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Thailand plans third phase of handout scheme in April
Reuters, Published on 21/01/2025
» The government is planning to implement the third phase of its signature US$14 billion "digital wallet" handout scheme in April, a deputy finance minister said on Tuesday, as it tries to stimulate its economy.
Oppo, Realme users file charges against pre-installed loan apps
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 21/01/2025
» Phone users accompanied by representatives of the Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) on Tuesday filed a complaint with police about alleged offences through pre-installed loan apps in their Oppo and Realme phones.
FTI EXPO 2025: Empowering Thai Industries, Elevating Futures
Published on 21/01/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), in collaboration with leading partner organisations, is preparing to host the FTI EXPO 2025 under the theme “4GO,” focusing on digital transformation, innovation, international market expansion, and sustainable organisational development. The event will showcase products and services from various businesses and is expected to attract 50,000 to 70,000 participants from Thailand and abroad, generating trade opportunities worth over 1 billion baht.
Trump policies to fuel gold price surge
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/01/2025
» Gold prices are expected to surge by more than 6% over the next three months following the inauguration of Donald Trump as US president, reflecting uncertainties surrounding US economic and political policies, local traders say.
Trump ready with Asean policy 2.0
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 21/01/2025
» Last week's Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing for Senator Marco Rubio was very insightful, especially regarding comments related to US-Asean relations. Mr Rubio demonstrated knowledge about Asean and the need for flexibility in engaging with the countries in the region. His comments have also calmed surging concerns over a potential tariff hike under the Trump administration. Certainly, he is expected to be confirmed and replace Antony Blinken as Secretary of State.
Ministry gets behind shallots
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/01/2025
» The Commerce Ministry is working to boost consumption, add value and explore export opportunities for Thai shallots.
Industrial confidence falls in December
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 21/01/2025
» The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) fell to 90.1 points in December last year, mainly due to a slowdown in the manufacturing sector and the impact of floods, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Philippines plans $3.5 billion in global bond sales
Bloomberg News, Published on 20/01/2025
» MANILA — The Philippines plans to sell US$3.5 billion in overseas debt this year, lower than last year, as heightened global uncertainties may prompt the government to borrow more domestically as rate cuts continue, according to its finance chief.
Hylife Group and CAMT Empower Digital Workforce
Published on 20/01/2025
» Hylife Group, a leading property development, management, and industrial construction company in Thailand, has signed an MoU with the College of Arts, Media, and Technology (CAMT), Chiang Mai University, to advance IT human resources. The partnership introduces the Digital Industry Integration (DII) course, designed to equip students with the skills needed in the digital era. As part of this initiative, Hylife Group has provided supporting funds totaling 1,230,000 baht, enabling research collaboration, curriculum development, and societal impact projects with sustainability in focus.
New 'oligarchy' under fire as global elite descend on Davos
AFP, Published on 20/01/2025
» DAVOS, Switzerland - A leading NGO warned on Monday of an emerging "aristocratic oligarchy" with massive political clout and primed to profit from Donald Trump's presidency, as global elites descend on Davos for their annual confab.