https://rsuir-library.rsu.ac.th/handle/123456789/202 2026-01-18T14:31:45Z https://rsuir-library.rsu.ac.th/handle/123456789/2065 Title: Thailands smart agriculture and its impacts on Thai farmers a case study of smart agriculture in Ayutthaya Province Authors: Yanisa Meechoovet Abstract: Smart agriculture driven by technologies is one of the agriculture strategies under the 20-year Thailand’s national strategy, laid out in 2018, on competitive enhancement strategy which has been developed to achieve value-added agriculture and improve Thai agriculture to meet the global demand and to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations (UN). This study examines Thai agricultural sector’s problems by using agriculture sector in Ayutthaya Province as a case study. The study also examines the implementation of the smart agriculture in Ayutthaya Province by focusing on its advantages and disadvantages and offers appropriate solutions for greater development. The data were collected using semistructure interviews with 18 key informants who have relevant experience in the area of agriculture and smart agriculture technologies. The results of the interviews illustrated the current situation of the agricultural sector such as the problems of irrigation system management, high production cost, and a decline in the agricultural commodity prices. The results also indicated advantages and disadvantages of the smart agriculture used to develop Thai agricultural sector. The smart agriculture can help reduce the production costs, increase productivity in terms of quantity and quality, and help reduce the use of labor. However, some groups of farmers, especially the elderly, deny using the smart agriculture as it is costly, and they do not have sufficient background knowledge about technologies. The research also gives proper recommendations for improving the agricultural sector such as promoting and providing knowledge and training skills about smart agriculture to both farmers and the officers, preparing better access to loans for farmers and group of service providers, and adjusting government’s annual budget ceiling Description: Thesis (M.A. (Diplomacy and International Studies)) -- Rangsit University, 2022 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://rsuir-library.rsu.ac.th/handle/123456789/1780 Title: Banjul-Dakar relations : Impact of the casamance conflict Authors: Sambou, Philip Sabena Abstract: The Gambia and Senegal once shared a unique vision for a common destiny. This vision, however, was short-lived and therefore never realised. Despite such an unfortunate instance, these mutually dependent neighbours pend continued to close ranks and work together. Nevertheless, relations between them are far from being ideal due southern Senegal. This to The Gambia's complicit role in the Casamance conflict of study, therefore, is part of a growing body of knowledge of Casamance conflict in southern Senegal. Specifically, the research about the of the Casamance conflict on the relations between The result, therefore, the significance study examines the impacts Gambia and Senegal. As a of my research is to not only add to the already understanding of the relations between The Gambia and Senegal, but will contribute to greater understanding of the Casamance conflict and also stimulate where necessary, further research on the subject matter and on other perspectives of the Casamance conflict hitherto not dealt with. By examining the impacts of this peculiar conflict, I clarify the unfortunate situation experienced when instead of working hand-in-glove in finding common ground to solve the conflict; The Gambia and Senegal faces the real situation of grappling with diplomatic antipathy due to this conflict that is really affecting their relations, drifting them further apart. My piece of work attempts to solve this problem, drawing more attention to this phenomenon and underscoring the urgent need to put off the flames of the Casamance conflict and restore the trust and confidence that once characterised relations between The Gambian and Senegal. Description: Thesis (M.A (Diplomacy and International Studies)) -- Rangsit University, 2013 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z https://rsuir-library.rsu.ac.th/handle/123456789/1779 Title: Role of the Bhutan broadcasting service (BBS) after the institution of democracy in Bhutan Authors: Rinchen, Sonam Abstract: Bhutan has undergone major changes as a nation in the last one decade. The arrival of television and the introduction of democracy have greatly changed the sociopolitical landscape. Today, Bhutan is gearing towards the second parliamentary elections. In the new political environment, the Bhutanese media have to play a vital role in promoting and facilitating democracy. This paper tries to examine the role the Bhutan Broadcasting Service, BBS, has played and continues to play in the sociopolitical development in Bhutan. The paper in particular attempts to answer questions pertaining to editorial independence, its role as a public service broadcaster in the changing political scenario and as a provider of information on politics. This study concludes that the BBS news is credible. About 82.4 % of the respondents believe that the BBS provides an independent view. However, 17.6% of the respondents believe that BBS news and programmes are subject to censorship. The study also concludes that BBS news and programmes have huge impact on the viewers. The study also shows that BBS is the main source of political information and that the BBS needs to strengthen its watchdog role to effectively contribute to the growth of democracy. Around 44.1% of the respondents say that the BBS is not playing its role in fostering democracy. However, the general feeling is that the BBS is effectively playing the role of a public service broadcaster by informing and educating people on democracy and by providing a public forum. Description: Thesis (M.A. (Diplomacy and International Studies))--Rangsit University, 2013 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z https://rsuir-library.rsu.ac.th/handle/123456789/1717 Title: The United States and Vietnam relations : 1975-2011 Authors: Pitcha Chiengkul Abstract: From 1975 to 2011, the relationship between the United States and Vietnam changed from that of being foes to friends. At the end of the Vietnam War in 1975, the United States closed its Embassy and evacuated its personnel. Twenty-five years later, in 2010, U.S. carrier visited Vietnamese waters - an act of military cooperation, that demonstrated their relationship has changed.. The question is how did their relations come to this? This thesis will study the relationship between the United States and Vietnam from 1975 to 2011. It will examine this relevant thirty-five year period, and analyze each American leader in order to define the United States foreign policy towards Vietnam and analyze the factors that affected shifts in policies. This study will examine two time periods: the Post-Vietnam War period (from 1975 to 1989) and the Post-Cold War period (from 1989 to 2011), since the political regime dramatically changed from bipolar to unipolar, radically different from than during the cold war. This thesis will also assess the future of the U.S.-Vietnam relations, highlighting the major factors. . In the period between 1975 to 2011, the President was empowered by National Constitution to initiate foreign policy decisions as per their interest. However, after the tragedy of the Vietnam War, presidential power was constrained by American public opinion. In the Post- Vietnam War, the constraint for the U.S.-Vietnam relation was not only the congress and public opinion that opposed the Vietnam War, but it was also the U.S. détente policy and the Political regime of the period. In the Post-Cold War period, the focus of the bilateral relations shifted. Although the POW/MIA was a major issue for the U.S., starting from 1975, it was eventually surpassed by economic interests and security concerns. According to this, the future of U.S.-Vietnam relations and U.S. foreign policy was inspired by U.S. economic interests in Vietnam and containing the influence of China. Description: Thesis (M.A (Diplomacy and International Studies)) -- Rangsit University, 2013 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z