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Seeds of innovation
Asia focus, Erich Parpart, Published on 22/01/2018
» Amid rising energy and fertiliser prices, climate change and ageing farmer populations in Asia, rice farmers need to apply innovations to maximise profits and continue earning a sustainable living.
Fighting corruption at its core
Business, Published on 22/01/2018
» In recent years, governments worldwide have been trying to improve legislation and enforcement against corruption, while businesses in many countries have taken unprecedented actions to strengthen compliance policies and proactively work together, with the public sector, in clamping down on bribes or activities that could lead to bribery. Despite these efforts, bribery and compliance issues remain major challenges that corporations and the public continue to face in doing business globally.
New PDP accounts for disruptive forces
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 22/01/2018
» The latest revision of the national power development plan (PDP), an electricity master development plan for the next 20 years, has officially begun, according to the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo).
Denso aids Thai SMEs
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 20/01/2018
» The Department of Industry Promotion (DIP) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Denso Corporation to set up a new modern industry manufacturing centre tasked with developing technology and automation systems for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), says deputy industry minister Somchai Harnhiran.
IRPC looking into related acquisitions
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 19/01/2018
» IRPC Plc, the petrochemical arm of the national oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc, is considering acquiring assets related to oil refineries and petrochemical production facilities.
Veerathai: MPC to stand pat on rate
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/01/2018
» Bank of Thailand chief Veerathai Santiprabhob signalled the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is likely to stand pat on the policy rate to support economic growth and help inflation climb back to its target range.
Wage hike forecast to have small impact
Business, Published on 19/01/2018
» The government estimates a hike in the daily minimum wage will affect manufacturers' production costs by only 0.05%, saying there is no reason for product prices to rise.
State energy firms keep assets
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 19/01/2018
» State-controlled energy businesses will remain the backbone of the national energy infrastructure, says Energy Minister Siri Jirapongphun.
Economy back on track
Business, Published on 17/01/2018
» Rising overseas demand for goods and services pushed Thailand's GDP to a five-year high in 2017, with business-friendly fiscal policies and planned spending on infrastructure expected to support further expansion in 2018.
SCBT forecasts 4.3% GDP growth for 2018
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/01/2018
» Thailand's economic growth outlook is expected to remain bright this year, with a 4.3% forecast attributed to improvement in manufacturing, services, and agricultural sectors, says Standard Chartered Bank Thai (SCBT).