Phuket is Asia’s Marine Hub and to become Monaco of Asia.
The organizers of the Phuket International Boat Show together with the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TECB) today announced plans for the 2010 event to be held 7-10 January in Phuket at Royal Phuket Marina.
Now in its seventh year, the Phuket International Boat Show continues to grow and expand, promoting marine tourism and attracting more international exhibitors and visitors each year.
Launched in 2003 at a time of rapid growth in marine tourism in the region, the Phuket International Boat Show now leads the way in promoting Phuket’s marine facilities to the world. Through business-generated by exhibitors, the Phuket International Boat Show contributes over 7 Billion Baht to Phuket’s marine tourism industry each year.
Phuket has five operational marinas, over 1,000 ‘resident’ yachts, and attracts approximately 300 international yachts and over 30 superyachts each year. Combine some of the most modern marina facilities in Asia and the growth in multi-million dollar properties on the Island, and it’s clear to see that Phuket has become the Asian playground for the wealthy and cements Phuket’s reputation as the Monaco of Asia.
The Phuket International Boat Show is a key contributor driving the growth of Phuket’s marine tourism by approximately 10% year-on-year. The Phuket International Boat Show is the biggest marine show in the region and has a proven track record with sales successes and strong visitor numbers for seven consecutive years.
Mr. Andrew Dowden, General Manager of Informa Yacht Group, the organizer of Phuket International Boat Show said that the show is the biggest international boat show in terms of the on-water display and that despite the global economic downturn, the show continues its popularity with confirmation of many new brand yachts exhibiting, increased international exhibitor presence and two superyachts attending from Europe - a 32 metre Mangusta and a 26 metre Pershing.
”Marine tourism in Asia continues to grow with many international marine businesses now looking to expand into Asia. Phuket is ideally located geographically, has good support structure and many modern marina facilities, which will combine to make Phuket the Marine Hub of Asia,” Mr. Dowden said.
“Phuket is perfectly geared to the needs of the yachting industry and tourists alike, and offers an unmatched diversity of leisure opportunities to suit everyone. With pristine natural beauty and two
brand new marinas, Phuket is ideally positioned as a hub for regional marine events such as Phuket International Boat Show 2010,” said Supawan Teerarat, Exhibition Director, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau. “TCEB is proud to be able to lend our support and backing to this premier regional
marine and lifestyle content and we are confident that this will fortify and enable Phuket to host large-scale events in the future.”
The 2010 show is expected to attract over 90 local and international exhibitors and over 5,000 visitors and international High Net Worth Individuals.The show’s exhibitors include a large variety of marine tourism products and services as well as yacht brokers, luxury watch makers, luxury real estate and other lifestyle products, from Phuket, Thailand and around the world.
The Phuket International Boat Show is an example of a successful international event hosted in Thailand that contributes to and helps to drive Thailand’s MICE industry. “This year, Thailand’s MICE industry is expected to attract half a million business visitors, with projected revenues of approximately THB 41 billion, and in 2010 we expect the sector to grow by up to 15%, demonstrating the buoyant long-term prospects,” said Supawan.
An exciting new development in 2010 for the Phuket International Boat Show is a series of seminars on maritime safety. Organized by the Human Development Forum Foundation, a number of international speakers will chair discussions on various aspects of maritime security issues.
A Bangkok Preview of the Phuket International Boat Show will be held 6 – 8 November 2009 at the Pan Pacific Hotel in the White Room. This will include a select number of exhibitors and give Bangkok residents a small taster of what will be on offer at the Phuket International Boat Show in January next year. The Bangkok Preview is open to the public and entry is free.
The Phuket International Boat Show is supported by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau with support and enthusiasm from the Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Sports Authority of Thailand. Co-Sponsors include the Tourism Authority of Thailand and Horus Watches, with Pan Pacific Hotel as Official Supplier. Media Partners include 91.5FM, Asia Pacific Boating, Asia Spa, China Boating, Director, International Herald Tribune, Jet Asia Pacific, Luxury Properties, Millionaire Asia, Newspaper Direct, Phuket Gazette, Prestige Thailand and The Nation.
The Phuket International Boat Show will be held January 7-10, 2010 at Royal Phuket Marina.
For more information, visit www.phuketboatshow.com.
Notes to editor
About Phuket International Boat Show
The inaugural PIMEX took place in December 2003. Phuket, with its rapidly expanding marine industry and a healthy property market was already established as one of the world’s prime leisure destinations and a favourite with those seeking to relocate to a better lifestyle. Shortly after this first show the import duty on boats was reduced to zero as the government quickly realised the potential of this high end sustainable tourism.
The show will display on 2,500 square metres of air-conditioned exhibition space and around 45 on-water displays in a “working” marine environment. There are over 2,000 trade visitors and 2,000 members of the public – all the main players from the marine industry, property and lifestyle industry to exhibit at the show each year.
About Informa Yacht Group
Informa Yacht Group a leading events organizer recently acquired PIMEX from Andaman Marine Consultants and has appointed AMC as the management company for the show. Informa also own The Monaco Yacht Show, The Superyacht Cup in Palma and in Antigua, Abu Dhabi Yacht Show, and the World Yacht Racing Forum. Its parent company, Informa PLC, also organizes over 10,000 exhibitions and conferences worldwide through its subsidiary IIR Exhibitions.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
The dashing life of Prince Chula Chakrabongse
The exhibition "The Centenary of Prince Chula Chakrabongse" opens today at 10.30am at Chakrabongs House in Ta Tien on Maharaj Road, Bangkok.
Prince Chula Chakrabongse, born 100 years ago this year, the only son of HRH Prince Chakrabongse Bhuvanath and his Russian wife, Mom Katherine Desnitsky. After a happy childihood in Paruskavan Palace, adored by his parents and his doting grandomother, Queen Saowapha Phongsri, the 11-year-old prince's world fell apart: his parents divorced, then his mother left for China in 1919, his grandmother died in May of the same year follwed by his father in June 1920. His much-loved guardian and uncle, King Rama VI then sent him away to school in England, English.
These events and his later successful career as manager of the White Mouse racing team(with Prince Bira as driver) are recorded in Prince Chula's seminal work "Born in Paruskavan Palace" (In Thai) still in print after 12 editions. Four years before his untimely death in 1963, he published "Lords of Life-A History of the Chakri Dynasty". which was included in the list of "One Hundred Books All Thais Should Read"
Now for the first time, Chakrabongse House his beautiful Bangkok home on the banks of the Chao Phya, is open to the public for a limited period. Visitors will also get to see a documentary by his grandson. Dominic Phuwasawat Chakrabongse, which includes rare footage of Prince Chula's pre-war motor-racing days.
Entry is Bt500, which gets you a copy of the 120-page memoir of the prince(in Thai) together with a copy of the film. All proceeds from the sale o fthe book will go to the charity set up by Prince Chula wich grants scholarships to needy university students.
Prince Chula Chakrabongse, born 100 years ago this year, the only son of HRH Prince Chakrabongse Bhuvanath and his Russian wife, Mom Katherine Desnitsky. After a happy childihood in Paruskavan Palace, adored by his parents and his doting grandomother, Queen Saowapha Phongsri, the 11-year-old prince's world fell apart: his parents divorced, then his mother left for China in 1919, his grandmother died in May of the same year follwed by his father in June 1920. His much-loved guardian and uncle, King Rama VI then sent him away to school in England, English.
These events and his later successful career as manager of the White Mouse racing team(with Prince Bira as driver) are recorded in Prince Chula's seminal work "Born in Paruskavan Palace" (In Thai) still in print after 12 editions. Four years before his untimely death in 1963, he published "Lords of Life-A History of the Chakri Dynasty". which was included in the list of "One Hundred Books All Thais Should Read"
Now for the first time, Chakrabongse House his beautiful Bangkok home on the banks of the Chao Phya, is open to the public for a limited period. Visitors will also get to see a documentary by his grandson. Dominic Phuwasawat Chakrabongse, which includes rare footage of Prince Chula's pre-war motor-racing days.
Entry is Bt500, which gets you a copy of the 120-page memoir of the prince(in Thai) together with a copy of the film. All proceeds from the sale o fthe book will go to the charity set up by Prince Chula wich grants scholarships to needy university students.
