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Commerce Ministry braces for Trump action
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/04/2017
» The Commerce Ministry will hold a meeting with exporters to assess the impacts of a new US policy and prepare relief measures.
Handicraft exports outlook rosy
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/03/2017
» Outbound shipments of Thai handicrafts are expected to grow 5-10% this year on rising demand driven by a global economic recovery, higher oil prices, and Thai manufacturers' ability to make products that match consumers' lifestyles.
PTT partners up for cheap food scheme
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/02/2017
» The government is making cheaply priced food available at PTT Plc petrol stations nationwide. The move is part of plans to open low-cost food shops at more than 600 petrol stations this year to help alleviate cost of living pressures.
Commercial counsellor meeting to map trade
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/02/2017
» Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak is scheduled to lead a joint meeting with Thai commercial counsellors worldwide to map out the country's long-term strategic partnership plan, in a move to sustain Thailand's international trade growth.
Government enlists executives in growth effort
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/02/2017
» The government has appointed leading business executives as its regional advisers in its latest effort to raise export growth to its 3% target this year.
Reaping what you've sown
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/02/2017
» Circumstances make a hero. The old saying applies to some extent in the case of Chutima Bunyapraphasara, who entered the limelight last September when she signed an administrative order demanding 20 billion baht in compensation from former commerce minister Boonsong Teriyapirom and five associates involved in fake government-to-government rice deals with two fictitious Chinese firms.
'Art thief' hearing to finish quickly
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 31/01/2017
» A probe into the theft of Japanese paintings by the deputy chief of the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) is expected to be wrapped up in the next one or two days, to be followed by a disciplinary investigation against him, says the Commerce Ministry.
Handicraft exports defy forecasts and flourish
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/11/2016
» Despite the country's overall bearish export picture, outbound shipments of Thai handicrafts are expected to eke out growth this year.
Vendors commit to fair black attire prices
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 31/10/2016
» Shopkeepers have agreed to sell black garments at average prices to ensure everyone has a chance to mourn His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Creative economy set for massive growth
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/10/2016
» Thailand's creative industries are expected to flourish over the next five years, with strong growth of 20-25% annually, if the government continues to give its full support, says Deputy Commerce Minister Suvit Maesincee.