Is It Time to Revive the Fin-Free Thailand Campaign?

…ople know about the issue, the greater the pressure for change. Support Fin-Free Businesses: Encourage local restaurants and businesses to join the Fin-Free movement. By choosing to go fin-free, they not only make an ethical and environmental statement but also attract conscious consumers who value sustainability. Get Involved: Consider volunteering or donating to organizations dedicated to shark conservation and ocean protection. Your support can…

Internship opportunities

…p at Rapid Asia could be an ideal start for you. Rapid Asia is looking for open-minded, motivated and passionate individuals, from around the world, who can bring different ideas and perspectives to our diverse project teams. We accept applications throughout the year. Eligibility criteria for the internship program: The following eligibility criteria apply to both local and foreign applicants. Have a university degree or be enrolled in university…

Encouraging regular migration from Myanmar to Thailand

…igration. Figure 1. GDP growth in Thailand from 1985 to 2022 (ThaiWebsites.com) The large-scale labour migration from neighbouring countries has transitioned Thailand from a net-sending to a net-receiving nation for migrant labour. At the same time, Thailand has experienced the lowest population growth rate (0.2% annually) and second-lowest total fertility rate (1.5 children per female) in Southeast Asia. Hence, the demand for migrant labour in Th…

Are you eating endangered sharks?

…aintain a healthy shark population. The full report report can be found here. If you found this article useful, please remember to ‘Like’ and share on social media and hit the ‘Follow’ button never to miss an article. You may also find this blog of interest: Is It Time To Revive The Fin-Free Thailand Campaign? About the authors:  Daniel Lindgren is the Founder of Rapid Asia Co., Ltd., a management consultancy firm based in Bangkok that specialises…

Thailand automotive workforce need upskilling

…d certified courses. To be successful, collaboration will be important and examples of past success include public-private partnership, collaboration with vocational training institutions, and trade union involvement on training such as rights-based training and inclusive workforce development. If you found this article useful, please remember to ‘Like’ and share on social media and hit the ‘Follow’ button never to miss an article. To read more ab…

Decent work means responsible business in the automotive sector

…bargaining, discrimination, and unfavourable practices in small and medium-sized enterprises. The report has shown that the Thai automotive manufacturing supply chain stands at a critical juncture. All stakeholders need to collaborate to address these disparities and strengthening freedom of association, collective bargaining, and social dialogue to pave the way for a more inclusive and sustainable future. If you found this article useful, please…

High out-of-pocket expenditures on prescription drugs in Vietnam

…ts’ perceptions of pharmaceuticals could help the government identify shortcomings of current processes. This in turn could open opportunities for future revision of regulations determining drug procurement, prices, and prescription standards. If you found this article useful, please remember to ‘Like’ and share on social media, and hit the ‘Follow’ button to never miss an article. About the authors:  Daniel Lindgren is the Founder of Rapid Asia C…

Why employers risk employing undocumented migrants

…bouring countries. During this time, Thailand transformed itself from a net-sending to a net-receiving nation for migrant labour. Thailand also experienced demographic changes with the lowest population growth rate (0.2% annually) and second-lowest total fertility rate (1.5 children per female) in Southeast Asia. Hence, the demand for migrant labour has continued until today. A multi-stakeholder report focusing on Myanmar reported that as of April…

DNA-BASED SPECIES IDENTIFICATION OF SHARK FINS TRADED IN THAI MARKETS

…In late 2023, Rapid Asia contributed to conducting a survey for WildAid’s shark fin trade project in Thailand. Thailand is one of the most significant markets for the shark fin trade. This research aims to investigate the demand for shark fins in the local Thai markets and better understand the species composition of shark fin products. To read more about this report, please click here….