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Call to provide insurance for high-value fruit
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/07/2023
» Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith proposed the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) consider the issuance of insurance for high-value fruits such as durian, mangoes, oranges and bananas to boost the confidence of farmers.
How Thailand's welfare state could change
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 28/06/2023
» For the past few decades, many countries have been working towards providing "healthcare for all", including equity in access to healthcare and healthcare financing.
BoT cracks down on lending
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 20/06/2023
» The Bank of Thailand plans to implement new lending guidelines to prevent over-indebtedness of household borrowers, says Siritida Panomwon Na Ayudhya, assistant governor of payment systems policy and financial consumer protection group.
Exim Bank eyes green loans
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 19/06/2023
» Export-Import (Exim) Bank of Thailand plans to expand its green loans to 50% of its total outstanding loan book within four years, in line with global environmental goals, says president Rak Vorrakitpokatorn.
Arkhom predicts low-growth year for Thai economy
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/06/2023
» The Thai economic recovery this year is expected to be "low growth", says Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith.
Using power wisely
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 05/06/2023
» A new government is expected to be formed following the general election last month, riding the turbulent winds of geopolitical and technological change, which is likely to cause disruption.
Government revenue beats target amid growth
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/05/2023
» The Finance Ministry reported government revenue collection for the first seven months of fiscal 2023 (October to April) exceeded the target by 112 billion baht, mainly contributed by agencies other than the Revenue Department, says Pornchai Thiraveja, director-general of the Fiscal Policy Office.
Warning over household debt surge
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/05/2023
» The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) warns that Thailand's ballooning household debt will become a serious problem if employment and the economy decelerate, says secretary-general Danucha Pichayanan.
Bureau ready to adjust fiscal 2024 budget plan
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 18/05/2023
» The Budget Bureau is planning to adjust the fiscal 2024 budget to reflect the priorities of the new government, says a Finance Ministry source who requested anonymity.
NESDC demands discipline
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 16/05/2023
» The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) has warned the new government to strictly maintain financial and fiscal discipline as it will affect foreign investors' confidence in the Thai economy, says secretary-general Danucha Pichayanan.