Asia Social Issues

Effecting Green Innovation on Competitive Advantage: Thailand’s Manufacturing Industry

2024-11-01T09:55:52+07:00

Manufacturing firms deploy green innovation in various activities, allowing them to create a competitive advantage through green supplier development and green orientation. As such, this study aims to explore the significant effects of green innovation, green supplier development, and green manufacturing orientation toward competitive advantage and to increase manufacturing firms’ awareness of the impact of green business practices on a firm’s competitive advantage. The research methodology was done by (1) equally cluster sampling of the 402 target manufacturers, (2) researcher collecting online data across six regions of Thailand, (3) performing construct validity by confirmatory factor analysis, and (4) testing the two-level factor structure by PROCESS models 4 and 14 assuming that green innovation can enhance a firm’s competitive advantage when green supplier development is reinforced alongside a strong green manufacturing orientation. It was found that the linkage between green innovation and competitive advantage through green supplier development is positive when a manufacturer deploys either a strong or weak green orientation. Furthermore, the result reveals that deploying a strong green orientation has a substantially greater effect on competitive advantage. Thus, the manufacturer is imperative in emphasizing green orientation to enhance its competitive advantage.

Guidelines for Developing the Learning Process of Empathy Card for Patients and Caregivers in the Context of Thai Society

2024-02-06T15:50:52+07:00

The Empathy card for Patients and Caregivers, known as the Rainy Card, was meticulously crafted by Peaceful Death, and it holds a significant place in the context of Thai Society. This tool is used for listening and caring for patients and caregivers, and its detailed steps were designed for organizing one-on-one learning. This study was qualitative research based on phenomenological methodology, aimed to investigate the attitudes of facilitators, patients, and caregivers based on direct Rainy Card learning experiences and investigate the guidelines for improving the Rainy Card learning process for mental health care of patients and caregivers in the Thai context. The primary data collection was an in-depth interview. There were 47 participants, including 21 facilitators, 10 patients, and 16 caregivers, all with experience in the Rainy Card learning process. The results of the study have been summarized to illustrate the benefits of the card, including: 1) Being listened to gives a pleasant sensation, 2) Accepting the truth, 3) Self-understanding, 4) Understanding others, 5) Daily life and relationships with others. Furthermore, the findings in developing guidelines for organizing the learning process revealed important skills for the Rainy Card learning process, as follows: 1) Listening skills, 2) Interaction with service recipients, 3) Procedures to organize the process, 4) Deep self-observation, 5) Utilizing different tools to organize the learning process, 6) Group learning process. In addition, the research team presented basic concepts for implementing the Rainy Card learning process in the organization of a learning process, including obstacles, precautions, and recommendations for its improvement.

Legal Politics in the Indonesian Presidential System: How to Leverage Potential of Asset Forfeiture Bill for Corruption Eradication?

2024-11-27T09:54:47+07:00

This study examines the potential for the ratification of the Asset Forfeiture Bill in Indonesia, particularly by the Parliament for the 2024-2029 period, and its role in the eradication of corruption. The analysis includes the legal politics of law formation in Indonesia, the political party coalition composition in the 2024-2029 Parliament (MAP). and the potential for the promulgation of the Asset Forfeiture Bill. This research employs a qualitative method using juridical normative approaches, with legal and conceptual analyses. Primary legal materials include laws, while secondary legal materials encompass rulings, journals, and books. The data are analyzed through the lens of Legal Politics theory. The study indicate that the House of Representatives and the President in Indonesia can initiate the Bill. Furthermore, the President can also make a Perppu. However, any presidential initiative requires approval from the DPR. The position of the DPR is crucial, reflecting the dominant role of the legislative institution. The composition of the KIM coalition in Parliament increases the likelihood of passing the Asset Forfeiture Bill. However, passing the Asset Forfeiture Bill could potentially criminalize and delegitimize the law, so it is necessary to emphasize enforcing the LHKPN law.This study examines the potential for the ratification of the Asset Forfeiture Bill in Indonesia, particularly by the Parliament for the 2024-2029 period, and its role in the eradication of corruption. The analysis includes the legal politics of law formation in Indonesia, the political party coalition composition in the 2024-2029 Parliament (MAP). and the potential for the promulgation of the Asset Forfeiture Bill. This research employs a qualitative method using juridical normative approaches, with legal and conceptual analyses. Primary legal materials include laws, while secondary legal materials encompass rulings, journals, and books. The data are analyzed through the lens of Legal Politics theory. The study indicate that the House of Representatives and the President in Indonesia can initiate the Bill. Furthermore, the President can also make a Perppu. However, any presidential initiative requires approval from the DPR. The position of the DPR is crucial, reflecting the dominant role of the legislative institution. The composition of the KIM coalition in Parliament increases the likelihood of passing the Asset Forfeiture Bill. However, passing the Asset Forfeiture Bill could potentially criminalize and delegitimize the law, so it is necessary to emphasize enforcing the LHKPN law.

