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Taking Chiang Rai to the world
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/09/2024
» The founder of Welcome to Chiang Rai Co Ltd, a new social enterprise in northern Thailand, was inspired by the beauty and diversity of hill tribe apparel and accessories and aims to add value to such crafted products to help generate sustainable income for the communities producing them.
Trade pact with Sri Lanka
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/03/2024
» The Thai-Sri Lankan free trade agreement (FTA) was approved by the Thai parliament yesterday and now awaits ratification by both sides.
State spending to rise by 3.4% to B3.6tn
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/01/2024
» The cabinet has approved a budget of 3.6 trillion baht for fiscal 2025, with the budget deficit expanding to 713 billion baht.
Inflation dips again for second month
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/12/2023
» Headline inflation declined for a second consecutive month in November, reaching its lowest level in 33 months, largely attributed to lower energy prices, particularly for diesel and gasohol 91 following the government's provision of support measures.
Headline inflation declines
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/11/2023
» Headline inflation declined for the first time in 25 months in October, largely attributed to lower energy prices and several government support measures.
Recycled clothing demand surges on environmental concerns
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/06/2023
» Clothing made from recycled materials is becoming a global consumer trend as more people are concerned about protecting the environment and reducing emissions.
Price controls get one-year extension
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/06/2023
» The Ministry of Commerce has extended price controls on 51 products and services for another year. The extension will expire on June 30, 2024.
Cannabis valued at B43bn by 2025
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/07/2022
» Thailand's cannabis market is expected to grow by about 15% a year between 2023 and 2025, with the market value forecast to reach up to 43 billion baht in 2025, according to the latest study by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Hemp to be promoted in textile industry
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/06/2022
» The Commerce Ministry looks set to promote and upgrade hemp fibre in the Thai textile industry as it offers high potential in the global market under the popular bio-, circular and green economic model.
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.