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New scheme seeks to lower drug costs
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/12/2025
» Thailand is now defined as an "aged" society, with increased demand for medical services resulting in overcrowding in public hospitals.
Pact aims to rev up pharma patent use
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/12/2025
» The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) held discussions with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to support the targeted development of health products. The collaboration aims to enhance health offerings to better serve an ageing society and address emerging diseases.
Thai private hospitals back cheaper drug options
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/10/2025
» More than 350 private hospitals in Thailand have signed on to a government initiative to offer patients the option of buying medicines from external sources, according to the Department of Internal Trade.
US commends IP progress in Thailand
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/05/2024
» Thailand remains on the watch list in an annual US report on intellectual property protection, which praised the government for improvements to the IP system, according to the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP).
GI registration proposed for Nan coffee
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/02/2024
» The Ministry of Commerce will push for geographical indication (GI) registration for Nan coffee to increase the market value for local products and encourage young people to live sustainably in their communities.
Asean-China pact ramps up exports
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/02/2024
» The Asean-China Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) has significantly boosted Thai exports to China, particularly processed sugar items such as syrup, artificial honey and various sweeteners.
Srettha calls for an end to red tape
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/01/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Tuesday ordered all ministries to undertake significant regulatory and legal reforms to facilitate the ease of doing business, aiming to complete the process this year.
Debt aid measures are implemented
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/01/2024
» The debt suspension and relief programme for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has kicked off as part of the government's commitment to address the problem.
Private hospitals urged to cap prices
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/12/2023
» The Internal Trade Department is asking for coordination from private hospitals to help cap drug prices and medical service charges in a bid to reduce the cost of living.
Department to meet all oil traders
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 05/08/2023
» The Internal Trade Department has scheduled a meeting with all oil traders next week to inspect fuel dispensers and equipment to ensure they are in good condition after customers complained they had been short-changed by certain petrol stations.