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Seeking new engines of growth
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/07/2024
» About 40 years ago, natural gas was discovered in the Gulf of Thailand, creating excitement across the country. This period marked the dawn of Thailand's golden era. Following this discovery, the Eastern Seaboard Development Project was initiated to develop the eastern coastal region. Foreign investment poured in, enabling the economy to expand at a double-digit rate while raising hopes that Thailand would become Asia's fifth tiger.
Philippines sees up to $6bn of investments in casinos
Reuters, Published on 19/03/2024
» MANILA - Foreign and domestic firms are expected to invest much as $6 billion in the Philippines' casino sector in the next five years, the head of its gaming regulator said, bolstering its status among Asia's top gambling destinations as competition increases.
Equities muted as timing of US rate cuts unclear
Business, Published on 06/01/2024
» RECAP: Asian shares were mixed yesterday and the dollar was near a three-week high as traders dialled back bets of early US interest-rate cuts, after Federal Reserve meeting minutes provided few clues.
Asian shares fall as Fed talks tough on rates
Business, Published on 11/11/2023
» RECAP: Shares in Asia fell yesterday after the head of the US Federal Reserve warned interest rates may have to climb further, stunting a rally in stocks and bonds and sending investors back to the dollar.
Srettha eager to be pitchman to woo investors
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 05/10/2023
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin insists he will take on the role of a salesman to attract foreign investors to Thailand.