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Asian shares recover on hopes for policy support
Business, Published on 01/06/2024
» RECAP: Asian stocks recovered on Friday after a three-day selling streak, boosted by a decline in US Treasury yields and weakness in the dollar amid optimism for more policy support after disappointing economic data from the US, China and Japan.
Manufacturing stagnant amid growing climate risks
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 31/05/2024
» Thailand's Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) is expected to remain flat or gain 1% year-on-year in 2024, with climate change among the risks threatening to affect the sector, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).
Exports must shift to cleaner production
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 31/05/2024
» With the world moving towards green production, Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul warns that Thailand will fall behind if the country does not shift in this direction.
CP chief makes case for nuclear power
Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 30/05/2024
» Public policies such as a carbon tax, along with innovations including artificial intelligence and nuclear power, are critical for Thailand’s bid to achieve its carbon-zero goals, says Suphachai Chearavanont, chief executive officer of the Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group.
More tax incentives for green investment planned
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 30/05/2024
» The government is preparing a number of tax incentives to promote a low-carbon economy and encourage investment in environmentally friendly businesses, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira says.
Krungsri poised to focus on transition finance for SMEs
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 30/05/2024
» Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri) plans to promote transition loans to support local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) shifting to sustainable finance, while offering both financial and non-financial assistance.
SP Group cashes in on green push
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 30/05/2024
» A growing need for better energy management to reduce carbon dioxide emissions among industries, especially food and beverage, is providing opportunities for companies selling energy technologies and know-how, says Singapore-based energy solutions provider and electricity transmission operator SP Group.
PM touts sustainability bonds, future vision
Published on 29/05/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Wednesday extended an invitation to global partners to invest in the country as he outlined his “Ignite Thailand” vision to tap the country’s strengths and emerge as a regional hub in eight key sectors.
Large banks pushed on transition loans
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/05/2024
» The Bank of Thailand has encouraged large commercial banks to offer transition finance to assist local businesses in moving from carbon-intensive industries to more sustainable practices.
How green is the energy from our hydro dams?
Oped, Published on 29/05/2024
» Thailand’s National Energy Plan (NEP), a blueprint for the country’s energy strategy from 2023 to 2037, has earned praise for its noble goal of increasing the use of clean, renewable energy. The plan states that by 2050, half of the electricity consumed locally must be clean and renewable energy — solar cells, wind, biomass, small nuclear and hydro dams.