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Reform links trade-related agencies via single contact point
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 01/07/2013
» Exporters and traders can expect to save time dealing with various state offices when a single point of contact with 36 agencies called the National Single Window (NSW) starts this year.
GM revs up Asean expansion
Asia focus, Published on 20/05/2013
» General Motors, the American company behind the Chevrolet brand, is seeking a bigger role and more market share in Southeast Asia. It has rapidly expanded the lineup of products available in the region to lay the foundation for the next stage of growth. Its three-pronged strategy is to expand its manufacturing and supplier footprints as well as the retail network.
Mae Sot trade zone gets the nod
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 22/01/2013
» The cabinet has approved a proposal to develop Mae Sot district in Tak province into a special economic zone on the Thai-Myanmar border.
Customs eyes upgrade
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/09/2012
» The Thai Customs Department plans to earmark 8 billion baht to expanding customs border checkpoints nationwide over the next three years.
Surin ready for new era in his life
News, Published on 21/07/2012
» As his career on the regional stage draws to a close, a new window of opportunity has opened for outgoing Asean secretary-general Surin Pitsuwan.
Think tank urges greater R&D for AEC
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 17/07/2012
» Research and development will play a significant role in upgrading existing Thai industries to increase their value and competitiveness after the implementation of the Asean Economic Community (AEC), says the government's think tank.
Clinton calls for US-Asean unity for region to prosper
News, Umesh Pandey, Published on 15/07/2012
» SIEM REAP : The United States and Asean member countries should continue to work together to increase the prosperity and economic stability of this region, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said.
Industry wants better rail transport
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 31/03/2012
» The lack of rail development is being blamed for Thailand's high logistics costs, as 83% of goods deliveries are still made by truck and only 2% by train.
Preparation for the AEC: Free flow of goods
Business, Published on 23/03/2012
» The year 2015 will be a year of special importance for Thailand as well as all Asean member states, as it marks the establishment of the Asean Economic Community (AEC) as agreed on by country leaders at the 2007 Asean Summit.
Asean labour market for IT professionals
Jon Fernquest, Published on 28/09/2011
» The borders between Asean countries will begin to disappear for skilled computer workers starting in 2015.