BOT tells Thai commercial banks to push interest rates up gradually
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
The Thai central bank has asked commercial banks not to rush in pushing up interest rates after it raised the policy interest rate by 0.25 percentage point on Wednesday.
Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput said on Thursday that it was common for commercial banks to follow suit, but that the central bank wanted to see gradual increases in interest rates to reflect the current situation.
“There is no set target on how much the interest rate should be, or how many increases there should be. That rather depends on the timing and context suitable for Thailand,” Sethaput said.
He said that interest rate increases are based on factors such as core inflation, adding that the country’s monetary policy could be revised in the future if that was necessary.
Thailand’s inflation rate recently rose to 10 per cent.
The BOT’s Monetary Policy Committee on Wednesday resolved to increase the policy interest rate from 0.75 per cent to 1 per cent, with immediate effect. Shortly afterwards, some commercial banks adjusted upward their interest rates for deposits and loans.
Sethaput said on Thursday that the Thai economy is recovering continuously this year due to the upturn in domestic demand, consumption and tourist arrivals, although a global economic recession may have an adverse impact on exports.
The BOT predicted a growth of 3.3 per cent for the Thai economy this year and 3.8 per cent next year, as inflation is expected to decline to “manageable levels” next year.
Beauty’s beautiful and valuable “L’Oréal for the Future” mission is good for the world
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
THE NATION
L’Oréal Group wants to transform to create more change than ever before for the environment and society.
Examples of critical goals are:
By 2025, all plants and distribution centers must be carbon neutral and use 100% renewable energy. As a result, this goal was already achieved by 58% in 2021.
By 2030, 100% of the plastic used in the packaging of L’Oréal products will come from recycled plastic or bio-based sources. According to the company report from 2021, this mission was achieved by 21%.
By 2030, 95% of the ingredients in product formulations must be biobased and come from abundant, renewable sources. Therefore, this goal was achieved by 60%.
By 2030, 100% biobased ingredients for product formulations will be traceable and will come from sustainable sources. As a consequence, in 2021, this mission was achieved by 94%.
The world has faced many environmental challenges, so this has caused many companies to start adopting sustainable development policies for the environment. L’Oréal recognizes the importance of this point. Therefore, it brought a considerable transformation mission.
Taking the mission to the next level
L’Oréal has taken this mission to the next level to achieve even greater goals than ever before. A project dubbed “L’Oréal for the Future” reflects the company’s view of its vision, goals, and responsibilities to tackle the world’s challenges.
By 2030, the company will lay out new measurable targets based on the Science Based Targets initiative and will upgrade three critical environmental solutions:
1. Biodiversity conservation 2. Sustainable Water Management 3. Use of renewable resources
L’Oréal is not only committed to reducing its direct environmental impact. But also to minimize the impact of all activities with the Company’s suppliers and consumers to ensure that business operations take into account a world where resources are limited and are fair to the communities where the Company works.
The set goals enable the company to cope with its overall impact. It also covers the entire value chain of the company. From product design to distribution, as well as the production process and the sourcing of raw materials.
Respect the contexts of the world
Scientists agree that Transcending or disregarding the “global contexts” will affect the safe ecosystems of humankind. The Company’s mission is to operate within limits, whether to adapt to the world according to environmental science. Implement a transformation program to reduce the impacts on biodiversity, water resources, climate, and resources resulting from company activities.
Empowering the business environment to be sustainable
Bringing customers, suppliers, and consumers together is the company’s responsibility. L’Oréal sets goals in this area. Allowing consumers to choose products that align with their values is essential. It started with a subsidiary brand, “Garnier,” allowing customers to assess a product’s impact.
Solve global challenges
In the past, transgender women have always faced imbalances from global social crises—especially the risk of unemployment, loss of income facing violence in the country, or even sexual violence. L’Oréal has always been committed to supporting women’s rights. Therefore, especially a new mission has been established to help women. The company has set up a €50 million charity fund to support the operations of local organizations and charities aimed at eliminating poverty. Help and support women in social and professional aspects. Ready to provide urgent assistance to women refugees and women with disabilities, including preventing and assisting victims of violence.
