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Reform agenda to the fore
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 11/08/2025
» Although Thai businesses are relieved the US has reduced its import tariff on Thai goods to 19%, on par with other countries in the region, improving long-term competitiveness remains a challenge for domestic firms, in addition to attracting foreign investment.
Small firms told to go green for finance
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/08/2025
» Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are being encouraged to adopt more eco-friendly practices to obtain loans under a new financial assistance scheme worth 5 billion baht, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Poonpipat and ONNEX Solar Partner for Clean Energy
Published on 06/08/2025
» Poonpipat Co., Ltd., a leading industrial real estate developer with over 60 years of experience under the Poonphol Group (PPG), has entered into a strategic partnership with ONNEX SOLAR by SCG to advance the deployment of solar rooftop systems at its warehouse facilities. This initiative aligns with the global shift toward clean energy and underscores the company’s commitment to fostering long-term, sustainable business growth.
Thailand’s zero tariff vow to Trump still limits US imports
Bloomberg News, Published on 06/08/2025
» Thailand’s pledge to President Donald Trump of near-total market access for US goods includes key limits to protect some domestic industries, according to a government official, laying out the Southeast Asian nation’s terms for a tariff deal with Washington.
Tallying the tariff trade-offs
Business, Published on 04/08/2025
» The 19% US reciprocal tariff on Thai goods could offer some much-needed relief for businesses in Thailand, as this rate aligns with the regional average.
Tariff of 19% dubbed 'good news'
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 02/08/2025
» Despite great relief following the announcement of a 19% US tariff rate on Thai exports on Friday, the business sector remains fraught with concerns, particularly over the plight of Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the agricultural sector.
Tariff deal shows Thais ready for ‘new world order’
Published on 01/08/2025
» Economic and trade analysts have warned of a sluggish economy later this year as the impact of the 19% tariff rate imposed on Thailand by the United States takes hold.
Investors unfazed by Cambodia spat
Business, Published on 26/07/2025
» Thai investors are continuing to operate businesses in Cambodia despite the country's escalating territorial dispute with Thailand, which has dealt a blow to border trade, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Private sector highlights business support measures
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/07/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has presented recommendations to the commerce minister aimed at pushing the economy forward amid global trade uncertainties.
Federation of Thai Industries revises down export target amid tariff woes
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/07/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has revised down the car manufacturing export target this year amid concerns over the US reciprocal tariff, bringing down Thailand's total car production goal to 1.45 million units from 1.5 million units.