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Tallying the tariff trade-offs
Business, Published on 04/08/2025
» The 19% US reciprocal tariff on Thai goods could offer some much-needed relief for businesses in Thailand, as this rate aligns with the regional average.
Thailand holds its breath
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 07/07/2025
» The Thai business sector remains optimistic that tariff negotiations with the US can yield a favourable outcome after Vietnam recently made headlines by securing a 20% tariff rate on shipments to the US along with a waiver on import duties for American products.
Saha Group Signs Global MOUs to Boost Economy
Published on 01/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 1, 2025 – At the 29th Saha Group Fair & Fest, Saha Group—one of Thailand’s leading economic drivers—announced a major commitment to national development by signing Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with a wide range of strategic partners. These agreements span key industries including real estate, technology, e-commerce, international investment, clean energy, aviation, retail, and education.
PM pitches prosperity plan at meet
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 28/05/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra yesterday proposed at the 2nd Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit strategies for the group to build economic prosperity and protect human resources and the environment.
De Forest taps southern culinary prowess
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/03/2025
» Given the many challenges faced by Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), business adaptation is key to survival.
Hong Kong firms urged to rethink plans to spur tourist spending rather than complain
Published on 21/10/2024
» Hong Kong businesses should reflect on whether they have come up with innovative plans to encourage tourists to splash out, rather than merely lamenting the decline in visitor spending, a senior official has said.
Govt keen to boost appeal to Muslim tourists
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 08/07/2024
» The government will continue to develop a strategy to turn Thailand into the region's hub for halal tourism, according to spokesman Chai Wacharonke, adding Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has ordered all tourism-related agencies to promote the country as a Muslim-friendly destination.
PM outlines his vision for Thailand's development
Online Reporters, Published on 22/02/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Thursday outlined his plans to boost the national economy, with key policies including tourism promotion and allowing alcohol at concerts by world-renowned artists.
Ministry touts Asean halal hub
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/01/2024
» The Industry Ministry is pushing ahead with a plan to make Thailand a halal hub in Asean, with Industry Minister Pimphattra Wichaikul scheduled to discuss the issue with officials in Saudi Arabia, one of the world's largest halal markets.
New plan to spur growth in the South
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/08/2023
» Authorities will draw up a list of policies which they hope will boost economic activity and growth across the 14 provinces in the South over the next four years.