Tackling climate change is an urgent agenda. L’Oréal has invested €100 million to set up a fund, L’Oréal Fund for Nature Regeneration, to address its impact and meet its recovery goals. One million acres of degraded ecosystems, capturing 15-20 million tons of carbon dioxide and promoting the creation of hundreds of new jobs by 2030.
The budget was divided into two parts: the first 50 million euros will restore damaged natural ecosystems, especially water and forest environments.
On the other hand, another 50 million euros will go towards financing projects related to the circular economy. Prepare to support the development of new solutions and business models, especially in the recycling and plastic waste management group.
The aforementioned “L’Oréal for the Future” sustainability projects cover all L’Oréal brands. Therefore, it benefits consumers who want to choose beauty products that are good for the world. In Thailand, L’Oréal has 15 brands in various groups: L’Oreal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, Lancome, Biotherm, Giorgio Armani, Kiehl’s, Chu Uemura, Yves Saint Laurent, It Cosmetics, L’Oreal Pro. Fessional, Kerestas, La Roche-Posay, Vichy and Ceravie.
Nokia committed to supporting Thailand’s industry in its 5G transformation journey
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Nongluck Ajanapanya
Thailand’s digital economy is growing rapidly, which will increase the potential market for its most recent 5G innovation solutions, according to telecom and IT tech company Nokia.
Ajay Sharma, Head of Nokia Thailand and Cambodia, said during an exclusive media roundtable that Thailand is one of the largest markets in Southeast Asia due to aggressive policies to support digital transformation.
“The government of Thailand has long emphasised the use of technology to create additional opportunities and make Thailand a regional centre for digital affairs, with a focus on deploying 5G technology in driving economic growth across multiple sectors including public health, education, transportation and agriculture,” said Sharma.
Furthermore, Thai consumers are actively seeking to adopt 5G networks. The number of 5G subscriptions in Thailand is expected to reach 14 million by 2025, according to statista.com. Meanwhile, mobile 5G subscriptions in Oceania, East, and Southeast Asia are expected to account for 2.81 per cent of all 5G connections worldwide in 2025.
He noted that as one of the earliest markets to launch 5G in the Asia Pacific region, Thailand is committed to leveraging 5G for economic and social development.
“We have long developed this technology at the early stage, therefore we don’t want to miss the opportunity to be Thailand’s credible 5G partnership,” stated Sharma.
He defined 5G ecosystem drivers as falling into three categories: consumer, enterprise, and industry. Nokia will prioritise the industry sector, believing that the metaverse will drive up to a ninefold increase in bandwidth consumption in industrial and enterprise data usage by 2030.
Enterprise and industrial 5G usage differ from consumer usage. He noted that they require more private wireless connections and data storage, as well as low latency and consistent signal.
Sharma said Thailand’s industry will be Nokia’s shining market.
“We promise to support Thai enterprises in their 5G transformation journey by addressing many of the critical network innovation and automation needs,” Sharma said.
He added that Nokia will keep working to deliver enterprise solutions and improve Thailand’s enterprise and industrial ecosystems. It is committed to providing purpose-built solutions for the digitalisation of Industry 4.0 and beyond.
To confirm its commitment, Nokia has showcased its latest several 5G-enabled applications and solutions that demonstrated how 5G can deliver uncompromised performance for CSPs and enterprises.
The company also demonstrated its market-leading position in RAN, IP, optics, cloud technologies and enterprise business to provide mission-critical solutions for enterprise customers in Thailand, as well as the company’s sustainable solutions to reduce CO2 emissions and energy costs to enable overall better quality of life for Thailand.
The showcase was held on September 28 and 29 at Bangkok’s Samyan Mitrtown Hall as a part of “Byond Mobile”. In an effort to build a foundation for the country’s networked economy, the two-day exhibition and conference brought together business leaders from a range of industries, including health, agriculture, manufacturing, smart cities, and future mobility, internet, mobile communications, IT, and 5G.
