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Trade talk to ramp up in H2
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/07/2024
» The Trade Negotiations Department has laid out its blueprint for the second half of 2024, aiming to conclude free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with the European Free Trade Association (Efta) by year-end, and preparing to host joint trade committee (JTC) meetings with the UK and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) this year in preparation for future FTAs.
Cabinet shelves hotel room fee levy
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/06/2024
» The cabinet on Tuesday agreed to extend the fee exemption for hotel operators of 40 baht per room per year for a period of two years, from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026, to reduce the expenses of hoteliers affected by the pandemic.
Agricultural products help shipments grow 7.2% in May
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/06/2024
» Thailand's exports in May grew by 7.2% year-on-year, the highest level in 14 months, driven by agricultural products.
Matchmaking event attracts Chinese money
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/05/2024
» More than 140 Chinese investors interested in Thailand attended a business matchmaking event for the first time in Thailand under the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement, with the aim of attracting new S-curve industries and technology transfer from China.
Exports rebound to record 6.8% growth in April
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/05/2024
» Thai exports rebounded to growth in April, following a sharp 10.9% decline in March, driven by the improving global economy and an easing of the average inflation rate worldwide.
Agency campaign highlights central Thailand attractions
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/05/2024
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is preparing to promote the central region, with flights connecting to the South and the Northeast, targeting tourism revenue for the region of 465 billion baht this year.
Going against the grain
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/05/2024
» The government's plan to sell old rice stored in warehouses for a decade in northeastern Thailand stunned some onlookers, leading to concerns about the adverse impact on public health.
JSCCIB puts forward 18 new projects
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/05/2024
» The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB) has proposed 18 development projects in four provinces in the country's lower central region.
Gem exports eyed for uptick
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/05/2024
» Gem and jewellery exports are expected to grow by 5-10% this year amid global economic uncertainties, says a local trade group.
Department seeks to speed up free trade negotiations
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/05/2024
» The Department of Trade Negotiations is pushing for free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with trading partners to expand trade and investment opportunities as well as strengthen the economy.