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Shrinkflation unpacked
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 06/06/2024
» As manufacturers across various industries seek to cope with rising production costs, many are turning to "shrinkflation" to survive.
Cabinet okays VAT change to curb cheap imports
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/06/2024
» The cabinet has approved in principle a Ministry of Finance proposal to collect value-added tax (VAT) on all imported goods valued at over one baht in an effort to stop cheap imported goods, particularly from China, from flooding the domestic market.
Jewellery makers nudged to adapt
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/01/2024
» Thai jewellery producers need to focus more on sustainable manufacturing as customers are increasingly interested in the ethical and environmental aspects of the business, says the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT).
Ministry preps 'New Year's gift' for the public
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/11/2023
» The Commerce Ministry is set to team up with more than 300 manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers as well as convenience stores to organise a large-scale promotional event, reducing the prices of goods and services as a New Year's gift to the public.
Spending uptick forecast during vegetarian festival
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/10/2023
» This year's annual vegetarian festival, scheduled to run from Oct 15-23, is expected to generate spending of 44.6 billion baht, the highest level in 10 years and a 5.5% increase over the level of spending recorded last year.
Spending uptick forecast during vegetarian festival
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 06/10/2023
» The annual vegetarian festival, scheduled to run from Oct 15-23, is expected to generate spending of 44.6 billion baht, the highest in 10 years and a 5.5% increase over last year’s figure.
New body to run digital wallet plan
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/10/2023
» The cabinet on Tuesday resolved to form a committee tasked with directing the implementation of the government's digital money handout scheme, also known as the digital wallet project, which is expected to begin in February next year.
Planning unit emerges from the shadows
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/05/2023
» The Commerce Ministry established the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO) in 2015 primarily to support the development of the economy through trade and economic data.
Food shipments set to gain by 10% as standards rise
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/05/2023
» The Commerce Ministry wants to grow food exports by 10% this year, driven by increasing demand and higher Thai standards for quality, safety and sustainable production processes.
High hopes for trade pact with UAE
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/05/2023
» Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday announced the launch of their first free trade agreement (FTA).