In an era where sustainability is more than just a trendy buzzword, Surachit “Dr John” Phongsinghvithya, the insightful Chairman of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC), embarked on a crucial visit to Shanghai, China. Indeed, this expedition was not your run-of-the-mill diplomatic nicety but a profound exchange of know-how in environmental management, aimed at revolutionizing Bangkok’s approach to waste management. The BMC’s foray into Shanghai’s municipal wonderland from June 16 to June 20, 2025, was made possible by an invitation from none other than Huang Lixin, the esteemed Chairwoman of the Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress (SMPC). With a sharp and eager eye, the Thai delegation, led robustly by Dr. John, dove deep into the procedures and strategies that transform heaps of refuse into a well-oiled waste management mechanism. Intriguingly, the urban giant of Shanghai, bursting at its seams with a vibrant populace of around 25 million residents and a hefty 3…