Philanthropy must dive deeperListen to this articleA marine scientist checks the condition of coral reefs in Moo Koh Similan Marine National Park, Phangnga province, on Wednesday. To unlock meaningful progress, philanthropic contributions must align with shared priorities and reinforce one another, rather than operate in isolation. By funding feasibility studies, regulatory groundwork, and initial project preparation, philanthropy acts as risk capital, reducing uncertainty and attracting public and private investment. The real opportunity for philanthropy lies in turning shared objectives into coordinated action through platforms that help clarify priorities and develop investment-ready opportunities. My own organisation, the Philanthropy Asia Alliance, aims to achieve this through our annual Philanthropy Asia Summit and the Blue Oceans Community initiative, which bring funders and partners together to mobilise co-investment for Asia-focused solutions.

Source: Bangkok Post January 22, 2026 23:35 UTC