Magnificent seven
In the most important, most revered event since the invention of the brontosaurus trap,Microsoft shipped the most incredibly fabulous operating system ever made; the release of Windows 7 also spurred a new generation of personal computers of all sizes at prices well below last month's offers.The top reason Windows 7 does not suck: There is no registered website called Windows7Sucks.com
Kindle e-book reader maker Amazon.com and new Nook e-book reader vendor Barnes and Noble got it on; B&N got great reviews for the "Kindle killer"Nook, with dual screens and touch controls so you can "turn" pages, plays MP3s and allows many non-B&N book formats, although not the Kindle one;Amazon then killed the US version of its Kindle in favour of the international one, reduced its price to $260(8,700 baht), same as the Nook; it's not yet clear what you can get in Thailand with a Nook, but you sure can't (yet) get much, relatively speaking, with a Kindle;but here's the biggest difference so far,which Amazon.com has ignored: the Nook lets you lend e-books to any other Nook owner, just as if they were paper books; the borrowed books expire on the borrower's Nook in two weeks.
Phone maker Nokia of Finland announced it is suing iPhone maker Apple of America for being a copycat; lawyers said they figure Nokia can get at least one, probably two per cent (retail) for every iPhone sold by Steve "President for Life" Jobs and crew via the lawsuit,which sure beats working for it -$6 (200 baht) to $12(400 baht) on 30 million phones sold so far, works out to $400 million or 25 percent of the whole Apple empire profits during the last quarter;there were 10 patent thefts, the Finnish executives said, on everything from moving data to security and encryption.
Nokia of Finland announced that it is one month behind on shipping its new flagship N900 phone, the first to run on Linux software; delay of the $750(25,000 baht) phone had absolutely no part in making Nokia so short that it had to sue Apple, slap yourself for such a thought.
Tim Berners-Lee, who created the World Wide Web, said he had one regret:the double slash that follows the "http:"in standard web addresses; he estimated that 14.2 gazillion users have wasted 48.72 bazillion hours typing those two keystrokes, and he's sorry; of course there's no reason to ever type that, since your browser does it for you when you type "www.bangkokpost.com" but Tim needs to admit he made one error in his lifetime.
The International Telecommunication Union of the United Nations, which doesn't sell any phones or services, announced that there should be a mobile phone charger that will work with any phone; now who would ever have thought of that, without a UN body to wind up a major study on the subject?;the GSM Association estimates that 51,000 tonnes of chargers are made each year in order to keep companies able to have their own unique ones.
The Well, Doh Award of the Week was presented at arm's length to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development; the group's deputy secretary-general Petko Draganov said that developing countries will miss some of the stuff available on the Internet if they don't install more broadband infrastructure; a report that used your tax baht to compile said that quite a few people use mobile phones but companies are more likely to invest in countries with excellent broadband connections; no one ever had thought of this before, right?
Sun Microsystems , as a result of the Oracle takeover, said it will allow 3,000 current workers never to bother coming to work again; Sun referred to the losses as "jobs," not people; now the fourth largest server maker in the world, Sun said it lost $2.2 billion in its last fiscal year; European regulators are holding up approval of the Oracle purchase in the hope of getting some money in exchange for not involving Oracle in court cases.
The multi-gazillionaire and very annoying investor Carl Icahn resigned from the board at Yahoo ; he spun it as a vote of confidence, saying current directors are taking the formerly threatened company seriously; Yahoo reported increased profits but smaller revenues in the third quarter.
The US House of Representatives voted to censure Vietnam for jailing bloggers; the non-binding resolution sponsored by southern California congresswoman Loretta Sanchez said the Internet is "a crucial tool for the citizens of Vietnam to be able to exercise their freedom of expression and association;"Hanoi has recently jailed at least nine activists for up to six years apiece for holding pro-democracy banners. Iran jailed blogger Hossein "Hoder" Derakshan for 10 months - in solitary confinement.
Kindle e-book reader maker Amazon.com and new Nook e-book reader vendor Barnes and Noble got it on; B&N got great reviews for the "Kindle killer"Nook, with dual screens and touch controls so you can "turn" pages, plays MP3s and allows many non-B&N book formats, although not the Kindle one;Amazon then killed the US version of its Kindle in favour of the international one, reduced its price to $260(8,700 baht), same as the Nook; it's not yet clear what you can get in Thailand with a Nook, but you sure can't (yet) get much, relatively speaking, with a Kindle;but here's the biggest difference so far,which Amazon.com has ignored: the Nook lets you lend e-books to any other Nook owner, just as if they were paper books; the borrowed books expire on the borrower's Nook in two weeks.
Phone maker Nokia of Finland announced it is suing iPhone maker Apple of America for being a copycat; lawyers said they figure Nokia can get at least one, probably two per cent (retail) for every iPhone sold by Steve "President for Life" Jobs and crew via the lawsuit,which sure beats working for it -$6 (200 baht) to $12(400 baht) on 30 million phones sold so far, works out to $400 million or 25 percent of the whole Apple empire profits during the last quarter;there were 10 patent thefts, the Finnish executives said, on everything from moving data to security and encryption.
Nokia of Finland announced that it is one month behind on shipping its new flagship N900 phone, the first to run on Linux software; delay of the $750(25,000 baht) phone had absolutely no part in making Nokia so short that it had to sue Apple, slap yourself for such a thought.
Tim Berners-Lee, who created the World Wide Web, said he had one regret:the double slash that follows the "http:"in standard web addresses; he estimated that 14.2 gazillion users have wasted 48.72 bazillion hours typing those two keystrokes, and he's sorry; of course there's no reason to ever type that, since your browser does it for you when you type "www.bangkokpost.com" but Tim needs to admit he made one error in his lifetime.
The International Telecommunication Union of the United Nations, which doesn't sell any phones or services, announced that there should be a mobile phone charger that will work with any phone; now who would ever have thought of that, without a UN body to wind up a major study on the subject?;the GSM Association estimates that 51,000 tonnes of chargers are made each year in order to keep companies able to have their own unique ones.
The Well, Doh Award of the Week was presented at arm's length to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development; the group's deputy secretary-general Petko Draganov said that developing countries will miss some of the stuff available on the Internet if they don't install more broadband infrastructure; a report that used your tax baht to compile said that quite a few people use mobile phones but companies are more likely to invest in countries with excellent broadband connections; no one ever had thought of this before, right?
Sun Microsystems , as a result of the Oracle takeover, said it will allow 3,000 current workers never to bother coming to work again; Sun referred to the losses as "jobs," not people; now the fourth largest server maker in the world, Sun said it lost $2.2 billion in its last fiscal year; European regulators are holding up approval of the Oracle purchase in the hope of getting some money in exchange for not involving Oracle in court cases.
The multi-gazillionaire and very annoying investor Carl Icahn resigned from the board at Yahoo ; he spun it as a vote of confidence, saying current directors are taking the formerly threatened company seriously; Yahoo reported increased profits but smaller revenues in the third quarter.
The US House of Representatives voted to censure Vietnam for jailing bloggers; the non-binding resolution sponsored by southern California congresswoman Loretta Sanchez said the Internet is "a crucial tool for the citizens of Vietnam to be able to exercise their freedom of expression and association;"Hanoi has recently jailed at least nine activists for up to six years apiece for holding pro-democracy banners. Iran jailed blogger Hossein "Hoder" Derakshan for 10 months - in solitary confinement.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
King's lung condition eases
His Majesty the King is recovering from his lung inflammation, the Royal Household Bureau said yesterday. "X-rays show the inflammation has eased," the bureau said.
The bureau also said His Majesty's overall |condition was good.
His Majesty has been receiving treatment at Siriraj Hospital since September 19.
During his hospitalisation, more than 21.5 million Thais have signed get-well messages for their beloved monarch at various venues.
Buddhists are invited to join a prayer ceremony in the ubosot of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha on Friday. Headed by the Venerable Arayawangso Bhikku, the ceremony will start at 7am. It will be held to pray for His Majesty's good health and in honour of His Majesty's late grandfather, King Chulalongkorn (Rama V).
The bureau also said His Majesty's overall |condition was good.
His Majesty has been receiving treatment at Siriraj Hospital since September 19.
During his hospitalisation, more than 21.5 million Thais have signed get-well messages for their beloved monarch at various venues.
Buddhists are invited to join a prayer ceremony in the ubosot of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha on Friday. Headed by the Venerable Arayawangso Bhikku, the ceremony will start at 7am. It will be held to pray for His Majesty's good health and in honour of His Majesty's late grandfather, King Chulalongkorn (Rama V).
King "improving"
His Majesty the King's overall condition is good, the Royal Household Bureau says.
An X-ray shows the inflammation of his lungs has subsided further.
An X-ray shows the inflammation of his lungs has subsided further.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
MORE THAN WORDS
The formal setting of the Royal Ballroom of the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok was played up to its fullest as Their Royal Highnesses Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn and Princess Srirasm presided at the 2009 SEA Write Awards Presentation and Gala Dinner.and past laureates, many of whom are regulars at the annual event. The cocktail reception prior to the award presentation was a chance for all of them to catch up and share the past year's news updates.
