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Exports to Korea set to rise 2% this year
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/07/2023
» Thailand expects exports to South Korea to increase by 2% this year to US$6.52 billion, partially helped by a deeper trade partnership through a so-called mini-free trade agreement (mini-FTA) with the South Korean provinces of Gyeonggi and Pusan.
Tourism spurs manufacturing uptick
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/07/2023
» Thailand's manufacturing production index (MPI) fell by 3.14% year-on-year to 94.8 points in May because of an export slowdown, although the reading improved from April thanks to the tourism recovery, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).
Rubber sector urged to adapt to cope with global challenges
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/06/2023
» Rubber farmers, entrepreneurs and exporters are being advised to swiftly adapt to various challenges, including geopolitical conflicts and environmental measures that may impact agricultural trade, as well as European Union (EU) laws regarding products and deforestation.
Brighter economic outlook foreseen in H2
Online Reporters, Published on 29/06/2023
» Business operators expect economic expansion in the next six months to be led by tourism growth and rising demand for industrial goods and farm products, according to the Ministry of Finance.
Japanese eye EEC outlay of B3.7bn
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 28/06/2023
» At least three Japanese firms are expected to invest roughly 3.7 billion baht in industries such as electric vehicles (EVs) and smart electronics in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), says the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT).
Exports drop 4.6% in May
Reuters, Published on 27/06/2023
» Thailand’s exports contracted less than expected in May, as higher industrial goods shipments and a weakening baht helped offset some of the impact of sluggish global demand, the Ministry of Commerce said on Tuesday.
Horns of a dilemma
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 26/06/2023
» With the Move Forward Party (MFP) still on track to establish a new government, fresh concerns over the next chapter in Thai-Chinese economic relations have surfaced.
Durian lovers rejoice as prices plunge on surplus
Bloomberg News, Published on 23/06/2023
» SINGAPORE: Many people in Singapore love durians. And this year, the spiky and pungent fruit is in such abundance that it can be found in claw machines, giving enthusiasts a chance to catch one for just a dollar.
PSP Specialties to list on stock market
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/06/2023
» PSP Specialties Plc, Thailand's largest lubricant producer by capacity, plans to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO), with the expectation that the listing on the Stock Exchange of Thailand would support its plan to further grow the business.
China-Laos Railway carries over 4m tonnes cross-border goods
Published on 11/06/2023
» VIENTIANE: The China-Laos Railway has transported over 4 million tonnes of cargo since it was put into operation in 2021, the Lao local media said.