Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha attends the 11th Asia-Europe Summit (Asem) which ends today in Ulan Bator, Mongolia. Maj Gen Werachon said Gen Prayut suggested countries under Asem consider using the sufficiency economy philosophy, initiated by His Majesty the King, to achieve their goals. (Government House photo)Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is urging European and Asian countries to jointly combat economic and environmental problems. Thailand currently chairs the Group of 77, an intergovernmental organisation consisting of 134 developing nations which aim to jointly develop their economies. Though the G-77 members have increased to 134, the original name is retained due to its historical significance.

Source: Bangkok Post July 16, 2016 00:00 UTC