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Border aid packages get govt nod
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/08/2025
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has endorsed a package of economic relief measures proposed by the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) to assist communities affected by the recent unrest along the Thai-Cambodian border.
Trade exhibition outlook to hinge on economic progress
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 22/08/2025
» Trade exhibitions in Thailand this year are expected to grow at the same slow pace as the country's GDP, while the large US tariff rate for transshipment of Chinese products has begun to impact manufacturers in that nation, who are refraining from hosting trade events in Southeast Asia.
Thai Hair Transplant Doctor Gains Global Recognition
Published on 08/08/2025
» Dr Ben Butwong, widely known as “Dr Ben,” a long-standing expert in hair transplantation and Director of Mediren Clinic in Thailand, was recently invited as a guest speaker and trainer at the prestigious annual meeting of the Indonesian Society of Dermatology and Venereology (PERDOSKI), held in Bali, Indonesia. She shared her expertise on the Long Hair FUE hair transplant technique, a specialised method gaining traction in Asia.
Why “Isan” Must Be “Creative”: Transforming Regional Pride into Economic Power
Published on 09/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 9, 2025 - In an era where creativity is the driving force behind economic and social development, the presence of a regional creative festival in Isan — the Northeast region of Thailand — is more essential than ever. It goes beyond art, culture, and innovation; it serves as a vital platform that inspires Isan natives who have moved to larger cities to return home, applying their potential, knowledge, and experience to uplift their hometowns.
PATA honours key tourism leaders gathering
Post Reporters, Published on 08/07/2025
» The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), in collaboration with the PATA Thailand Chapter and Centara Grand at CentralWorld, hosted a special evening event on June 17 to honour two prominent figures in Thailand’s tourism sector: Chiruit Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya, former president of the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB); and Siripakorn Cheawsamoot, the newly appointed director-general of the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta).
Trans Pride Thailand Celebrates Transformative Weekend
Published on 25/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 24 — Trans Pride Thailand 2025 concluded its two-day celebration, marking a pivotal moment for transgender rights advocacy in the kingdom. The event, held June 23-24 at Park Silom under the theme "Trans(formative) Pride: Reshaping the Future for Equality," drew unprecedented support from public, private, and civil society sectors.
Thailand to bid for five-year F1 race deal
Published on 17/06/2025
» Thailand’s cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan to bid for the right to hold Formula One races in Bangkok for five years starting in 2028, at a cost of 40 billion baht, according to the tourism and sports minister.
Association seeks ways to boost Mice arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/06/2025
» The number of international travellers in the meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (Mice) segment this year is expected to contract from last year, due to US trade and tariff policies and an unsafe image of Thailand, according to the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (Tica).
Domestic meetings getting more attention
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/05/2025
» More Thai companies are opting for domestic meetings instead of travelling abroad due to economic uncertainty this year, helping to propel domestic Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) revenue to 86 billion baht from 26 million travellers this year, according to the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB).
Thailand Hosts APIC 2025, Driving Sustainable Innovation
Published on 22/05/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries, Petrochemical Industry Club (FTIPC) proudly represented Thailand as host of the Asia Petrochemical Industry Conference 2025 (APIC 2025) under the theme “Ensuring a Transformed World Prosperity: Action for Planet with Innovation and Collaboration.” Held on 15–16 May 2025 at Centara Grand at CentralWorld, Bangkok, the event marked the 43rd edition of APIC and the third time Thailand has hosted the prestigious gathering.