Using Problem-Solving Methods to Improve Mathematics Learning Achievement for Primary School Students

2024-06-04T15:20:36+07:00

This study investigates the effectiveness of the problem-solving method in enhancing mathematics performance among fourth-grade primary school students in Shanghai. Integrating quantitative and qualitative research methods offers a nuanced understanding of the methodology’s impact on student learning. Utilizing a rigorous mixed-methods approach, the study meticulously develops a problem-solving model grounded in the latest curriculum standards, ensuring its alignment with contemporary educational objectives. The study quantitatively and qualitatively assesses the impact of this methodology. With 80 students, including 20 in an experimental group, pre-tests and post-tests show that the method significantly stimulates learning interest, promotes logical thinking, and improves mathematics performance. Notably, the qualitative data illustrates how problem-solving pedagogy can be helpful and understandable in the primary maths classroom, revealing a shift from passive learning to active engagement.In conclusion, this study provides new perspectives and effective strategies to enhance primary school students’ learning ability in mathematics, which has important theoretical and practical significance.

Nature of Civil Society Engagement in Environmental Movement in Bangladesh: From the Perspective of NGOs’ Self-Evaluation

2025-01-24T09:15:35+07:00

Civil society is engaged in different developmental activities to ensure a sustainable environment in developing countries. Observers can see civil society participating in the environmental movement at both national and international levels in the South. Bangladesh is one of the most environmentally vulnerable developing countries and civil society may be actively involved in environmental protection, management, and development. The present study aims to trace the nature of civil society engagements in the environmental movement in Bangladesh. The study is qualitative research. Researchers analyzed data from a survey on 25 environmental civil society organizations, 10 key informant interviews (KIIs), and newspaper reports. Civil society activities have been analyzed particularly from three levels: policy level, media level, and grassroots level. The study findings show that civil society’s involvement in environmental issues is more vivid at the grassroots and media levels than at the policy levels. Their influence on whether central or local political decisions are very weak. Civil Society needs to empower its capacity to play a decisive role in environmental policy decisions and the policy implementation process.

Nut Yim Sex Dating and Categorizing Agency of Thai Gay Men

2024-07-18T15:55:59+07:00

This article aims to understand the agency of Thai gay men who use sex dating applications and social media to meet up and have sex on various occasions. The method in this study used the internet and virtual ethnography and information found on Twitter websites, Palm Plaza, and Pantip web boards where gay men write messages introducing themselves and announcing their search sex. Katherine Frank’s notion that agency is formed and negotiated through dynamic social interaction extends to explain how Thai gay men’s agency formation and reorganization rest on categorizing practices. It has been found that four categorized areas-sexual roles, masculine bodies, relationships, and gender expression help Thai gay men understand how well a relationship and sex might work. These areas provide insight into the physical and emotional potential and limitations they have with the person they are interacting with and in immediate contact.