Before long, they were invited to move to the ballroom to await the arrival of the royal guests of honour.
In the receiving line to greet Their Royal Highnesses were sponsors led by SEA Write Award Organising Committee Chairman and Bangkok Governor, MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra (also representing the Chumbhot-Pantip Foundation); Flying Officer Norahuch Ployyai, acting president of THAI Airways International; Dr Tarisa Watanagase,governor of the Bank of Thailand; Dr Amorn Chandarasomboon, Bangkok Bank's executive director, Dr Tanasak Wahawisan, director and executive director of ExportImport Bank; Thanit Thamasukati, CEO, Tosapak Co Ltd (Thai Beverage PLC); Rex Morgan of the Rex Morgan Foundation; and Kusa Panyarachun, World Travel Service.
This year, the event was also supported by Toshiba Thailand Co Ltd and King Power Complex.
Prior to entering the Royal Ballroom for dinner and festivities, Their Royal Highnesses were presented with books by awardees from the eight participating Asean countries, namely Brunei, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam who were joined by the presidents of Pen Club Thailand and the Writers Association of Thailand, Asst Prof Dr Dhanate Vespada and Chamaiporn Saengkrachang respectively.Keynote speaker Paul Theroux's gift to the Royal guests was a copy of his bestseller The Great Railway Bazaar .Following the formality of group photo sessions with the awardees and sponsors, Their Royal Highnesses proceeded to the Royal Ballroom but not before shaking hands with the Asean Ambassadors lined up in the foyer.
After dinner, which was accompanied by music from the Krungthep Light Orchestra, the formalities began. In His Royal Address, the Crown Prince stated:"Nowadays,mass media of various kinds have progressed rapidly in character, but literary works still maintain a very important place among them." He also added:"This is because literary works always manage to use language and the art of descriptive writing to communicate stories which arouse vivid knowledge, feelings and imagination closely linked to people's lives."
In his keynote speech Mr Theroux disclosed that what impressed him regarding the SEA Write Award since his debut in 1985, is "the tremendous breadth of the writing represented; the skill and imagination of the writers, and the fact that these writers came from all over Southeast Asia". He continued by saying that the awardees "deserve to be rewarded here, because there are very fewmaterial rewards for most writers" as it's generally true that "there's no money in writing". Theroux concluded with:"If your writing is truthful and heartfelt and fearless it transcends nationality. Writing is a way of speaking to friends, to strangers, to your leaders - and people all over the world."
HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn and HRH Princess Srirasm, with, foreground from left, Khamseng Synonthong (Laos);Uthis Haemamool (Thailand); Asst Prof Dr Dhanate Vespada, president of Pen Club; Chamaiporn Saengkrachang, president of the Writers' Association; Hajah Norsiah binti Haji Abdul Gapar (Brunei); and Azmah Nordin (Malaysia). Back row, from left:Cao Duy Son (Vietnam); Abdon Jr Balde (Philippines); MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra; keynote speaker Paul Theroux; Chia Hwee Pheng (Singapore) and Floribertus Rahardi (Indonesia).
Uthis Haemamool, Thai SEA Write awardee receives the plaque from HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn.
Thai SEA Write laureate Chiranan Pitpreecha (1989), Prof Dr Yongyuth Yuthavong with his family Namon and Ajarn Onchuma, Somtow Sucharitkul, Oraya Sutabutr and Trisdee na Patalung.
SEA Write Sponsors, from left: Col Rex Morgan, the Rex Morgan Foundation; Jan D Goessing, general manager of the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok; MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra; Dr Tarisa Watanagase,governor of the Bank of Thailand; Thanit Thamsukati, Thai Beverages PLC; Dr Amorn Chandarasomboon, Bangkok Bank; Flying Officer Norahuch Ployyai, THAI Airways International PCL;and Dr Tanasak Wahawisan, Exim Bank.
Thai SEA Write laureate Watchara Sujjasarasin (2008) with the 2009 winner Uthis Haemamool.
Thai SEA Write laureates Chockchai Bundit (2001) and Krisana Asokesin (1985).
Asean Ambassadors line up to welcome Their Royal Highnesses in front of the Royal Ballroom, from left: Dato Paduka Haji Kamis bin Haji Tamin (Brunei), Dato' Husni Zai Bin Yaacob (Malaysia), Peter Chan Jer Hing (Singapore) and Antonio Venus Rodriguez (Philippines).
Before long, they were invited to move to the ballroom to await the arrival of the royal guests of honour.
In the receiving line to greet Their Royal Highnesses were sponsors led by SEA Write Award Organising Committee Chairman and Bangkok Governor, MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra (also representing the Chumbhot-Pantip Foundation); Flying Officer Norahuch Ployyai, acting president of THAI Airways International; Dr Tarisa Watanagase,governor of the Bank of Thailand; Dr Amorn Chandarasomboon, Bangkok Bank's executive director, Dr Tanasak Wahawisan, director and executive director of ExportImport Bank; Thanit Thamasukati, CEO, Tosapak Co Ltd (Thai Beverage PLC); Rex Morgan of the Rex Morgan Foundation; and Kusa Panyarachun, World Travel Service.
This year, the event was also supported by Toshiba Thailand Co Ltd and King Power Complex.
Prior to entering the Royal Ballroom for dinner and festivities, Their Royal Highnesses were presented with books by awardees from the eight participating Asean countries, namely Brunei, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam who were joined by the presidents of Pen Club Thailand and the Writers Association of Thailand, Asst Prof Dr Dhanate Vespada and Chamaiporn Saengkrachang respectively.Keynote speaker Paul Theroux's gift to the Royal guests was a copy of his bestseller The Great Railway Bazaar .Following the formality of group photo sessions with the awardees and sponsors, Their Royal Highnesses proceeded to the Royal Ballroom but not before shaking hands with the Asean Ambassadors lined up in the foyer.
After dinner, which was accompanied by music from the Krungthep Light Orchestra, the formalities began. In His Royal Address, the Crown Prince stated:"Nowadays,mass media of various kinds have progressed rapidly in character, but literary works still maintain a very important place among them." He also added:"This is because literary works always manage to use language and the art of descriptive writing to communicate stories which arouse vivid knowledge, feelings and imagination closely linked to people's lives."
In his keynote speech Mr Theroux disclosed that what impressed him regarding the SEA Write Award since his debut in 1985, is "the tremendous breadth of the writing represented; the skill and imagination of the writers, and the fact that these writers came from all over Southeast Asia". He continued by saying that the awardees "deserve to be rewarded here, because there are very fewmaterial rewards for most writers" as it's generally true that "there's no money in writing". Theroux concluded with:"If your writing is truthful and heartfelt and fearless it transcends nationality. Writing is a way of speaking to friends, to strangers, to your leaders - and people all over the world."
HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn and HRH Princess Srirasm, with, foreground from left, Khamseng Synonthong (Laos);Uthis Haemamool (Thailand); Asst Prof Dr Dhanate Vespada, president of Pen Club; Chamaiporn Saengkrachang, president of the Writers' Association; Hajah Norsiah binti Haji Abdul Gapar (Brunei); and Azmah Nordin (Malaysia). Back row, from left:Cao Duy Son (Vietnam); Abdon Jr Balde (Philippines); MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra; keynote speaker Paul Theroux; Chia Hwee Pheng (Singapore) and Floribertus Rahardi (Indonesia).
Uthis Haemamool, Thai SEA Write awardee receives the plaque from HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn.
Thai SEA Write laureate Chiranan Pitpreecha (1989), Prof Dr Yongyuth Yuthavong with his family Namon and Ajarn Onchuma, Somtow Sucharitkul, Oraya Sutabutr and Trisdee na Patalung.
SEA Write Sponsors, from left: Col Rex Morgan, the Rex Morgan Foundation; Jan D Goessing, general manager of the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok; MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra; Dr Tarisa Watanagase,governor of the Bank of Thailand; Thanit Thamsukati, Thai Beverages PLC; Dr Amorn Chandarasomboon, Bangkok Bank; Flying Officer Norahuch Ployyai, THAI Airways International PCL;and Dr Tanasak Wahawisan, Exim Bank.
Thai SEA Write laureate Watchara Sujjasarasin (2008) with the 2009 winner Uthis Haemamool.
Thai SEA Write laureates Chockchai Bundit (2001) and Krisana Asokesin (1985).
Asean Ambassadors line up to welcome Their Royal Highnesses in front of the Royal Ballroom, from left: Dato Paduka Haji Kamis bin Haji Tamin (Brunei), Dato' Husni Zai Bin Yaacob (Malaysia), Peter Chan Jer Hing (Singapore) and Antonio Venus Rodriguez (Philippines).