Nokia is currently investing in approximately 130 countries worldwide. Since 2000, the company has invested US$130 billion in R&D and has established innovation centres in 17 countries.
With over 2,000 patent families and over 1,500 patent applications for new invention filed in 2021, Nokia is confident of maintaining its leadership position in the telecommunications and wireless network, Sharma concluded.
THAI has repaid THB1.67 billion debt on time, five unused planes to be sold
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Thai Airways International (THAI) has repaid 1.67 billion baht of its debts in time, with no defaults, the airline’s acting chief executive officer, Suvadhana Sibunruang, said on Thursday.
The repayment by the financially troubled national flag carrier included the principal amount and accrued interest for the period June 15 to September 14, according to him.
Suvadhana said that the administrators of THAI’s debt restructuring plan had made the payment to its creditors under court-ordered conditions.
As of August 15, a total of 1.67 billion baht has been repaid without any defaults, the acting CEO said.
Regarding the sale of THAI assets approved by the court, THAI has received US$114,000 (about 4.3 million baht) for two plane engines, representing 80 per cent of the price, Suvadhana said.
The plan administrators have resolved to sell the airline’s five unused planes for a total price of $23.4 million (889.2 million baht).
Also, they have approved the sale of three spare engines for $2.8 million (106.4 million baht)
The airline has agreed to sell the building and land of its Silom office to the highest bidder for 205.1 million baht. It has received 20.5 million deposit for the purchase.
THAI plans new luggage allowance rules for passengers with effect from April 1
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
THE NATION
Thai Airways International (THAI) is changing its passenger luggage allowance from overall weight to number of pieces with limited weight for tickets bought from next month, but for flights from April 1, 2023.
In its internal announcement to its ticket-selling partners, THAI said the new luggage rules will be applied to advance tickets sold from October 15 and will be come into effect from April 1 next year.
The new rules will be applied to flights within the TC3 zone (Asia, Australia and New Zealand) and between TC3 zone and TC2 zone (Europe, Africa and the Middle East).
The new rules will grant luggage rights as follows:
● First-class passenger allowed to check in three pieces of luggage (with ceiling of 32kg per piece)
● Business-class passenger allowed two pieces of luggage (32 kg/piece)
● Special economy-class passenger allowed two pieces of luggage (23kg/piece)
● Y/B/M economy-class two pieces (23kg/piece)
● Other economy class one piece (23kg/piece)
● Royal Orchid Plus Platinum Member Extra allowed 3 pieces (23kg/piece)
● ROP & Star Alliance Gold Member Extra allowed 2 pieces (23kg/piece)
● ROP Silver Member Extra allowed one piece (23kg/pc).
THAI has yet to make an official announcement of the new luggage rules on its website for passengers.
Ministry says inflation peaked in August, prices lower for rest of year
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
THE NATION
Thailand’s inflation rate has peaked and will remain below 6.5 per cent for the whole year, according to the Commerce Ministry.
The ministry’s Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO) said on Thursday that inflation had soared in recent months, driven by international conflict and economic measures in foreign countries. This had driven up energy and food costs, resulting in higher retail prices in Thailand, it said.
Inflation peaked at 7.86 per cent in August and has been slowing since then, TPSO director Ronnarong Poonphiphat said. Inflation was being controlled by government measures, including asking product manufacturers to cap prices, he added.
Ronnarong predicted that raising the daily minimum wage on October 1 would have a minimal effect on inflation, as only a small proportion of manufacturing workers are on minimum wage. He said employers were expected to implement wage-management strategies to keep their costs from rising further.
Raising the fuel tariff should have hiked inflation by 0.78 per cent but government fuel subsidies and other measures had limited the rise to 0.25 per cent, he added.
Energy prices were the main driver of inflation up to August, rising 30.5 per cent over the previous six months.
