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Cabinet mulls easing alcohol curbs
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 29/03/2024
» The cabinet has agreed in principle on five bills to amend the alcoholic beverages control law, which seek to extend selling hours and allow greater flexibility for advertisements, prompting opposition from anti-alcohol advocates.
Drink-driving victims warn about liberalising alcohol laws
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 25/03/2024
» A network of groups against drink driving on Monday called on the ruling Pheu Thai Party to accept all legislative bills to amend the law governing alcoholic beverages in the first reading, to ensure all are fully debated in the House of Representatives.
Bangkok Gems Fair Surpasses 3.85 Billion Baht Sales
Published on 29/02/2024
» The 69th Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair, organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) under the Ministry of Commerce and The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT) surpassed expectations with purchases exceeding 3.85 billion baht. Held from February 21 to February 25, 2024 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), the event attracted nearly 40,000 participants.
Bangkok Gems Fair surpasses 3.85 Billion Baht sales
News, Published on 29/02/2024
» The 69th Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair, organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) under the Ministry of Commerce and The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT) surpassed expectations with purchases exceeding 3.85 billion baht. Held from February 21 to February 25, 2024 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, the event attracted nearly 40,000 participants.
Bid to lift afternoon alcohol sales ban rejected
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 15/02/2024
» A government panel has rejected a proposal to scrap the long-standing ban on sales of alcoholic beverages between 2pm and 5pm, citing the risk to public health and safety.
Urasaya Launches Pre-Sales for Sichon Beachfront Villas
Published on 05/02/2024
» NAKHON SI THAMMARAT, THAILAND: Pioneering real estate developer Urasaya Property Co., Ltd. has opened pre-sales for Urasaya Beachfront Residences, its much-anticipated collection of luxurious pool villas located on the pristine shores of Sichon, set against the backdrop of the Khao Luang mountain range in Nakhon Si Thammarat province.
PM in Davos for WEF
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 15/01/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will court foreign investment in the government's 1 trillion-baht Land Bridge megaproject at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland which kicks off on Monday and ends on Friday.
Kratom sellers to warn minors, mothers at point of sale
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 25/12/2023
» Vendors selling food and drinks containing kratom will now be required to display a sign at their point-of-sale, warning individuals under the age of 18, pregnant or breastfeeding women against purchasing the psychoactive product.
Power deal in North upsets
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 17/12/2023
» Communities along the Mekong River in four districts of Chiang Rai have expressed concern that their houses will eventually be inundated due to the construction of the Pak Beng Hydropower Project in Laos.
JETRO Bangkok's HOTATE Festival Sparks Japanese Culinary Delight in Thailand
Published on 14/12/2023
» The Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) in Bangkok, dedicated to promoting the export of agricultural products, forestry, fisheries, and food from Japan to Thailand, has launched its flagship campaign of the year, the HOTATE Festival. This festival highlights premium scallops directly imported from Japan, with the goal of raising Thai consumer awareness about Japanese HOTATE scallops, increasing consumption, and enhancing the enjoyment of HOTATE scallops in various cuisines, all without the need to travel to Japan. JETRO Bangkok is fully committed to driving this campaign by collaborating with importers, restaurant owners, and retailers in Thailand, aiming to expand distribution channels for imported food products into new markets within the country.