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Asia-Pacific 'too dependent on exports'
Online Reporters, Published on 24/09/2014
» Trade and investment growth is slow in the Asia-Pacific region because of an over-dependence on foreign demand for its exports, according to a United Nations report.
As Thailand sags, world travel booms
Published on 18/09/2014
» Even as tourist arrivals plummet in Thailand, international travel numbers rose 4.6% in the first half of 2014, boosted by strong growth in the rest of Asia, and in the Americas and parts of Europe, the World Tourism Organisation said Wednesday.
Govt seeks 'digital economy' growth
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/09/2014
» "Digital economy" development will be a prime target of the government, said deputy prime minister MR Pridiyathorn Devakula, who oversees economic affairs.
Asean joins forces in fight against drugs
News, King-oua Laohong, Published on 16/09/2014
» Asean's drugs enforcement agencies and three key Asian trading partners launched an anti-narcotics operation centre in Bangkok Monday to combat drugs in the region. The move comes in the lead-up to the Asean Economic Community next year.
The blackout blues
Business, Published on 15/09/2014
» Ms Supin is unhappy today, upset with the thought that she may not be able to continue watching her favourite soap opera on Channel 3 as it faces a blackout.
Supplier denies microphones overpriced
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/09/2014
» Asavasopon Co, the supplier of controversial conference room microphones installed at Government House under a 67-million-baht renovation plan, has dismissed allegations its product is overpriced.
Migrant schooling cuts upset
News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/09/2014
» A government plan to cut state educational support to migrant workers' children has drawn opposition from a non-government organisation.
Tokyo businessmen vow to boost trade
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/09/2014
» Japanese investors have expressed optimism about the situation in Thailand after the formation of the interim government, and they intend to boost trade and investment, Foreign Ministry permanent secretary Sihasak Phuangketkeow says.
Samui eatery chosen Thailand's best
Online Reporters, Published on 02/09/2014
» Ko Samui’s Café 69 was named the favourite restaurant for local cuisine among international visitors to Thailand by travel website <i>TripAdvisor.com</i>.
Universities told to teach skills for work
News, Lamphai Intathep, Published on 29/08/2014
» Universities must make sure graduates are able to meet the demands of the labour market or they risk exacerbating unemployment in the country, a seminar was told on Thursday.