Ronnarong said the improving economic situation and declining inflation were reflected in the Bank of Thailand’s move to raise the policy interest rate from 0.75 per cent to 1 per cent on Wednesday. The TPSO reckoned the 0.25 percentage point rise will dampen inflation by 0.04 to 0.12 per cent.
“TPSO estimates that Thailand’s headline inflation this year will not exceed 6.5 per cent and be within our estimated range of 5.5 to 6.6 per cent,” said Ronnarong.
However, factors that required monitoring included fluctuating energy prices, flooding that could affect agricultural output, and the weakening of baht, he added.
BOT admits printing error in one lot of 20-baht notes, tells public no need to panic
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
THE NATION
The Bank of Thailand (BOT) on Thursday admitted that there was a discrepancy in the Thai and English numerals in the serial number of a lot of 20-baht bank notes.
The central bank’s deputy governor, Wachira Aromdee, said the lot, which has been printed by De La Rue International Limited (DLR), has different Thai and English numerals in the serial number.
She said after the central bank found the discrepancy in the printing, it ordered a halt to the release of the remaining notes from the lot to commercial banks.
The central bank is now retrieving the 20-baht notes from the lot already in circulation, she added
Wachira said the public needed not panic as the notes with the printing error could be used as normal cash. If anyone finds notes with a discrepancy in the serial numbers, they could exchange them at commercial banks or financial institutions.
She said the unusual error had led to the printed notes escaping detection under the normal process.
Wachirra said DLR had pledged to cooperate with the central bank to investigate the cause of the error to prevent similar occurrences in the future and DLR would work with the central bank to address the issue.
Focus on renewable energy, waste management critical, says Deloitte, as report lauds Thailand’s BCG model
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Nongluck Ajanapanya
Deloitte has praised Thailand for initiating the Bio-Circular-Green economy (BCG) model, but urged the country to quickly implement renewable energy policies and effective waste management in order to be one of the region’s leading green countries.
Deloitte’s positive comments came during the company’s launch on Thursday of its new report, “Southeast Asia Sustainability Ambitions 2022”. The report outlines the sustainability challenges that Southeast Asian countries face, as well as the government’s ambitions to address these challenges.
The US-Asean Business Council and Deloitte Center for the Edge collaborated on a study that focuses on detailed insights on Southeast Asian countries into five key sustainability factors: energy and climate, biodiversity, water, waste, and gender equality. These factors were chosen by US-Asean Business Council members.
Duleesha Kulasooriya, managing director, Centre for the Edge, Deloitte Southeast Asia, stated during the online video conference that Thailand is outperforming its neighbours in all five areas. However, waste management is Thailand’s main concern now because the country ranks sixth in the world among plastic waste polluters of oceans.
Furthermore, urbanisation and climate change are current challenges to the country’s development. In 2020, slightly more than half of the population will live in cities, and the country’s urbanisation rate has been decreasing over the last decade.
Kulasooriya pointed out that with a sizeable proportion of the population living in rural areas, persistent challenges such as water service provision and municipal waste management remain. He also stated that climate change is causing extreme weather patterns, exacerbating and compounding these issues.
He suggested that Thailand empower the labour force while the country transitions from a developing to a developed one under the “Thailand 4.0” goal.
Drew Hasson, director (sustainability) of the US-Asean Business Council, said it is a critical and multifaceted challenge that touches on issues such as biodiversity, water, waste, and gender equality. Public-private partnerships will be critical in assisting Thailand and Asean in meeting these challenges, he said.
Kasiti Ketsuriyonk, sustainability and climate leader, Deloitte Thailand, added that Thailand’s BCG model highlights opportunities for the private and public sectors to collaborate to achieve Thailand’s net-zero economy commitment. Thailand, on the other hand, will require more investment and a strengthened ecosystem for both economic and technological solution development to keep the country on track in its decarbonisation journey.
Furthermore, he stated that there are numerous opportunities for collaboration between the public and private sectors in the areas of biomass-powered electricity generation, food waste valorisation alternatives, and wastewater network expansion through infrastructure projects and technical capacity building in order to build a sustainable and economically successful future for Thailand.