His Majesty's fever comes down
His Majesty the King was given antibiotics yesterday after an X-ray found his lungs had not returned to normal, the Royal Household Bureau said yesterday.
However, after the antibiotics were administered His Majesty's fever came down. The King could sleep well and had a good appetite.
The King has been treated at Siriraj Hospital for inflammation of the lungs.
However, after the antibiotics were administered His Majesty's fever came down. The King could sleep well and had a good appetite.
The King has been treated at Siriraj Hospital for inflammation of the lungs.
King's lungs still inflamed
His Majesty the King's doctors administered a new dosage of antibiotics after his lungs were found still to be inflamed, the Royal Household Bureau said in a statement released last night. His Majesty's fever, however, had lessened and he could sleep well and had regained his appetite, the bureau said in its 28th statement since the King was admitted to Siriraj Hospital with a high fever and inflamed lungs on September 19.
Scores of people continued to visit the hospital yesterday to sign get-well messages for His Majesty.
Archbishop Salvatore Pennacchio, the apostolic nuncio to Thailand, wished for the King's speedy recovery on behalf of Pope Benedict XVI.
Bhutanese Ambassador Singye Dorjee signed a message and presented a flower basket on behalf of the grandmother and aunt of Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
Scores of people continued to visit the hospital yesterday to sign get-well messages for His Majesty.
Archbishop Salvatore Pennacchio, the apostolic nuncio to Thailand, wished for the King's speedy recovery on behalf of Pope Benedict XVI.
Bhutanese Ambassador Singye Dorjee signed a message and presented a flower basket on behalf of the grandmother and aunt of Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Highlighting His Majesty's innovations
The "Creative King" project of the Commerce Ministry will bring together all of His Majesty the King's innovative ideas and works on culture, music and inventions.
"We hope that the launch of the creative King project will inspire Thais to concentrate more on creative jobs," Sanya Sathiraboost, adviser to the deputy commerce minster, said yesterday.
The National Creative Economy Policy Committee, chaired by the prime minister, also approved Bt1 billion as a primary budget for "Creative Economy" activities that are scheduled to kick off next year.
The Creative King project will officially unveil the government's "Creative Economy Creative Thailand" policy.
So far, 181 projects worth Bt74.39 billion have applied for funding to the committee.
Of the total, 68 projects with a total budget of Bt23 billion have met the projects' requirements.
These proposals will be forwarded to a screening committee for budget allocation under the government's second economic stimulus package.
The government is setting up the Thailand Creatie Economy Agency to support all participants and government agencies in moving towards a Creative Thailand.
"We hope that the launch of the creative King project will inspire Thais to concentrate more on creative jobs," Sanya Sathiraboost, adviser to the deputy commerce minster, said yesterday.
The National Creative Economy Policy Committee, chaired by the prime minister, also approved Bt1 billion as a primary budget for "Creative Economy" activities that are scheduled to kick off next year.
The Creative King project will officially unveil the government's "Creative Economy Creative Thailand" policy.
So far, 181 projects worth Bt74.39 billion have applied for funding to the committee.
Of the total, 68 projects with a total budget of Bt23 billion have met the projects' requirements.
These proposals will be forwarded to a screening committee for budget allocation under the government's second economic stimulus package.
The government is setting up the Thailand Creatie Economy Agency to support all participants and government agencies in moving towards a Creative Thailand.
His Majesty doing well
His Majesty the King is in a stable condition following his steady recovery at Siriraj Hospital, the Royal Household Bureau announced yesterday.
In its 24th statement, the bureau said His Majesty was able to eat and sleep well.
In its 24th statement, the bureau said His Majesty was able to eat and sleep well.
King "improving"
The Royal Household Bureau is reporting a steady improvement in His majesty the King's condition.
Monday, October 12, 2009
HM's health improves
His Majesty's condition continues to improve and the results of the King's blood test yesterday were normal, palace officials say.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
HIS MAJESTY GETTING BETTER, STARTING TO EAT AND SLEEP WELL
His Majesty the King's general condition was stable, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced yesterday.
In its 21st statement on His Majesty's health, the bureau also quoted the medical team treating him as saying that the King now could eat and sleep well.
The King has received medical treatment at Siriraj Hospital for fever and fatigue since September 20.
Meanwhile, members of the public continued to visit the hospital to sign get-well books for the King, while many also laid garlands in front of the monument of Prince Mahidol of Songkla, the King's father, to pray for the monarch's speedy recovert. The number of signers was recorded at more than 464,000 as of yesterday.
Students from Assumption University and Rangsit University and Rangsit University, who received the 72an anniversary celebration of His Majesty's birthday (Klai Kangwon Palace) scholarships, were among yesterday's visitors.
In Kalasin's Muang district, 80 Ban Than Lamduan residents yesterday observed the Buddhist Eight Precepts and prayed for the King's quick recover, while tambon Mae Pu municipality of Lampang's Mae Phrik district led 500 villagers to offer food to nine monks and prayed for His Majesty.
In its 21st statement on His Majesty's health, the bureau also quoted the medical team treating him as saying that the King now could eat and sleep well.
The King has received medical treatment at Siriraj Hospital for fever and fatigue since September 20.
Meanwhile, members of the public continued to visit the hospital to sign get-well books for the King, while many also laid garlands in front of the monument of Prince Mahidol of Songkla, the King's father, to pray for the monarch's speedy recovert. The number of signers was recorded at more than 464,000 as of yesterday.
Students from Assumption University and Rangsit University and Rangsit University, who received the 72an anniversary celebration of His Majesty's birthday (Klai Kangwon Palace) scholarships, were among yesterday's visitors.
In Kalasin's Muang district, 80 Ban Than Lamduan residents yesterday observed the Buddhist Eight Precepts and prayed for the King's quick recover, while tambon Mae Pu municipality of Lampang's Mae Phrik district led 500 villagers to offer food to nine monks and prayed for His Majesty.
Friday, October 9, 2009
Berlusconi vows to battle on despite court removing his immunity
Silvio Berlusconi angrilly vowed to battle on as Italy's prime minister despite facing corruption trials after the Constitutional Court stripped him of immunity fro prosecution.
Italian newspapers said yesterday there was now a political war between Berlusconi,who is also under attqack over sex-scandal allegations, and President Giorgio Napolitano, who has insisted he will defend the country's constitution.
After the court's bombshell ruling against him, Berlusconi said the trials he now risks were "real farces" he slammed the Constitutional Court as "left wing" and stood with a clenched fist, declared: "Viva Italy, Viva Berlusconi!"
Berlusconi questioned the president's impartiality, said the Italian press was "72 per cnet left-wing" and made it clear he would not quit.
"We must govern for five years with or without the law,"said the 73-year-old conservative tycoon, who insisted that he had the support of 70 per cent of the Italian people.
Berlusconi now faces at least two legal battles.
In one case, the conservative premier is accused of paying his British former tax lawyer David Mills US$600,000 (Bt20 million) to give false evidence in two trials in the 1990s. Mills has appealed against a guilty verdict made in February, when he was sentenced to four-and-a-half years in jail.
Another case involves allegations that Berlusconi's Mediaset television emprire inflated figures for the purchase of brjoadcasting rights in order to created slush funds.
La Stampa newsper said Berlusconi has up to 11 suspended trials "hanging over his head"
Italian newspapers said yesterday there was now a political war between Berlusconi,who is also under attqack over sex-scandal allegations, and President Giorgio Napolitano, who has insisted he will defend the country's constitution.
After the court's bombshell ruling against him, Berlusconi said the trials he now risks were "real farces" he slammed the Constitutional Court as "left wing" and stood with a clenched fist, declared: "Viva Italy, Viva Berlusconi!"
Berlusconi questioned the president's impartiality, said the Italian press was "72 per cnet left-wing" and made it clear he would not quit.
"We must govern for five years with or without the law,"said the 73-year-old conservative tycoon, who insisted that he had the support of 70 per cent of the Italian people.
Berlusconi now faces at least two legal battles.
In one case, the conservative premier is accused of paying his British former tax lawyer David Mills US$600,000 (Bt20 million) to give false evidence in two trials in the 1990s. Mills has appealed against a guilty verdict made in February, when he was sentenced to four-and-a-half years in jail.
Another case involves allegations that Berlusconi's Mediaset television emprire inflated figures for the purchase of brjoadcasting rights in order to created slush funds.
La Stampa newsper said Berlusconi has up to 11 suspended trials "hanging over his head"
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
King is doing fine
His Majesty the King is recovering well as his lung condition has improved, the Royal Household Bureau says.
The bureau yesterday said the King's condition was generally good. A chest X-ray has revealed reduced inflammation of His Majesty's lungs.
