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Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/05/2024
» Local governments must play a greater role in amending the land and building tax law, which has been in effect for five years, says Pornchai Thiraveja, director-general of the Fiscal Policy Office.
Published on 16/05/2024
» The government is more worried about financial access than interest rates, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Thursday.
Published on 16/05/2024
» Recently, Mr Worawat Narknawdee, also known as Acme Traderist, a fintech company owner and renowned trader, businessman, and billionaire investor, and one of the first Thais to study cryptocurrency and blockchain, revealed on his Facebook page, Acme Traderist – Worawat Narknawdee, that he had met Mr Thaksin Shinawatra, the 23rd Prime Minister of Thailand. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss and listen to Thaksin’s perspectives, as well as to share his experiences in life and business. Thaksin is a globally known successful leader. Worawat also intends to apply the guidance and advice he received, especially regarding creating benefits for people and society, as an inspiration to pursue his ideals.
Published on 15/05/2024
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira says he plans to meet with Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput on Thursday, in hopes of easing disagreements between the government and the central bank over interest rates.
Published on 13/05/2024
» Mrs. Suthita Bhirombhakdi, Executive Vice President of The Platinum Group Public Company Limited, stated that, as ASEAN’s leading fashion shopping centre for wholesale and retail, Platinum Fashion Mall offers fashion products that are always fresh and up to date, winning the hearts of both Thai and foreign customers for a long time. At the end of 2023, the “Platinum PROUD” campaign was launched to celebrate the 18th anniversary, emphasising the brand refresh under the concept of “Platinum Bringing Fresh Fashion to You” through viral videos on social media channels. The campaign has received positive feedback, with many influencers, KOLs, and shoppers showing interest in using the service, creating looks, and sharing their fun shopping experiences.
Published on 13/05/2024
» Employee and employer representatives met with the labour minister on Monday and voiced opposing stances on a minimum wage increase ahead of Tuesday's tripartite committee meeting.
News, Editorial, Published on 13/05/2024
» The government's announcement that it intends to increase the minimum daily wage to 400 baht nationwide in October has sparked heated debate, highlighting the complexities of balancing economic growth with equitable labour practices.
Published on 10/05/2024
» The Ministry of Interior, led by Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, along with Deputy Minister Chada Thaised and Pornpoth Penpas, Director General of the Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA), conducted a site survey to monitor drought resolution efforts at the PWA Phuket Branch. The PWA was instructed to expedite the water pipeline project in Phuket to ensure water security for consumption in the tourist towns on the Andaman coast, focusing on the Bang Niao Dam Reservoir. Additionally, a low-pressure raw water pumping plant at Klong Je Ta, Sri Sunthon Subdistrict, Thalang District, Phuket Province, was built on 9 May 2024.
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 09/05/2024
» A member of the tripartite wage committee on Wednesday slammed the government for announcing a plan to hike the daily minimum wage to 400 baht nationwide in October, saying the matter has yet to be considered.
Published on 08/05/2024
» WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden's bid to draw Vietnam closer as a strategic ally will clash head-on with his desire for union workers' votes on Wednesday as the Commerce Department hears testimony on whether to designate Vietnam as a "market economy".