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Chadchart tackles arborist shortage, sets citywide tree standards
Online Reporters, Published on 30/04/2026
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt on Wednesday met arborists to address a shortage of trained specialists and unveil standard guidelines and a citywide tree database to protect the capital’s canopy from construction-related damage.
Promenade a bad bet
Oped, Editorial, Published on 30/04/2026
» At a glance, riverside walkways, biking routes and a public park seem a perfect combination for a city development project. However, without proper consultation with stakeholders, it could turn into a nightmare.
Election Commission gears up for three high-profile polls
Post Reporters, Published on 29/04/2026
» The Election Commission (EC) says it is ready to hold simultaneous local elections for the Bangkok governor, Bangkok Metropolitan Council members and the Pattaya mayor on June 28.
Chaiwat 'chosen' for city race
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 29/04/2026
» The People's Party (PP) has reportedly selected Chaiwat Sathawornwichit, a party deputy leader, as its candidate for Bangkok governor, with an official unveiling scheduled for May 5.
Lumpini Park as Bangkok’s urban anchor
BitesizeBKK, Published on 28/04/2026
» Bangkok's urban anchor and the original keeper of green spaces, Lumpini Park, turns 100 years old this week. The park, synonymous with the city's public green space and etched in our memories since our youth or growing up in Bangkok, has really seen it all.
Bangkok gets better
Oped, Postbag, Published on 24/04/2026
» Re: "What's up, governor?", (Editorial, April 23). The editorial presents a cautious view of Chadchart Sittipunt's tenure, but risks overlooking the scale of everyday improvements across the city.
Their Majesties to honour legacy of King Vajiravudh
Post Reporters, Published on 23/04/2026
» Their Majesties the King and Queen will preside over the Lumpini Park Centenary Celebration on Saturday, honouring the legacy of King Vajiravudh (Rama VI), who established the country’s first public park in 1922, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).
What's up, governor?
Oped, Editorial, Published on 23/04/2026
» The countdown to the Bangkok gubernatorial election has begun as incumbent Chadchart Sittipunt is set to complete his four-year term late next month.
Chadchart eyes another term in office
Post Reporters, Published on 20/04/2026
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt plans to announce his bid for re-election as an independent before his term ends next month.
Thumbs up for Lumpini
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/04/2026
» Two recent developments at Lumpini Park offer a solid proof that when the public and private sectors collaborate to address community needs, the results are nothing short of spectacular.