The bureau yesterday said the King's condition was generally good. A chest X-ray has revealed reduced inflammation of His Majesty's lungs.
HM stable
His Majesty the King's condition was stable yesterday and his doctors have stopped administering any more |antibiotics, the Royal Household Bureau said.
However, His Majesty was still undergoing physical |therapy, the Palace said in its 16th statement since the beloved monarch entered Siriraj Hospital with high fever late last month.
However, His Majesty was still undergoing physical |therapy, the Palace said in its 16th statement since the beloved monarch entered Siriraj Hospital with high fever late last month.
Royal wishes
Britain's Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, signs a book at Siriraj Hospital yesterday wishing His Majesty the King a speedy recovery from illness, with Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn looking on. Prince Andrew is in Thailand until Saturday as a guest of the King.
Monday, October 5, 2009
King on the mend
His Majesty the King's health is improving, palace officials say.
His Majesty has completed a course of anitibiotics treatment and is now undergoing physical therapy, the latest statement said.
the King developed a fever and was suffering from fatigue and loss of appetite when he was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Sept 19.
His Majesty has completed a course of anitibiotics treatment and is now undergoing physical therapy, the latest statement said.
the King developed a fever and was suffering from fatigue and loss of appetite when he was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Sept 19.
HM stable
His Majesty the King's condition was stable yesterday and his doctors have stopped administering any more |antibiotics, the Royal Household Bureau said.
However, His Majesty was still undergoing physical |therapy, the Palace said in its 16th statement since the beloved monarch entered Siriraj Hospital with high fever late last month.
However, His Majesty was still undergoing physical |therapy, the Palace said in its 16th statement since the beloved monarch entered Siriraj Hospital with high fever late last month.
Swelling in King's lungs has eased
His Majesty the King's condition has further improved with decreased inflammation of the lungs, the Royal Household Bureau says.
The bureau, in its update on His Majesty's condition yesterday, said a physical examination and X-rays of the chest revealed the inflammation of the King's lungs had eased.
His Majesty had a good appetite and was sleeping well, the bureau said.
In Phuket, Muslims and Thai-Chinese religious groups held large gatherings yesterday to pray for His Majesty's quick recovery.
More than 1,000 Muslims gathered in prayer at the Dubai mosque, Koh Kaew, also the location of the Phuket Islamic Office.
In the evening, more than 1,000 ThaiChinese lit candles and prayed for His Majesty in a songkaeng ceremony at Jui Tui shrine.
The bureau, in its update on His Majesty's condition yesterday, said a physical examination and X-rays of the chest revealed the inflammation of the King's lungs had eased.
His Majesty had a good appetite and was sleeping well, the bureau said.
In Phuket, Muslims and Thai-Chinese religious groups held large gatherings yesterday to pray for His Majesty's quick recovery.
More than 1,000 Muslims gathered in prayer at the Dubai mosque, Koh Kaew, also the location of the Phuket Islamic Office.
In the evening, more than 1,000 ThaiChinese lit candles and prayed for His Majesty in a songkaeng ceremony at Jui Tui shrine.
HM's appetite improves, intravenous fluid stopped
His Majesty the King's general condition is good and his appetite has improved, according to the latest report from the Royal Household Bureau yesterday. In its 14th statement on the King's health, the bureau said the Siriraj Hospital medical team had stopped giving intravenous fluid to the 81-year-old monarch.
Large numbers of Thais continued to visit the hospital to sign the guest books provided by the bureau, expressing their affection and get-well wishes to the King.
Among yesterday's visitors were Keigo Sato, a nine-year-old Japanese-Thai boy from Phichit, and his Japanese father, Katsumi; Tourism and Sports Minister Chumpol Silapa-archa; Bangkok councillor Suphamol Hutasing and 100 Sai Mai district residents; and students from Bangkok's Phraharuthai Convent School.
Others included Thanphuying Pensri Vajarodhaya, who chairs the Naatayasala Hoon Lakhon Lek (Joe Louis) Foundation, and 60 members of the Thai Bikers' Club.
Officials from His Majesty the King's Personal Affairs Division also brought a 16mm film-producing camera to record the event for the Royal Private Film Archive.
Large numbers of Thais continued to visit the hospital to sign the guest books provided by the bureau, expressing their affection and get-well wishes to the King.
Among yesterday's visitors were Keigo Sato, a nine-year-old Japanese-Thai boy from Phichit, and his Japanese father, Katsumi; Tourism and Sports Minister Chumpol Silapa-archa; Bangkok councillor Suphamol Hutasing and 100 Sai Mai district residents; and students from Bangkok's Phraharuthai Convent School.
Others included Thanphuying Pensri Vajarodhaya, who chairs the Naatayasala Hoon Lakhon Lek (Joe Louis) Foundation, and 60 members of the Thai Bikers' Club.
Officials from His Majesty the King's Personal Affairs Division also brought a 16mm film-producing camera to record the event for the Royal Private Film Archive.
HM OFF INTRAVENOUS DRIP
His Majesty the King's overall condition is good and he is not being fed intravenously any more,the Royal Household Bureau said yesterday.
The bureau said the King could eat normally and intravenous drips to help him overcome his weakness had been discontinued.
The bureau said the King could eat normally and intravenous drips to help him overcome his weakness had been discontinued.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
King's fever eases, general health improves
His Majesty the King's fever has subsided,palace officials say.
The Bureau of the Royal Household yesterday said royal physicians had reported His Majesty's general condition was good. An X-ray showed an inflammation of his lungs had also lessened.
His Majesty is receiving intravenous drips and antibiotics.
The Bureau of the Royal Household yesterday said royal physicians had reported His Majesty's general condition was good. An X-ray showed an inflammation of his lungs had also lessened.
His Majesty is receiving intravenous drips and antibiotics.
King responds to medication
His Majesty the King's lung infection has been responding to medication, along with his fever, the Royal Household Bureau said yesterday.
The latest Xray showed that both the infection and flu are clearing up. His Majesty's general condition is good.
The intravenous feeding of medicine and nutrients is continuing, the Palace said in its 10th statement on His Majesty's illness.
The latest Xray showed that both the infection and flu are clearing up. His Majesty's general condition is good.
The intravenous feeding of medicine and nutrients is continuing, the Palace said in its 10th statement on His Majesty's illness.
The King in all Thai hearts
Thailand is like a big house with a multitude of family members.
This house has had a chequered history and been through some extreme changes in its long history, and yet it still stands strong today.
The reason for this is that there is a very strong and powerful pillar that supports this house and uniles all 60 million Thai people as one the Boyal Institution. His Majesty king Bhumibol is the one who fortities thailand's strength by laying a solid loundation for the nation with his insight and genus as is manitest in over 3,000 development initatives executed to help people get out of poverty and live their lives sustainably. During sixty years of continuous self-sacrifice for the betterment of all Thais as the King. His Majesty has lived his oath on coronation day: "We will reign with righteouseness for the benefit and happiness of the Sia mese people."
All these many royal development projects initiated by His Majesty reflect his genius and vision in solving problems at the root which, in turn, provides a basis for sustainable development for the people and the country. With such a solid foundation put in place for Thailand by His Mejesty, the people can live comfortably and contentedly.
The Pikunthong Royal Development Study Centre is among these royal initatives. Located in Narathiwas. The centre was established to solve the problem of brackish soil in the area snd make it cultivable. Having experimented over the years with His Majesty's methodologies, people in Narathiwas. both Buddhist and Muslim, now again enjoy productive land and a good living.
In a big house in which diverse people live togethe such as Thailand. it is normal that there are sometimes conflict and problems between them.
But for His Majesty, whether one is a Buddhist or a muslim does not matter as long as we are all good citizens. His Majesty cares for everyone equally, regardless of ethnicity or religion. This is because he knows that if everyone is treated wequally, then there will certainy be conformity, unity, and peach among all people. Showing his respects to the King, the Chief of Muslims in Thailand, Mr. Sawasdi Sumalayajsajk said"
"His Majesty always graces all Muslims in Thailand with his benevolence and compassion. He patronises lslam and has iniated a translation of the Quran from Arabic into Thai. Moreover, Thaksin Ratchaniwet Palace in Narathiwas was not onlybuilt as a royal residence. It also serves as His Majesty's office where he can meet and listen to local people closely. As such, he thoroughly understands the situation and problems that people are facing and he tries to solve those problems for them effectively. This truly proves his great concern and regardless of religion and other factors. His utmost self-devotion to the betterment of all people has made His Majesty the beloved King who is in our hearts forever."
Pictures and recordings of His Majestgy travelling around the ingdom helping people develop themselves and their communities throughout 60 years testify to His Majesty's strong will and determination to build a firm foundation for Thai people so that the country and all the family members in it can continue to grow sustainably with happiness and peace.
