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On the fast lane to a hi-tech economy
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 16/06/2021
» The government remains committed to the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), firmly believing investment value in the corridor will reach at least 300 billion baht this year as expected.
NESDC warns of mounting job losses
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 25/05/2021
» Unemployment is likely to soar this year because of the severe impact being felt by the third wave of Covid-19, warned a government planning unit.
Private sector expected to shore up EEC activity
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 02/03/2021
» Real investment in the government's Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is estimated to reach 400 billion baht this year, driven largely by private investment and key infrastructure development projects.
State monitoring outbreak's impact
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 18/01/2021
» With the fresh outbreak, the economy may grow much less than expected, says Deputy Prime Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow.
NESDC frets over second outbreak contingencies
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 03/12/2020
» The government think-tank, National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), has expressed mounting concerns about a possible second wave of infections, saying the renewed outbreak will stall recovering domestic tourism and the overall economy.
Preserving greenery in the EEC
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 23/09/2020
» Just a few hours from Bangkok by car, Rayong is famous as a getaway among urban holidaymakers for its seafood and fruit.
S Korea looks to spur trade
News, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 15/05/2020
» South Korea has suggested Thailand ease restrictions that hinder bilateral trade, saying the time has come for the two countries to look ahead to their post Covid-19 economic ties.
Steel industry petitions for state help
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 14/12/2019
» Four steel associations have called on the government to help promote the use of locally made steel products in infrastructure development projects.
Farm products and tourism prodded
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 24/09/2019
» The Creative Economy Agency (CEA) and Office of Knowledge Management and Development (OKMD) are being urged to team up with universities and the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) to apply more creativity to upgrade the value of farm products and cultural tourism, thereby raising incomes in rural areas.
Somkid urges agencies to maintain momentum
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 23/04/2019
» The government is requiring state agencies to speed up their work despite the lull in activity during the formation of a new government, hoping to maintain economic momentum and attain 4% GDP growth this year.