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Srettha pushes data centre strategy using renewables
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 12/06/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expedited the data centre initiative, directing the National Energy Policy Committee (NEPC) and the Board of Investment (BoI) to develop support measures to facilitate direct power purchase agreements (PPAs).
Rice auction attracts crowds of exporters
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/06/2024
» Bidders interested in participating in the government’s 10-year rice auction exceeded expectations, totalling eight companies.
Farmers brace for arrival of La Niña
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/06/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is monitoring the effects of the El Niño weather phenomenon shifting to La Niña, which may affect Thailand's inflation rate, particularly for food items, fresh vegetables and fruit because of their high sensitivity to water conditions.
Ministry seeks border trade growth of 1% despite conflict
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/05/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is targeting border trade growth of 1% this year, attributed to political instability in neighbouring countries, including the armed conflict in Myanmar.
Counsel sought on Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives loan
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/04/2024
» The government has agreed to ask the Council of State, its legal arm, to interpret whether the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) can legitimately allow the government to borrow 172.3 billion baht to finance its digital wallet handout scheme partially.
Sector poised to hit B700bn in value
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/04/2024
» The value of the local e-commerce segment this year is expected to reach 700 billion baht, driven by higher business registrations with the Business Development Department.
All imported goods now face VAT
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/04/2024
» Following a mandate from Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, the government looks set to impose a 7% value-added tax (VAT) on imported goods valued from one baht up, commencing in May.
PM's roadshows likely to draw B558bn
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/03/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's recent roadshows to 14 countries to promote investment in Thailand are expected to draw an influx of at least 558 billion baht, according to the Board of Investment (BoI).
Mini-dramas key to pushing soft power
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/03/2024
» The Commerce Ministry recommends entrepreneurs use mini-dramas to promote the country's soft power to the global market in terms of culture, traditions and tourism.
State leverages passion for Thai food
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 15/03/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is collaborating with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to launch the "Travel, Taste, Eat Thai SELECT" campaign as part of the government's soft power policy.