"Nai Luang" is a term we have become very comfortable and familiar with for a long time. It is deeply rooted in the hearts of all theis to identify our Great King who cares so actively and deeply for all Thais. As Thais, we are grateful for His Majesty's grace that brings us all together in our hearts to create a peaceful and abiding Thailand for everyone forever.
This house has had a chequered history and been through some extreme changes in its long history, and yet it still stands strong today.
The reason for this is that there is a very strong and powerful pillar that supports this house and uniles all 60 million Thai people as one the Boyal Institution. His Majesty king Bhumibol is the one who fortities thailand's strength by laying a solid loundation for the nation with his insight and genus as is manitest in over 3,000 development initatives executed to help people get out of poverty and live their lives sustainably. During sixty years of continuous self-sacrifice for the betterment of all Thais as the King. His Majesty has lived his oath on coronation day: "We will reign with righteouseness for the benefit and happiness of the Sia mese people."
All these many royal development projects initiated by His Majesty reflect his genius and vision in solving problems at the root which, in turn, provides a basis for sustainable development for the people and the country. With such a solid foundation put in place for Thailand by His Mejesty, the people can live comfortably and contentedly.
The Pikunthong Royal Development Study Centre is among these royal initatives. Located in Narathiwas. The centre was established to solve the problem of brackish soil in the area snd make it cultivable. Having experimented over the years with His Majesty's methodologies, people in Narathiwas. both Buddhist and Muslim, now again enjoy productive land and a good living.
In a big house in which diverse people live togethe such as Thailand. it is normal that there are sometimes conflict and problems between them.
But for His Majesty, whether one is a Buddhist or a muslim does not matter as long as we are all good citizens. His Majesty cares for everyone equally, regardless of ethnicity or religion. This is because he knows that if everyone is treated wequally, then there will certainy be conformity, unity, and peach among all people. Showing his respects to the King, the Chief of Muslims in Thailand, Mr. Sawasdi Sumalayajsajk said"
"His Majesty always graces all Muslims in Thailand with his benevolence and compassion. He patronises lslam and has iniated a translation of the Quran from Arabic into Thai. Moreover, Thaksin Ratchaniwet Palace in Narathiwas was not onlybuilt as a royal residence. It also serves as His Majesty's office where he can meet and listen to local people closely. As such, he thoroughly understands the situation and problems that people are facing and he tries to solve those problems for them effectively. This truly proves his great concern and regardless of religion and other factors. His utmost self-devotion to the betterment of all people has made His Majesty the beloved King who is in our hearts forever."
Pictures and recordings of His Majestgy travelling around the ingdom helping people develop themselves and their communities throughout 60 years testify to His Majesty's strong will and determination to build a firm foundation for Thai people so that the country and all the family members in it can continue to grow sustainably with happiness and peace.
"Nai Luang" is a term we have become very comfortable and familiar with for a long time. It is deeply rooted in the hearts of all theis to identify our Great King who cares so actively and deeply for all Thais. As Thais, we are grateful for His Majesty's grace that brings us all together in our hearts to create a peaceful and abiding Thailand for everyone forever.
Fever hinders King's recovery
The Committee of Royal Physicians says His Majesty the King had a fever on Sunday night.
An X-ray computed tomography scan of the chest and abdomen showed inflammation of the lungs but no abnormality of the abdomen,the 9th announcement of the Bureau of the Royal Household released yesterday said.
His Majesty has no cough. Intravenous nourishment and new antibiotics have been administered.
The King's fever subsided again yesterday morning.
His Majesty the King, who celebrates his 82nd birthday on Dec 5,was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Sept 19 with a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite.
In the Bureau of the Royal Household's earlier announcements, His Majesty's condition had gradually improved.
An X-ray computed tomography scan of the chest and abdomen showed inflammation of the lungs but no abnormality of the abdomen,the 9th announcement of the Bureau of the Royal Household released yesterday said.
His Majesty has no cough. Intravenous nourishment and new antibiotics have been administered.
The King's fever subsided again yesterday morning.
His Majesty the King, who celebrates his 82nd birthday on Dec 5,was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Sept 19 with a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite.
In the Bureau of the Royal Household's earlier announcements, His Majesty's condition had gradually improved.
HM cured of lung infection
His Majesty the King has recovered from a lung infection and fever and is in a good condition in general, the ninth Royal Household Bureau statement said last night.
After His Majesty developed fever yesterday, the royal physicians examined him and diagnosed a lung infection. They did not find any stomach infection, and His Majesty does not have a cough.
After His Majesty was administered a new type of antibiotic and fed intravenously, his fever subsided, and his condition returned to normal yesterday morning, the statement said.
After His Majesty developed fever yesterday, the royal physicians examined him and diagnosed a lung infection. They did not find any stomach infection, and His Majesty does not have a cough.
After His Majesty was administered a new type of antibiotic and fed intravenously, his fever subsided, and his condition returned to normal yesterday morning, the statement said.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Nation joins prayer for quick recovery
His Majesty the King is recovering from his fever as his subjects pray for his health across the nation.
A third statement on the King's illness from the Royal Household Bureau said His Majesty had a slightly high temperature yesterday and doctors continued to treat him with antibiotics and intravenous drips.
More than 55,000 people have signed get-well books at Siriraj Hospital where the King was admitted last Saturday.
People nationwide also signed their names on get-well books in their provinces and were praying for his recovery.
Chula Ratchamontri Damrong Sumalsak, who signed a get-well book on behalf of Thai Muslims at the hospital, encouraged Thai Muslims nationwide to conduct ceremonies to pray for the recovery of His Majesty.
He will lead the nationwide ceremonies this Friday.
The King directed Royal Household officials to take garlands that people presented along with their best wishes at the hospital to royal temples.
The flowers presented to the King were sent to other patients at the hospital.
His Majesty, the world's longestreigning head of state, who will turn 82 on Dec 5, had a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite when he reached Siriraj four days ago.
A third statement on the King's illness from the Royal Household Bureau said His Majesty had a slightly high temperature yesterday and doctors continued to treat him with antibiotics and intravenous drips.
More than 55,000 people have signed get-well books at Siriraj Hospital where the King was admitted last Saturday.
People nationwide also signed their names on get-well books in their provinces and were praying for his recovery.
Chula Ratchamontri Damrong Sumalsak, who signed a get-well book on behalf of Thai Muslims at the hospital, encouraged Thai Muslims nationwide to conduct ceremonies to pray for the recovery of His Majesty.
He will lead the nationwide ceremonies this Friday.
The King directed Royal Household officials to take garlands that people presented along with their best wishes at the hospital to royal temples.
The flowers presented to the King were sent to other patients at the hospital.
His Majesty, the world's longestreigning head of state, who will turn 82 on Dec 5, had a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite when he reached Siriraj four days ago.
HM's condition improves
HM the King still has a low fever, however his general condition has improved, according to a statement from the Royal Household Bureau yesterday.
Doctors continued treating His Majesty with an intravenous feed of medicine and food supplement.
The King was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Saturday for a temperature and loss of appetite.
Doctors continued treating His Majesty with an intravenous feed of medicine and food supplement.
The King was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Saturday for a temperature and loss of appetite.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Crowds flock to wish King well
His Majesty the King's fever has dropped but he still suffers from loss of appetite, the Royal Household Bureau said in a second statement released yesterday.
Doctors continued to treat the King with intravenous drips and antibiotics, it said.
His Majesty was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Saturday suffering from a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite.
As the news of the King's illness spread, people from all walks of life flocked to the hospital to sign get-well books and wish him a quick recovery from his illness.
A total of 2,374 well-wishers turned up to sign the get-well books yesterday.
Doctors continued to treat the King with intravenous drips and antibiotics, it said.
His Majesty was admitted to Siriraj Hospital on Saturday suffering from a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite.
As the news of the King's illness spread, people from all walks of life flocked to the hospital to sign get-well books and wish him a quick recovery from his illness.
A total of 2,374 well-wishers turned up to sign the get-well books yesterday.
King's fever subsides
His Majesty the King's fever has subsided, but he still lacks an appetite, the Royal Household Bureau said yesterday.
His team of physicians continued to issue him antibiotics and intravenous fluid, the Palace said in its second statement.
The beloved 81yearold monarch has been undergoing medical care at Siriraj Hospital after developing a fever and fatigue last weekend.
Many wellwishers went to the hospital to leave a message for a speedy recovery in the albums provided by the bureau.
His team of physicians continued to issue him antibiotics and intravenous fluid, the Palace said in its second statement.
