Thailand,…

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Fresh beat

23 May 2013

J-pop and K-pop, step aside: Thailand’s indie scene is taking to the stage with a new wave of young bands doing their own thing – and doing it well. Monocle signed up for front-row tickets.

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Making an entrance: Onion

18 January 2016

Meet the architecture firms that put a premium on coming up with elegant solutions for interiors that reflect their owners’ personalities. Their work in Bangkok, Christchurch and Vienna imbues hotels, restaurants and bars…

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Bangkok call-in

17 June 2008

From putting expectant mothers in touch with midwives to finding you a snake-catcher, Bangkok’s ‘quality of life’ radio station RDCK provides a lifeline in a city where public services are haphazard at best.

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Wonderfruit: Thailand's blissed-out party

31 March 2017

Wonderfruit is a festival like no other; a beacon of peace and calm where hedonism takes a backseat. Time to ditch the city attitude, grab a yoga mat and watch the sun go down in the Thai countryside.

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Thailand comes to the table

8 March 2017

Bangkok is staking its claim to being Southeast Asia’s design capital, with 2017 already packed with events. The Thailand International Furniture Fair kicks off today in the capital, and aims to be the most important sho…