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CP chief discusses automation
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/08/2019
» Adopting sophisticated technologies to drive operations is high on Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group's agenda, as one of Thailand's largest conglomerates works to enlarge its footprint during the fourth industrial revolution, says chief executive Suphachai Chearavanont.
7-Eleven aims for regional omnipresence
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 23/04/2018
» With an ubiquitous domestic presence, the 7-Eleven convenience store chain is looking to expand its footprint in Asia-Pacific to carry out its regional growth vision, says Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group chief executive Suphachai Chearavanont.
Engineering the future
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 20/02/2017
» Adjusting to the uncertainty of China's "new normal" phase coinciding with an economic slowdown is an uphill task for business leaders, but Zhang Jianguo believes he is plotting the right course. The vice-president of China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) is pursuing a strategy to promote long-term, sustainable growth by investing overseas and embracing technological change.
Best foot forward
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/10/2016
» Balance is a word that everybody understands, but not everyone succeeds at applying the concept in life or business. This is not the case with Alexis Nasard, the new CEO of Bata, who has made it his mission to steer the renowned footwear company along a steady and sustainable course.
Banks urged to cash in on CLMV growth
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/06/2016
» Thai banks have more room to penetrate neighbouring countries' banking sectors, with ample opportunities for loan growth and risk diversification, says an executive specialising in principal investments.
Korn: Engine is misfiring
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 06/06/2016
» Thailand's economic development model is not sustainable due to the nature of the country's economic engine, says a former finance minister.
Is another global crisis looming?
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 02/06/2016
» With a substantial amount of accumulated debt and banks becoming more vulnerable to loan delinquency, the global economic recovery remains in murky territory and another financial crisis cannot be ruled out, says an executive at an international investment management firm.
BlackRock: Empower private sector investment
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 22/07/2015
» Central banks' monetary policies have their limitations in boosting economic growth and politicians should focus on policies aimed at empowering private sector investment, says Philipp Hildebrand, vice-chairman of BlackRock Inc, the world's largest asset management company.