The beloved 81yearold monarch has been undergoing medical care at Siriraj Hospital after developing a fever and fatigue last weekend.
Many wellwishers went to the hospital to leave a message for a speedy recovery in the albums provided by the bureau.
Right royal recovery on the way
People flocked to Siriraj Hospital yesterday to wish His Majesty the King a quick recovery after news of his illness was announced by the Royal Household Bureau.
The bureau issued a statement saying His Majesty was admitted to hospital on Saturday suffering from a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite.
The King was admitted for observation on the advice of his doctors and is being treated with intravenous drips and antibiotics.
Members of the public streamed to the hospital to sign get-well books. The books can be signed from 8am to 8pm.
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva,Defence Minister Prawit Wongsuwon, army chief Anupong Paojinda and Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra were the first to sign the books.
Warinan Phurahong,60, said she ran to the hospital when she heard about the King's condition. She plans to stay at the hospital until His Majesty recovers.
Thaninee Prasobphokakorn, a third-year medical student, said she went to the hospital yesterday and prayed for His Majesty's speedy recovery.
The bureau issued a statement saying His Majesty was admitted to hospital on Saturday suffering from a fever, fatigue and loss of appetite.
The King was admitted for observation on the advice of his doctors and is being treated with intravenous drips and antibiotics.
Members of the public streamed to the hospital to sign get-well books. The books can be signed from 8am to 8pm.
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva,Defence Minister Prawit Wongsuwon, army chief Anupong Paojinda and Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra were the first to sign the books.
Warinan Phurahong,60, said she ran to the hospital when she heard about the King's condition. She plans to stay at the hospital until His Majesty recovers.
Thaninee Prasobphokakorn, a third-year medical student, said she went to the hospital yesterday and prayed for His Majesty's speedy recovery.
HM in hospital for fever
His Majesty the King was undergoing treatment for fever at Siriraj Hospital yesterday after feeling fatigued since Saturday, the Royal Household Bureau said.
The Palace's first statement on the King's condition said His Majesty could eat only a small amount of food, so he was told by doctors to go to Siriraj Hospital for a diagnosis.
He was receiving nutrition and antibiotics via an intravenous drip.
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and throngs of people gathered at Siriraj.
Abhisit presented a vase of flowers and his blessings to His Majesty.
The Royal Household Bureau will today allow visitors to leave messages for His Majesty's speedy recovery from 8am8pm on the first floor of the 100 Year Memorial Building of the Princess Mother.
The Palace's first statement on the King's condition said His Majesty could eat only a small amount of food, so he was told by doctors to go to Siriraj Hospital for a diagnosis.
He was receiving nutrition and antibiotics via an intravenous drip.
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and throngs of people gathered at Siriraj.
Abhisit presented a vase of flowers and his blessings to His Majesty.
The Royal Household Bureau will today allow visitors to leave messages for His Majesty's speedy recovery from 8am8pm on the first floor of the 100 Year Memorial Building of the Princess Mother.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
LE CORDON BLEU DUSIT CULINARY SCHOOL'S SECOND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS held at the Napalai Ballroom,Dusit Thani Bangkok
LE CORDON BLEU DUSIT CULINARY SCHOOL'S SECOND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS held at the Napalai Ballroom,Dusit Thani Bangkok.
Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School's 2nd Anniversary Celebrations was recently held under the auspicious presence of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The event was organized by Dr Parichart Jumsai Na Ayudhaya and hosted by Mr. Gary Cromie, Joint - Venture Director of Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School and Mr. Chanin Donavanik, CEO of Dusit International. The event was sponsored by Dato Dr A Nikhil Prasad (Jai) from PRExpress and was well attended by Local Celebrities, Members of the various Foreign Diplomatic Missions, Thai Business Leaders and Leading Socialites.
Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School's 2nd Anniversary Celebrations was recently held under the auspicious presence of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The event was organized by Dr Parichart Jumsai Na Ayudhaya and hosted by Mr. Gary Cromie, Joint - Venture Director of Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School and Mr. Chanin Donavanik, CEO of Dusit International. The event was sponsored by Dato Dr A Nikhil Prasad (Jai) from PRExpress and was well attended by Local Celebrities, Members of the various Foreign Diplomatic Missions, Thai Business Leaders and Leading Socialites.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
BACC GETS A ROYAL INAUGURATION
HM the Queen presides over the inauguration ceremony of the capital's art and culture centre
By Aree Thongboonrawd
Bangkok's long-overdue art and cultural centre at the heart of the capital was inaugurated in grand style with royal blessings recently.Her Majesty the Queen graciously presided over the ceremony to inaugurate the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC). The centre, which was part of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's activities to celebrate His Majesty the King's 80th birthday, will help enliven Bangkok's artistic and cultural life as well as serve as an art learning centre for youth.
HM the Queen also opened the exhibition "Virtues of the Kingdom", which is divided into different zones. Co-organised by the BMA, BACC and the Office of the Prime Minister, the exhibitions include photographs depicting Their Majesties' dedication to Thai arts and culture, the royal trips abroad to represent the best of Thailand, a contemporary art exhibition,"Unsung Melody in a Lullaby", on motherhood to celebrate Mother's Day (which is also the Queen's birthday) and an exhibition
entitled "Portraits of the King:The Art of Iconography". Another highlight, on public display for the first time, are the costumes,props and sets from the royal command performance of the khon masked dance-drama Prommas , initiated by HM the Queen.
Leading the luminaries to greet HM the Queen on her arrival were PM Abhisit Vejjajiva and BMA Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra. Representing the artists were poets Naowarat Pongpaiboon and Khunying A sculpture in front of the Chamnongsri Hanchanlash, who Bangkok Art and Culture Centre.gave a beautiful poetry reading.
HM the Queen listens to explanations from 'khon' costume designer Peeramon Chomdhavat.
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and his wife Pimpen.
Khunying ML Piyapas, Chutinant and Chitpas Bhirombhakdi.
The Erawan Elephant.
A sculpture of His Majesty the King on display on the
9th floor, by artist Watchara Prayoonkum.
Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra and his wife Savitri.
Khunying Kamala and Prince Chatrichalerm Yukol,Sakchai Guy and Anuchai Secharunputong.
Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi and Thanpuying Varaporn Pramoj.
Former BMA governor Apirak Kosayodhin and deputy Bangkok governor Taya Teepsuwan.
Panit Poonsiriwong, Panya Nirankul and Chalermchai Kositpipat.
Trisilp Boonkhachorn, Naowarat Pongpaiboon and Dr Jingjai Hanchanlash.
The exhibition runs until October 11, open every day except Monday.
By Aree Thongboonrawd
Bangkok's long-overdue art and cultural centre at the heart of the capital was inaugurated in grand style with royal blessings recently.Her Majesty the Queen graciously presided over the ceremony to inaugurate the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC). The centre, which was part of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's activities to celebrate His Majesty the King's 80th birthday, will help enliven Bangkok's artistic and cultural life as well as serve as an art learning centre for youth.
HM the Queen also opened the exhibition "Virtues of the Kingdom", which is divided into different zones. Co-organised by the BMA, BACC and the Office of the Prime Minister, the exhibitions include photographs depicting Their Majesties' dedication to Thai arts and culture, the royal trips abroad to represent the best of Thailand, a contemporary art exhibition,"Unsung Melody in a Lullaby", on motherhood to celebrate Mother's Day (which is also the Queen's birthday) and an exhibition
entitled "Portraits of the King:The Art of Iconography". Another highlight, on public display for the first time, are the costumes,props and sets from the royal command performance of the khon masked dance-drama Prommas , initiated by HM the Queen.
Leading the luminaries to greet HM the Queen on her arrival were PM Abhisit Vejjajiva and BMA Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra. Representing the artists were poets Naowarat Pongpaiboon and Khunying A sculpture in front of the Chamnongsri Hanchanlash, who Bangkok Art and Culture Centre.gave a beautiful poetry reading.
HM the Queen listens to explanations from 'khon' costume designer Peeramon Chomdhavat.
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and his wife Pimpen.
Khunying ML Piyapas, Chutinant and Chitpas Bhirombhakdi.
The Erawan Elephant.
A sculpture of His Majesty the King on display on the
9th floor, by artist Watchara Prayoonkum.
Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra and his wife Savitri.
Khunying Kamala and Prince Chatrichalerm Yukol,Sakchai Guy and Anuchai Secharunputong.
Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi and Thanpuying Varaporn Pramoj.
Former BMA governor Apirak Kosayodhin and deputy Bangkok governor Taya Teepsuwan.
Panit Poonsiriwong, Panya Nirankul and Chalermchai Kositpipat.
Trisilp Boonkhachorn, Naowarat Pongpaiboon and Dr Jingjai Hanchanlash.