The report provides an overview of Southeast Asia and features a detailed analysis of nine countries — including Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
Kulasooriya stated that countries in Southeast Asia, due to geographical location and developing natural ecosystem, are more vulnerable to climate change than the rest of Asia Pacific.
“If Asean governments take decisive action on climate commitments, collaborate with the private sector, and mobilise grassroots action to address climate and sustainability issues, they will have the potential to fuel new growth engines in Southeast Asia. However, if Asean countries do nothing, they will cause damage of more than $28 trillion,” he said.
Central bank chief voices concern over increasing insecurity for young Thais
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
The Thai central bank chief has voiced concern over worsening security in the economy, society and the environment that is troubling young people.
Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput said on Thursday that the young generation serves as a key force behind the country’s development but they are experiencing insecurity in many ways.
He pointed out that when compared to previous generations, young Thais today were in a time of slower economic growth and rapid global changes, making it difficult for them to stay updated. Also, compared to previous generations, many people have debt at a young age.
“Half of the people in their 30s have credit card debts stemming from their consumption. One-fifth of people with bad debts are those aged 29 and below. They are in the working age and just starting a new family,” Sethaput said.
He was speaking at the central bank’s annual seminar on “Strengthening Economic and Financial Foundations for the Next Generation”.
Regarding social insecurity, Sethaput said that young Thais are living at a time when the country is seeing a rise in violent social conflicts.
“What’s worrying is that social insecurity in Thailand does not appear to be decreasing in the future,” the central bank governor said.
Instead, conflicts appear to be worsening due to extreme views and biased feelings spread repeatedly among people with the same opinions through the “echo chamber”, he added.
Sethaput pointed out that environmental insecurity was caused by worsening climate change, which is damaging economies and people’s livelihoods across the world.
He said Thailand is among the first countries to be affected by severe natural disasters while the country’s capacity in dealing with natural disasters is low, being ranked 39th among 48 countries assessed.
Environmental insecurity also includes food and human settlements, he said.
The lack of security in many ways is undermining young people’s future, aspirations, readiness and opportunity, according to the central bank chief.
ICONSIAM to stage vegetarian festival in grand style with extensive veggie offerings, activities, promotions
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
THE NATION
ICONSIAM have teamed up with four leading food business concerns to organise a grand vegetarian festival from today to October 4.
This event is a collaboration among ICONSIAM, Bangkok’s world-class riverside shopping centre; Thai Agri Foods PCL, the maker of Real Thai products; KCG Corporation; Thai Thepros PCL, the producer of Golden Mountain Sauce; and MMP Corporation.
The ‘ICONSIAM Jae Sathaan Phop,’ literally translated as the vegetarian {festival} that shivers the Earth, will be held at SOOKSIAM, the traditional Thai-themed marketplace on the G floor of ICONSIAM on the Thon Buri side of the capital. It will be offering more than 1,000 veggie dishes at the SOOKSIAM featuring lively Chinese style atmosphere with yellow lanterns and the Jae flags.
Mr. Supoj Chaiwatsirikul, Managing Director of ICONSIAM Co., Ltd., said the event is all about carrying on the long tradition of vegetarianism upheld by Thai people of Chinese descent to promote good health and making merit. The event is held under the concept of ‘Im Boon, Im Jai, Sukapap Dee’ (full of merit, satisfied and good health) to involve praying for blessings, eating veggie food, creating great merit and extending opportunities to the poor. Mr Supoj said: “The Vegetarian Festival is a long-standing tradition of Chinese people that dates back more than 400 years ago, taking place on the first day of the ninth lunar month according to the Chinese calendar and lasts for nine days.
“The Vegetarianism is very popular in Thailand, especially among Thai nationals of Chinese descent, as well as working and younger generations, and those who are health conscious.” What makes this year’s vegetarian event at SOOKSIAM so extraordinary is the collaboration with famous restaurants and beverage outlets located in ICONSIAM and SOOKSIAM to bring out their delicious and healthy offerings prepared in the styles of four Thai regions, to the fair.
