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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.
Agency, CP All tout GI products
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/12/2025
» The Department of Intellectual Property (IP) has teamed up with CP All Plc, the local operator of 7-Eleven convenience stores, to promote innovation and geographical indication (GI) products, strengthening Thai entrepreneurs through IP.
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.
Durian deals aplenty at festival of fruit
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 12/06/2025
» The Department of Internal Trade (DIT) and the Thai Fresh Market Association jointly organised the "Thai Fruits Festival 2025 by DIT" to distribute quality durian and promote domestic consumption, with the aim of supporting local fruit prices.
Commerce Ministry keeping close eye on prices
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/03/2025
» The Ministry of Commerce says it is monitoring product prices and rolling out initiatives to help minimise living expenses for Thais.
Bhutan free trade deal all set
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/02/2025
» Thailand and Bhutan have concluded the fourth round of negotiations for a free-trade agreement (FTA), running from Feb 17-19 in Bangkok.
Bid to boost ties with Germany
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/10/2024
» Thailand is holding talks with Germany to strengthen bilateral economic and trade cooperation and expedite Thailand-EU free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations.
Federation eyes measures to protect SMEs
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/09/2024
» The Federation of Thai SMEs has called on the government to amend regulations, set strategies and enforce laws governing foreign businesses to ensure fair competition for Thai entrepreneurs.
Focus on flood-hit food costs
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 02/09/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is monitoring the price movements of agricultural products as floods continue to pummel several provinces in Thailand.