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New platform to host Thai tourism services
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/09/2024
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry has unveiled a new web portal connecting online services from the public sector, including the new electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system and the 300-baht fee collection from foreign tourists in the future.
Tourism minister urged to brace for the worst
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/09/2024
» Tourism operators have warned the new tourism minister to brace for a nosedive in the global economy and fiercer competition next year, urging the government to start planning for the worst-case scenario from this year.
Bad loans expected to hit banks hard this year
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 06/09/2024
» The banking sector is expected to face greater pressure for the remainder of the year as asset quality continues to deteriorate, with the new government seeking to lower lending rates, while risks from bad personal loan and credit card debt rise, say analysts.
Income tax cuts among financial hub lures
Published on 28/08/2024
» The Ministry of Finance is likely to cut personal and corporate income tax rates for approved individuals and businesses as part of its financial hub initiative to attract foreign investment.
Lazada's youngest homegrown chief sets out growth vision to drive Thailand's digital economy
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 26/08/2024
» As the new chief executive of major e-marketplace operator Lazada Thailand, Varitha Kiatpinyochai, 32, is the company's youngest homegrown chief executive and the first woman to take the helm.
Hilton Garden Inn Rayong to open its doors to public
Business, Published on 23/08/2024
» Hilton Garden Inn Rayong, a joint venture between Central Pattana and Hilton, opens its doors in Rayong this week.
Thai media revenue to reach B690bn in 2024
Business, Published on 23/08/2024
» The revenue of Thailand's entertainment and media (E&M) industries will reach 690 billion baht in 2024, representing a 4% increase from the previous year, according to a new survey by PwC.
Temu dents Thailand Post's logistics for e-commerce
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 22/08/2024
» The entry of Chinese e-commerce behemoth Temu is affecting Thailand Post's logistics service for other e-commerce platforms as its volume declined by 20-50% per day from July, said the company.
Knowing how to draw a crowd
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 22/08/2024
» Among international entertainment events in Thailand, fan meetings are some of the most successful, consistently drawing a considerable volume of attendees and attracting organisers to create more events to tap the burgeoning market.
Villa Market remains upbeat
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/08/2024
» The high level of household debt won't significantly impact Villa Market, according to Villa Market JP Co, the operator of the supermarket chain, as the company targets the high-income segment.