Indulge in diverse veggie fare
The journey to the ICONSIAM Jae Sathan Phop begins at The Veranda zone, G floor, with JUMBO Seafood proudly presenting the tofu clay pot and vegetarian fried rice, while Café Chilli offering E-sarn style spicy vegetarian mushroom soup, stir-fried vegetarian Kratok Mee and vegetarian Larb Khao Pun. At Ros’niyom, it comes up with a wide-ranging vegetarian menu including Kanom Jeen Salad, basil-based dishes and Som Tam Salad.
Moving up to ICONSIAM’s second floor, Greyhound Café recommends appetisers in the popular street style with a mixture of grains, sweet corn, red beans, that come with a tri-flavoured ground nut dipping sauce, such as fried tofu, Tur Ka Ko (vegetarian pork knuckle), thin crust gyoza dumplings stuffed with vegetarian prawns served with secret recipe dipping sauce and relished with sliced yam bean and carrot, fried rice cooked with jasmine rice, meat-free sauce, guinea-pepper and vegetarian salted beef made from seasoned fried mushroom legs served with miso soup.
On the fifth floor, Hongbao presents stir fried vermicelli rice noodle, fried broccoli with mixed mushrooms, Fun Guo Dumplings with mixed vegetables filling Laem Charoen Seafood is highlighting simmered mushrooms and stir-fried vermicelli rice noodles with soy sauce. The Mae Sri Ruen Restaurant on the sixth floor will be serving delicious vegetarian dishes such as Im Bun Noodles, Vegetarian fresh spring rolls and vegetarian Pad Thai. On the same floor, Japanese-style restaurants such as SUSHI DEN and YAYOI Chef Experience & Sushi Bar take pleasure to offer vegetarian fare to celebrate this vegetarian festival as well.
For snacks and drinks, there are many famous shops to choose from such as Susan Croissant, offering ‘Banana is nuts’ Cookies made from bananas, avocados, adding texture with nuts and dried bananas; Noir with vegetarian cookies stuffed with chocolate chips, Black Forest vegetarian cookies stuffed with berry jam topping decorated with berries; carrot cake with chocolate sauce, carrot cake mixed ,with apples and bananas, and nuts thrown in to add texture, topped with chocolate jelly sauce. There are also shops like Bang Bao, GAGA, INNARI, Karun Thai Tea, KOI The, FUKU Matcha, Dakasi and Ang Bao offering vegetarian snacks and beverages.
Vegetarian fare from four Thai regions
Regional offerings at SOOKSIAM’s vegetarian festival are quite mind-boggling.
The North: Kao Soi Roasted Duck, Kanom Jeen Nam Ngiao, Nam Prik Ong, Nam Prik Num with fresh vegetables, Yam Naem Khao Tod with five kinds of mushroom, vegetarian pork rind and Puk sesame rice.
The South: Luk Yon rice porridge, Kua Kling, Southern-style vegetarian curry, and Phatthalung Sago.
The Central Plain: rice wrapped in lotus leaves, pineapple fried rice, Pat Pad Sian, Pat Mai Thong Pad Sian, Pat Nuad Mongkorn, Bua Sawan cabbage and shiitake mushrooms, and chili paste sets including Nam Prik Tar Daeng, Nang Phaya bean paste, tamarind paste with fresh vegetables, Lod Chong Wat Chet and Tabtim Krob.
The Northeast: Mushroom Laab, Som Tam Thai, Pla Lar Som Tam, Som Tam Thai, Fruit Som Tam, boiled rice sets with Phad Nam Liab, Gana Chai, and shredded mushrooms, and appetisers such as fried tofu, fried taro, fried radish, fried banana, among others.
