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LGBTQ-related content touted
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 20/06/2024
» Following the recent celebrations of the same-sex marriage bill, the Thai Content Promotion Association believes Thai LGBTQ-related content has potential for growth if supported by the government, says Worarit Ninklom, a member of the drama and TV subcommittee under the National Soft Power Strategy Committee.
Full belly, happy traveller
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/06/2024
» From jasmine rice to Pad Thai noodles and spicy tom yum soups, Thailand is renowned for its robust agricultural and food products, making it a major exporter worldwide.
Govt to chase pink baht after Pride nets B4.5bn
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 16/06/2024
» The government expects June's Pride Month will generate more than 4.5 billion baht in cash flow for the economy, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.
Steps touted to thin out crowds
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/06/2024
» Easing overtourism requires proper management and cooperation with local communities, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), which suggests Thailand disperse tourists to new destinations through infrastructure development.
Restaurateurs likely to be hit by global, local economic woes
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 11/06/2024
» The global economic downturn and Thailand's sluggish economy are likely to have a significant impact on the local restaurant segment, even with the visa-free scheme attracting more visitors.
Climate changes
Business, Published on 10/06/2024
» A government pledge to cut a large amount of greenhouse gas emissions is expected to reshape how Thai businesses operate.
Entertainment firms gain as SEC changes digital token rules
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 06/06/2024
» Companies in the entertainment industry are set to benefit from the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) decision to allow shelf filing of digital tokens in a move to support the country's soft power.
Kingdom's film industry expands presence at Cannes festival
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 02/06/2024
» The 77th Cannes Film Festival had plenty of opportunities to offer and business deals to seal, for the government, local filmmakers and production companies alike.
Makro to upgrade, grow stores
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 31/05/2024
» Makro, under CP Extra Plc, is upgrading its brand to a modern wholesale and retail business, aiming to expand its market both online and offline to cope with changing consumer behaviour.
Push to promote SME, community products abroad
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/05/2024
» Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai provided a policy briefing this week for overseas commercial counsellors to work with provincial commerce officers to promote Thai SMEs' (small and medium-sized enterprises) products and soft power -- including the food and content industries -- amid geopolitical tensions and changing consumer behaviour.