Pattaya-
A heartfelt and intimate celebration took place at Khao Tom Chok Anan – Yam Man Pak restaurant along Sukhumvit Road in Nongprue, Chonburi province, marking the 49th birthday of Mr. Athibodi Booncharee, publisher, advertiser, director, and editor-in-chief of Athip Burapha newspaper while simultaneously commemorating the outlet’s 10th anniversary in eastern Thailand’s media landscape.
The event drew a packed crowd of distinguished guests eager to extend congratulations, including Mr. Weekit Manarojkit, District Chief of Sri Racha; Mr. Chanyut Hengtrakul, former Secretary to the Minister of Education; Mr. Rattakit Hengtrakul, former Advisor to the Minister of Tourism and Sports; Mr. Man Intrapitak, former Chonburi Provincial Councilor; Mr. Meechai Intrapitak, CEO of The Gems Mining Pool Villa Pattaya; Mr. Phattharaphong Suphakson (known as Lawyer Un from Buriram); Pol. Col. Anek Sratongyoo, Superintendent of Pattaya City Police Station; Ms. Amporn Kaewsaeng, Chairperson of the Police Administration Monitoring Committee for Pattaya City Police Station; and Ms. Lisa Hamilton, President of the Pattaya Nightlife Business Operators Association.
Fellow journalists, government officials, business operators, and members of Pattaya and Chonburi’s social circles attended in steady streams, presenting floral bouquets and posing for commemorative photos. The atmosphere remained simple, warm, and filled with smiles and genuine goodwill.
Mr. Athibodi is widely regarded as a principled journalist committed to accurate, impartial reporting and serving as a voice for the local community. The milestone of Athip Burapha’s 10th year is seen as renewed motivation to elevate the quality of news coverage further. Mr. Athibodi is also a valued business associate of The Pattaya News.
Over the past decade, Athip Burapha has played a pivotal role as a local news outlet, consistently delivering information on Chonburi province and the eastern region while acting as a central hub for the area’s media network.
The evening displayed the strong community ties and respect for independent local journalism in Thailand’s bustling eastern seaboard.