Participants can also enjoy a variety of vegetarian dishes from eateries situated in SOOKSIAM such as The Heritage which is presenting Prune Muffin, Chia Almond Milk Pudding and Chia Pistachio Milk Pudding; Eat Pot offering Yen Ta For noodles and fried tofu; Siam Naemnueng with Pak Mor, Vietnamese style Vegetarian rice noodles, among others. Adding to the charm of the festival are offerings from the Chinese community in Ratchaburi Province such as a traditional black tofu of Teochew Chinese style in Photharam district; hand-made Golden Dragon noodles from Ban Pong District. Meanwhile, Chef Book will show the cooking of his special creation of ‘10,000-year Fried Noodles’ which promises the benefits of longevity.
Every Saturday and Sunday throughout the festival, there will be classical Thai dance performances about Hong Linda, Chinese fan dance by the Arts for Youth Association, Ramayana Khon mask dance on the battle episode, cultural performances like Lam Tad (Mae Sri Song Krueng) by the Central Folk Song Association, to name just a few. During the festival, famous chefs will show their culinary talents with the creation of a variety of vegetarian dishes prepared with products from Golden Mountain Sauce, KCG Corporation and Real Thai coconut milk. On September 23, M.L.Kwantip Devakula, aka Chef Pom, and Food Creator from Golden Mountain Sauce, will give a lesson on cooking noodles in gravy (Rad Na) with Truffle and ham in a vegetarian style. Meanwhile, Supamongkol Supapipat, KCG ambassador chef and Judge of TOP CHEF Thailand nicknamed Chef Art, will present Western-style vegetarian menu based on KCG’s Herbal gnocchi with pesto sauce.
The Stage will be show KCG ambassador chef, Chachaya Raktakanishta and Chief Judge of TOP Chef Thailand (Desserts) better known as Chef Bib, will stage a show on making Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake on October 2, 2022.
There will be demonstrations on preparing vegetarian dishes and desserts using Real Thai coconut milk, such as vegetarian Tom Kha Gai, Kanom Jeen Nam Ya, Bua Loi Nam Dokmai, Coconut Sago Smoothie and Khanom Piakpoon.
Another key highlight is the ‘Rong Jae Mor Yai’ activity that envisions all sponsors and parties involved in the festival cooking up tasty vegetarian dishes in big pots and pans for charity. A total of 2,600 boxes of those dishes will be distributed free of charge to medical personnel, staff and poor communities, throughout the festival’s period at 11 a.m. at 13 points such as Taksin Hospital, Suwan Temple, Suttharam Temple and Tha Din Daeng communities. Throughout the event, there are other interesting activities for everyone to take part including workshops, sale promotions with benefits for every 300-baht worth of purchase at ICONSIAM and SOOKSIAM, while ONESIAM SuperApp members are entitled to a choice of gift sets of Real Thai coconut milk, Golden Mountain sauce and KCG products when they complete a 200-baht purchase.
Furthermore, for purchase of 800-baht worth of goods at ICONSIAM and SOOKSIAM, and a 700-baht buy by ONESIAM SuperApp members, will get a free set of Real Thai coconut milk, Golden Mountain sauce and KCG products of their choice every day throughout the event. There are workshops lining up on September 24, 25 and 30 and October 1-2 to learn about making Bua Hima and Krong Kraeng Aun-ya Maneee desserts from the Real Thai coconut milk.
At the same time, everyone is invited to pay their respects to the Bodhisattva Guan Yin. Three Guan Yin Bodhisattvas images in the Pang (gesture) of giving a blessing, Pang Pan Korn (with a thousand hands) and Pang sitting on a peacock will be present at SOOKSIAM for worship throughout the event.
He noted that as one of the earliest markets to launch 5G in the Asia Pacific region, Thailand is committed to leveraging 5G for economic and social development.
Sharma said Thailand’s industry will be Nokia’s shining market.
The company also demonstrated its market-leading position in RAN, IP, optics, cloud technologies and enterprise business to provide mission-critical solutions for enterprise customers in Thailand, as well as the company’s sustainable solutions to reduce CO2 emissions and energy costs to enable overall better quality of life for Thailand.
● First-class passenger allowed to check in three pieces of luggage (with ceiling of 32kg per piece)
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