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Sacit aims to nuture new cohorts of creators
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/06/2025
» The Sustainable Arts and Crafts Institute of Thailand (public organisation) or Sacit is promoting Thai crafts on the global stage by nurturing young creators and looking to expand export markets.
Arts, crafts to promote soft power
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/06/2024
» Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has ordered the Sustainable Arts and Crafts Institute of Thailand (SACIT) to continue implementing the royal wishes of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit regarding the support and promotion of local arts and crafts to make them commercially viable, while capturing the recognition of the international community.
Thailand, Bhutan prepare for trade talks
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 15/05/2024
» Thailand and Bhutan are preparing to hold talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) during the 5th Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting this month, which could help boost bilateral trade to US$120 million.
Lifestyle products seen as key Thai export
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/03/2024
» Thailand wants to export lifestyle products to promote local identity, soft power and highlight the calibre of new-generation small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to the world market.
Service sector to liberalise
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/01/2024
» The Commerce Ministry looks set to liberalise 10 service businesses this year, such as telecom services, treasury centres and currency exchange businesses.
'Grey' businesses facing crackdown
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/02/2023
» The Commerce Ministry is investigating 200 companies suspected of acting as nominees for foreign businesses in a move to curb the so-called "grey" market, with a particular focus on restaurants and tourism-related business in four notorious areas of Bangkok.
Commerce Ministry probes 200 suspected 'grey' business fronts for foreigners
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/02/2023
» The Commerce Ministry has been investigating 200 companies suspected of acting as nominees for foreign businesses in a move to curb the so-called "grey business" sector, focusing on restaurants and tourism-related enterprises in four notorious areas of Bangkok.
Handicraft exports enjoy uplift as demand recovers
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/09/2021
» Thailand's handicraft exports are expected to grow by nearly 20% this year, driven by increasing demand for silverware, goldware and ornaments.
Handicraft exports poised to recover
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/06/2021
» Thailand's handicraft exports are expected to rebound this year, in line with the country's overall export prospects thanks to the global economic recovery, eased lockdown measures and wide distribution of Covid-19 vaccinations.
State vows geographical indication for every province
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/02/2020
» The government is committed to developing and promoting geographical indication (GI) products in every province this year to generate income for communities.