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Khon Kaen expects boost from longer-stay visas
News, Chakkrapan Natanri, Published on 04/06/2024
» The private sector in the northeastern province of Khon Kaen is confident that the visa extension measure of 60 days, effective this month, will help spur tourism and the economy.
Why SMEs must prepare for the green economy
Business, Published on 04/06/2024
» With 2024 set to surpass the heat record established in 2023, Thailand is preparing for a series of sweltering years ahead while grappling with a cooling economy.
Top-up tax draft heads to cabinet
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 04/06/2024
» Draft legislation to collect taxes from multinational enterprises (MNEs) to prevent the shifting of profit to subsidiaries located in countries with a lower tax base is scheduled to be presented to the cabinet for approval in the next two weeks, says Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Poll: E-commerce value estimated at B5.96tn
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 04/06/2024
» The value of Thailand's e-commerce market was estimated at 5.96 trillion baht in 2023, driven by the insurance, art, entertainment, recreation, retail and wholesale sectors, according to a survey carried out late last year by the Electronic Transactions Development Agency.
Trade upgrade
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/06/2024
» Technological change, once a gentle breeze, is now sweeping through with much greater force, raising concerns about whether these advancements will disrupt Thailand's export sector, which accounted for 54.5% of GDP last year, excluding services.
Economy in need of revival
Business, Published on 03/06/2024
» Following a disappointing GDP expansion reading of only 1.5% in the first quarter, trailing other economies in the region, the Thai government plans to pick up the pace to stimulate economic growth.
Indians' Airbnb bookings in Thailand soar
Post Reporters, Published on 02/06/2024
» More Indian tourists, especially those of Gen Y and Gen Z, are visiting Thailand. They like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Phuket and Koh Samui but have started to look at less-known destinations, according to the government spokesman.
Loxley unit says upcountry stores may suffer amid dip
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 01/06/2024
» Thailand's economic downturn could cause some retail stores in the provinces to shutter, according to Loxley Trading, a consumer goods distribution arm of trading conglomerate Loxley Plc.
A steady pair of hands steering the ship
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/06/2024
» Dr Pichit Kangwolkij treats diseases as part of his profession, so making business diagnoses a part of his daily routine requires a shift in mindset.
PM pitches Thai-US partnership
Published on 31/05/2024
» Thailand is ready to forge a new chapter in its economic partnership with the United States, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin told a conference on Friday.