Comparative Analysis of Tourism Policies Among ASEAN Member Countries: A Documentary Research Approach

2024-08-20T09:33:07+07:00

This research article examines Thailand’s tourism rivals, Singapore, and Malaysia’s tourism policies. Using a qualitative research approach, this study conducted a documentary analysis of gray literature available in the online public domain from 2020 to 2024. The sources included government white papers, tourism strategic planning documents, government tourism agency websites, online media news releases, and official tourism commercials available on social media platforms. This study employed a comparative policy framework, modifying the OECD’s structure in the process. The findings revealed that Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia have a primary objective of prioritizing sustainable tourism. These three countries have created organizations dedicated to promoting tourism to sell their offerings effectively. Nevertheless, the disparity among these three countries lies in the limitations imposed on tourism resources, which in turn impact the allocation of budgets and implementing tourism plans and programs in each country. The findings and discussion provide valuable strategic insights for the future formulation of tourism policies. This study provides valuable insights from Thailand tourism rivalries’ comparative analysis, which serves as a foundation for tourism-related authorities to design tourism policies and promote tourism growth in Thailand.

Causal Factors Influencing Decision-Making Use Environmentally Friendly Building Materials of Construction Business Operators in Bangkok

2024-06-10T10:42:17+07:00

This study explores the decision-making processes among construction business operators in Bangkok regarding the use of environmentally friendly building materials, within the context of heightened global emphasis on environmental sustainability. In response to increasing consumer awareness of environmental impacts, particularly in the residential housing sector, this research aimed to identify the causal factors influencing these decisions. Employing quantitative methods, the study analyzed responses from 320 legally registered construction contractors who had used eco-friendly materials in at least five housing projects during 2023. Data were gathered via questionnaires and analyzed using a structural equation model. The findings indicate that the primary determinants of material choice were the operators’ skills and product trust, with the former showing the most decisive influence. The 4Ps marketing mix and service quality followed these factors in significance. The insights provided by this research are crucial for manufacturers, contractors, and regulatory bodies aiming to promote the adoption of sustainable materials in Thailand’s construction industry, thereby enhancing environmental conservation and reducing pollution from building activities.

Local Food Identity and Sustainable Commercial Production: Food Business Entrepreneurs in Chanthaburi Province, Thailand

2024-06-05T11:50:11+07:00

Local food identity highlights the unique qualities of regional cuisine. This research investigates entrepreneurs’ commercial production of locally distinct foods in Chanthaburi Province, Thailand. Using qualitative methods, data was collected through document analysis, surveys, and in-depth interviews with 65 local food establishments. The findings reveal that most entrepreneurs (52.31%) operate small-scale household businesses with at most five employees. Key ingredients include cardamom (8.93%), cowa leaves (6.19%), durian (6.19%), calamondin (5.50%), mangosteen (4.47%), pepper (4.47%), and Etlingera pavieana (3.09%). The commercialization of local food in Chanthaburi primarily focuses on savory dishes (76.92%), with desserts (8.79%), snacks (7.69%), and beverages (6.59%) making up the rest. The most popular savory dish is MooChamuang curry, accounting for 23.88% of menu items. Guidelines for enhancing local food production include improving food standards, promoting healthy diets, supporting the local food movement, advancing gastronomy tourism, and adopting the Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economic model for sustainability. These findings offer valuable insights for entrepreneurs and stakeholders looking to advance the local food industry and inform strategies for sustainable development.

The Development of a Model for Health Resort Businesses to Take Care of Health and Support the Aging Society by Creating High-Value Services for Small Hotel Businesses

2023-11-21T14:37:55+07:00

This research aimed to: 1) study the process of developing a health resort business model; 2) create a health resort business model; and 3) propose guidelines for developing a health resort business model that supports the aging society by providing high-value services for small hotel businesses. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining quantitative and qualitative research. For the quantitative aspect, questionnaires were administered to 400 older people, and the data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. In contrast, the qualitative aspect involved in-depth interviews with representatives from small hotels, hospital, Sub-district Administrative Organization, and public health officials at Sub-district Health Promoting Hospital, involving 100 individuals. The qualitative data were subjected to content analysis. The findings revealed that: the elderly engaged in health promotion and care activities such as disease prevention, rehabilitation, and medical treatment. They required health services in terms of physical, economic, social, and mental/emotional aspects. Health resorts were found to effectively care for the elderly by providing a supportive environment, emergency preparedness, expert care, and appropriate facilities. Guidelines for developing health resort prototypes emphasize reliability, proper licensing, comprehensive facilities, a good environment, food and activities, safety standards, and alternative medicine services to address health issues.