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The Foreign Correspondents' Club of Thailand hosts a variety of events which encourage conversation on tough topics. Our clubhouse hosts panel discussions and book launches on events in Thailand and throughout the region, where both members and non-members come to engage in stimulating conversations and meet interesting people. Come join us!
The FCCT is not just for correspondents - in fact, most of our members are not news people. For more than 60 years, the FCCT has played a vanguard role as the ASEAN region's most active press club. The Club advocates press freedom as a cornerstone of civil society in emerging democracies and is a vital venue for an open exchange of information.
A past FCCT president even came up with the slogan, "You don't have to be foreign and you don't have to be a correspondent". We are a very diverse club and welcome all.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Thailand's energy costs shifting: What's next?Foreign Correspondents Club, Khet Pathum Wan
JustPow is hosting a crucial event addressing Thailand's evolving energy landscape. At this event, the groundbreaking new report, "Thailand: A Techno-economic Analysis of Power Generation," by BloombergNEF (BNEF), will be unveiled.
The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current and future costs of Thailand's energy mix -- encompassing gas, solar, wind, hydrogen, CCUS and small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) -- within the critical context of achieving net-zero emissions.
Are rising electricity bills an unavoidable reality? This crucial report exposes the potential financial pitfalls of Thailand's increasing reliance on gas and LNG imports. However, it also illuminates a promising path forward: the compelling economic viability of clean renewable energy with solar power and battery storage poised to become more cost-effective than new fossil fuel plants within the next few years. The report further challenges the economic and environmental effectiveness of costly retrofitting options like hydrogen and CCS in the pursuit of Net Zero.
Following the report's presentation, JustPow invites you to an insightful panel discussion: "Thailand's Energy Costs Shifting: What's Next?" Experts will delve into the report's findings and explore the critical choices Thailand must make to secure a sustainable and affordable energy future.
Join us at the FCCT clubhouse or via Facebook Live to hear from:
Representative from BloombergNEF.
Supawan Saelim, project manager, energy policy Southeast Asia, Agora Energiewende.
Arthit Vechakij, vice chairman of renewable energy industry club, Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Chaphamon Chantarapongphan, deputy managing director, business development, Super Energy Corp PCL.
Moderator: Rapeepat Ingkasit, research consultant, Climate Finance Network Thailand (CFNT).
All proceedings will be held in English, with Thai translation provided via headphones.
Please register to attend the event here. https://forms.gle/cAya2WmsUS9EVgy5AThis is not an FCCT-organized event.
Free and open to all.
- Democratic jungle: The invisible struggles of the workers who power our worldForeign Correspondents Club, Khet Pathum Wan
| We live in a world where everything we need -- products, services and workspaces -- is readily available. Yet, it has become all too easy to overlook the hidden struggles of those who make it all possible. As technology connects us across vast distances, it has also distanced us from the individuals who power our daily lives.
Their reality, often marked by exploitation, inequality and suffering, is overshadowed by the corporate language of "ethical sourcing," "fair trade," "social impact," and "sustainability."
These words fill boardrooms and marketing campaigns, crafting a vision of progress. But what about the workers behind the scenes -- those whose well-being is rarely considered in the definitions of "wellness" or "eco-friendly" labor conditions?
Too often, we hear: "At least they have a job" or “It is cultural.” But would that answer be enough if it were your daughter, your mother or your grandfather working under these conditions?
This exhibition challenges us to rethink the systems we participate in, to confront the human cost of convenience and to ask: How can we create a more just and equitable world for those who remain unseen?
Nathalie Jamois is a French photojournalist based in Bangkok since 2008, documenting the social, cultural and political landscapes of Southeast Asia. With a sharp documentary approach, her work captures the complexities of human stories -- focusing on resilience, identity and the forces shaping contemporary society. Whether immersed in the energy of city streets or sharing quiet moments with her subjects, her images reveal both the visible and the unseen, inviting viewers to engage with the deeper narratives behind each frame. Covering everything from social movements to corporate and cultural events, she strives to create visual stories that inform, challenge perceptions and spark dialogue. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Guardian, Le Figaro, Rolling Stone and by groups like Amnesty International, and more, bringing attention to the intricate realities of the region through a lens of authenticity and depth.
Panel will include Nathalie Jamois, and additional persons to be announced.
Moderator: Phil Robertson, FCCT board member.
Members who wish to book in advance should email info@fccthai.com or call the FCCT office on 02-652-0580.
| Exhibition duration -- May 24 to June 20, 2025 (free and open to all). |
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