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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.
Government and hospitals act to bring down drug costs
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/11/2025
» A new agreement between the Thai government and private hospitals aims to reduce living costs by 32 billion baht by promoting transparency in drug pricing and giving consumers more options when purchasing medications.
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.
Booming export numbers on course to smash expectations
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 02/10/2025
» Exports are expected to grow by 6-7% this year, surpassing the previous target of 2-3%, according to the Commerce Ministry.
New business registrations see surge
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/10/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is upbeat about new business registrations this year, driven by the government's stimulus measures and the rebound in the tourism sector.
Organic approach to sustainable well-being
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/07/2024
» Although progress has been made in production and policy measures, organic agriculture is still considered to be at an early stage of development in Thailand when it comes to major actors such as private companies, government projects, grower cooperatives, grassroots support groups and non-government organisations.
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.
Urgent plea to commercial counsellors
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/10/2023
» With Thai exports likely to contract, overseas commercial counsellors provide crucial support on the front lines, promoting the main contributor to the country's economy.
State helps fund upgrade of Pluak Daeng hospital 2
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/12/2022
» The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) Policy Committee, chaired by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, yesterday greenlighted a 2-billion-baht investment to upgrade Pluak Daeng hospital 2 in Rayong.
Ministry 'closely monitors' ATK price gouging
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/01/2022
» The Commerce Ministry is monitoring antigen test kits (ATK) prices to ensure they remain affordable for the public amid a surge of Covid-19 infections in Bangkok and provinces.