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PTTEP game for more Africa outlays
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 12/12/2012
» Thailand's sole petroleum explorer, PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP), estimates its recently acquired UK-based Cove Energy will require US$1.3 billion in investment capital for its operation the next five years.
NIA: Mine Europe to license R&D output
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 11/12/2012
» While the Asean market is undoubtedly an attractive investment destination these days, with Myanmar especially generating lots of buzz, businesses should not overlook opportunities in knowledge-intensive European economies as that continent lurches forward.
Renovate, don't build
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 15/10/2012
» Energy-efficient buildings are not exclusive to new developments. Old office buildings can be renovated to become green buildings as long as the owners are genuinely committed to it.
SCG's Myanmar plant seeks clarity on law
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 10/10/2012
» Siam Cement Group (SCG), Thailand's top industrial conglomerate, is waiting for Myanmar to pass its controversial foreign investment law before proceeding with plans to build a cement plant in the neighbouring country.
Japanese investors issue request to the government
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 04/09/2012
» The inability to speedily facilitate patent registration for foreign companies in Thailand is likely to hinder the country's competitiveness in the world market, said a representative from the Embassy of Japan.
Legal issues remain obstacle
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 14/06/2012
» Thailand risks losing the regional race for foreign direct investment, as authorities have failed to foster an environment of legal certainty for foreign businesses to operate here, says Herbert Smith LLP, a full-service international law firm.
Change in tourism tack urged
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 13/06/2012
» Thailand enjoys a geographical advantage in becoming an Asean tourism and logistics hub, but the country must still focus on developing new tourism products, especially if it wants to attract repeat visitors, says one travel industry insider.
Lots of work to go around
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 18/04/2012
» While some critics say the new 300-baht daily minimum wage will backfire as companies relocate or fire workers to save costs, ManpowerGroup, one of the world's leading recruitment agencies, says the effects are not likely to be that dramatic.
Reinsurers say country lacks data on flood-risk assessment
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 23/03/2012
» A comprehensive information system and preventive infrastructure must be established to avoid future shocks and severe losses from natural disasters such as floods, reinsurance experts say.
'Transition boat' sets sail
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 20/02/2012
» All roads seem to be leading to Myanmar these days as a semi-civilian government pursues political and economic reforms at a pace that has surprised the world. But many Thai investors remain cautious about whether the reforms will last.