The exhibition runs until October 11, open every day except Monday.
Friday, August 28, 2009
Portraits of our parents
All attention at the official opening of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre on Wednesday was deservedly on Her Majesty the Queen as she marked her 77th birthday with a grand public appearance.
But waiting comfortably on the sidelines was the inaugural exhibition she came to see, "Virtues of the Kingdom", which occupics all nine floors of the new centre's display space.
Continuing until October 11, the dazzling show has three areas ddicatcd to His Majesty the King's untiring work for the country and the Queen's devotion to art and culture.
At the exhibition's heart is "Khon Prommas" on the eight floor, comprising costumes and makeup produced by her majestry's Support Foundation and used to vivid effect in an eacclaimed rcent masked-dauce performanc at the Thailand Cultural Centre.
More than 100 items, and many behind-the-scenes photos, are on view, and every wekend artisans will demonstrate how they create these small masterpieces.
Meanwhile curator Apisak Sonjod is presenting "Unsung Melody in a Lullaby" on the sevent floor, in which two pots and seven artists celebrate the contributions that mothers-and women in general-offer society.
Apisak has simply but effectively assembled syumbols like breasts and other parts of the female form to build the exhibition, which must have been a difficult fit in the building's spiral shape.
Visitors might be tempted as soon as they enter to rest for a moment in a breast-shaped beanbag, part of Pinaree Sanpitak's installation "Noon-Nom".
Further on ar paintings by National Artist Angkarn Kallayanapongsa and Chuang Moolpinit and Nonthivath Chandhanaphalin's minimal sculptures, all capturing the beauty of the fine lines of a woman's body.
Surojana Sethabutra's terracotta "Earth, Water, Air, Fire" from 1996 takes up four walls, and Pinaree's "Breast Stupa" from 2001 is a stroll through 37 unravelled pice of silk in mammary form.
Nipan Oranniwesna's "Painting for my Mother" of 1996 saluts the 3ssence of women, and in a nearby cornr, his "Yellow Room" from 1995 has tonnes of rice resting on monks' plaited ropes.
The show concludes with an acknowledged masterpiece, 1992's "Silence from the Bosom and Sacred Power" by the late Montien Boonma (1953-2000).
Set on a wooden dais are two bronze breasts, while a third rests upside down, filling with water, and above them hangs a fourth.
It "symbolises the figts that nature unendingly imkparts to humans, just as a mother unconditionally gives to her children", Montien once told German interviewer Alfred Palwin.
"This series represents love, warmth and good wishes. The gntle hum around the breast mimics the mother's heartbeat, like a lullaby when you rest against your mother's bosom."
Since the breast is the source of milk, Montien said, it represents the balance between life and death.
Images of His Majesty - smiling, serious, pensive, sympathetic - are seen in "The King's Portrait: the Art of Iconography" on the ninth floor.
The 30-odd paintings, photos, seulptures and installations by living artists are mostly medium-sizd, sometimes seeming small in such a huge space. Many are familiar.
Jakrapan Vilasineekul's fife-size porcelain sculpture is a highlight. It depicts His Majesty as a thoughful young prince, but is liv ely with its daringly large use of the material. The future kin's cmotions are clear in his eyes and other finely deailed facial features.
Wutikorn Kongka's "Impression Image No 2" is a Warhol-style rndering of a famous photo of Their Majesties meeting Elvis Preseley.
Amnat Kongwaree's "Royal Rainmaking" is a clever use of Braille to create a low-relief painting.
National Artist Preecha Thaothong's two-metre-high kinetic portrait "29,200 days - Symbolic of Efficiency" praises the King's "sffciency lifestyle" theory by utilising traditional Thai motifs and handwriting.
The royal anthem plays during a film tracing the Kingdom's cinematic development and, finally, there is a photograph by His Majesty, a lovely image that cathes his shadow feflected in a pond at Klaikangwol Palace in Hua Hin.
There's more on the royal duties in the third floor "Road to Friendship" exhibit, featuring rare photographs of Their Majesties travels abroad since 1960.
On the fourth floor is "World Focus and Thai Focus", displaying magazine and newspaper spreads about the royal couple, and on the fifth, you get a heart-warming array of babies' lullabies.
The centre teems with other activities, not least of which is shopping among the 30 or so temporary stores on the first to fourth floors.
The Namthong Gallery, Thai Film Foundation, Film Archive, Bangkok Opera, Art 4D, with its super-cool product designs, H Schminche's painting gear and IceDEA's ice cream are among the joys waiting to be discovered.
But waiting comfortably on the sidelines was the inaugural exhibition she came to see, "Virtues of the Kingdom", which occupics all nine floors of the new centre's display space.
Continuing until October 11, the dazzling show has three areas ddicatcd to His Majesty the King's untiring work for the country and the Queen's devotion to art and culture.
At the exhibition's heart is "Khon Prommas" on the eight floor, comprising costumes and makeup produced by her majestry's Support Foundation and used to vivid effect in an eacclaimed rcent masked-dauce performanc at the Thailand Cultural Centre.
More than 100 items, and many behind-the-scenes photos, are on view, and every wekend artisans will demonstrate how they create these small masterpieces.
Meanwhile curator Apisak Sonjod is presenting "Unsung Melody in a Lullaby" on the sevent floor, in which two pots and seven artists celebrate the contributions that mothers-and women in general-offer society.
Apisak has simply but effectively assembled syumbols like breasts and other parts of the female form to build the exhibition, which must have been a difficult fit in the building's spiral shape.
Visitors might be tempted as soon as they enter to rest for a moment in a breast-shaped beanbag, part of Pinaree Sanpitak's installation "Noon-Nom".
Further on ar paintings by National Artist Angkarn Kallayanapongsa and Chuang Moolpinit and Nonthivath Chandhanaphalin's minimal sculptures, all capturing the beauty of the fine lines of a woman's body.
Surojana Sethabutra's terracotta "Earth, Water, Air, Fire" from 1996 takes up four walls, and Pinaree's "Breast Stupa" from 2001 is a stroll through 37 unravelled pice of silk in mammary form.
Nipan Oranniwesna's "Painting for my Mother" of 1996 saluts the 3ssence of women, and in a nearby cornr, his "Yellow Room" from 1995 has tonnes of rice resting on monks' plaited ropes.
The show concludes with an acknowledged masterpiece, 1992's "Silence from the Bosom and Sacred Power" by the late Montien Boonma (1953-2000).
Set on a wooden dais are two bronze breasts, while a third rests upside down, filling with water, and above them hangs a fourth.
It "symbolises the figts that nature unendingly imkparts to humans, just as a mother unconditionally gives to her children", Montien once told German interviewer Alfred Palwin.
"This series represents love, warmth and good wishes. The gntle hum around the breast mimics the mother's heartbeat, like a lullaby when you rest against your mother's bosom."
Since the breast is the source of milk, Montien said, it represents the balance between life and death.
Images of His Majesty - smiling, serious, pensive, sympathetic - are seen in "The King's Portrait: the Art of Iconography" on the ninth floor.
The 30-odd paintings, photos, seulptures and installations by living artists are mostly medium-sizd, sometimes seeming small in such a huge space. Many are familiar.
Jakrapan Vilasineekul's fife-size porcelain sculpture is a highlight. It depicts His Majesty as a thoughful young prince, but is liv ely with its daringly large use of the material. The future kin's cmotions are clear in his eyes and other finely deailed facial features.
Wutikorn Kongka's "Impression Image No 2" is a Warhol-style rndering of a famous photo of Their Majesties meeting Elvis Preseley.
Amnat Kongwaree's "Royal Rainmaking" is a clever use of Braille to create a low-relief painting.
National Artist Preecha Thaothong's two-metre-high kinetic portrait "29,200 days - Symbolic of Efficiency" praises the King's "sffciency lifestyle" theory by utilising traditional Thai motifs and handwriting.
The royal anthem plays during a film tracing the Kingdom's cinematic development and, finally, there is a photograph by His Majesty, a lovely image that cathes his shadow feflected in a pond at Klaikangwol Palace in Hua Hin.
There's more on the royal duties in the third floor "Road to Friendship" exhibit, featuring rare photographs of Their Majesties travels abroad since 1960.
On the fourth floor is "World Focus and Thai Focus", displaying magazine and newspaper spreads about the royal couple, and on the fifth, you get a heart-warming array of babies' lullabies.
The centre teems with other activities, not least of which is shopping among the 30 or so temporary stores on the first to fourth floors.
The Namthong Gallery, Thai Film Foundation, Film Archive, Bangkok Opera, Art 4D, with its super-cool product designs, H Schminche's painting gear and IceDEA's ice cream are among the joys waiting to be discovered.
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