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Central bank backs effort to tackle cheap Chinese imports
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/08/2024
» The Bank of Thailand is backing government initiatives to address the issue of cheap Chinese products flooding the Thai market.
Sri Lanka approves free tourist visas for 35 countries
Reuters, Published on 22/08/2024
» COLOMBO - Sri Lanka's cabinet approved issuing free tourist visas to visitors from 35 countries including China, India and Russia, a top official said on Thursday, in an effort to boost tourism and help revive its crisis-hit economy.
Hoteliers oppose B280m package for online travel agents
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/08/2024
» Thai hoteliers are opposed to the cabinet's approval of 280 million baht to support tourism packages provided by online travel agents (OTAs), fearing most of the income would flow out to foreign platforms, while local operators cannot reap benefits.
Ministry sees 10% uptick in gems and jewellery exports
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/08/2024
» The Commerce Ministry anticipates exports of gems and jewellery to expand by 10% this year, attributed to increased demand in the global market, the continuing recovery in tourism, and expansion into new markets.
BoT leaves interest rate unchanged
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/08/2024
» The Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) kept the policy rate steady at 2.5% on Wednesday, in line with the local economic recovery.
Pact offers firms e-sports prospects overseas
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 21/08/2024
» Thailand's technology and financial technology businesses are seeking business opportunities in Saudi Arabia to capitalise on Saudi Vision 2030 and the world's first edition of the Olympic Esports Games scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia next year.
Climate risks threaten Thai economy
Oped, Rapeepat Ingkasit, Published on 21/08/2024
» Last month, our Climate Finance Network Thailand (CFNT) network hosted a webinar titled "Time to Act: Looming Climate Impacts on Thailand's Financial Sector". Our highlight was our guest, Dr Kannika Thampanishvong, section head at the Puey Ungphakorn Institute for Economic Research, who told us about how finance professionals view climate change and how economists prepare to deal with natural disasters.
Hilton to expand in SE Asia
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/08/2024
» Thailand and Vietnam are crucial destinations for Hilton hotels in Southeast Asia, as the company plans to double its size in the region over five years based on robust tourism and growing economies.
Thaicom Pioneers Space Technology to Enhance Community Wellbeing
Published on 20/08/2024
» Thaicom Public Company Limited is advancing satellite internet development in remote areas, starting with the Doi Wiang Pha community in Chai Prakan District, Chiang Mai. The introduction of new satellite technology and space services, including telemedicine, digital education, online transactions, and satellite mobile networks, aims to enhance quality of life. This innovative progress is further supported by IoT device solutions and a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite platform, providing insights for Earth observation projects, such as a carbon credit platform, all aligning with Thailand's ESG mission.
The US dollar is a problem for everyone
Oped, Published on 20/08/2024
» In 1971, US Treasury Secretary John Connally famously told his counterparts in the G10 that "the dollar is our currency, but it's your problem". Connally was being unexpectedly candid about the fact that, even though the greenback was the world's main reserve currency, its foremost purpose was to advance US interests.