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UK anniversary roadshow heads South
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/04/2025
» The British Embassy is holding its “170th Outreach Roadshow and British Fair” in southern Thailand to mark the 170th anniversary of bilateral relations between the United Kingdom and Thailand.
Subsidised flights pitched to revive Chinese visits
Published on 24/04/2025
» Thailand is no longer one of Chinese tourists’ top five preferred destinations, a new study has shown, prompting industry executives to propose using subsidised flights to reverse the decline.
Call for cheaper holidays to attract Chinese
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 24/04/2025
» With Thailand losing out to Vietnam as the most-visited nation in Southeast Asia among Chinese tourists in the first quarter, the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) has urged the government to offer more competitive prices, noting that Vietnam's travel costs are now 30% lower and it boasts more fresh attractions.
Students Invited to Join Blood Donation Tech Contest
Published on 17/04/2025
» Suntory Beverage & Food (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the leader of health enrichment products under BRAND’S trademark in Thailand and Asia, in collaboration with the National Blood Centre, Thai Red Cross Society, is organising the "BRAND’S Young Blood...Give Blood Give Lives 2025: Tech for Life Contest" to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the "BRAND'S Young Blood" project. This initiative invites university students nationwide to submit creative ideas for digital media initiatives aimed at promoting blood donation awareness. Participants will compete for educational scholarships totaling 100,000 baht, a Royal Plaque from Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, and a one-year supply of BRAND'S Chicken Essence products. Applications are open from April 9 to May 20, 2025, with ongoing blood donation campaigns throughout the year.
HSBC touts Thailand's long-term growth potential
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/03/2025
» HSBC Thailand remains committed to supporting the Thai economy amid heightened global uncertainties, demonstrating its confidence in the country's long-term growth potential.
New Thai travel agent chief seeks more state support for marketing
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/03/2025
» The new president of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) is requesting more state support for marketing campaigns and tourism development to draw foreign tourists, particularly the sluggish Chinese market.
Govt 'still pursuing' Land Bridge project
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/03/2025
» Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit confirms that the Land Bridge megaproject connecting the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea is still being pursued, with China and Middle Eastern countries showing an interest.
Thailand expects more Chinese tourists in May
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/03/2025
» While the Chinese market continues to contract, declining 12% year-on-year during the first two months amid economic issues and tourism safety concerns, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects an uptick in May during China's Labour Day holiday.
Japanese keen to step up investment amid trade war
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/02/2025
» Japanese businesses have shown interest in expanding investments in Thailand amid concerns over the impact of the US-China trade war, which has caused some companies to consider a production facility relocation plan, says the Board of Investment (BoI).
UOB Thailand and EECO Partner to Boost Investment
Published on 06/02/2025
» UOB Thailand announced February 3, that it would collaborate with the Eastern Economic Corridor Office (EECO) to attract and facilitate investments into Thailand’s flagship economic development zone. Both parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding, reinforcing Thailand’s position as a premier destination for international investors while supporting the country’s long-term economic growth goals through UOB’s extensive network in the ASEAN region.