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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.
Rice mills call for action as prices deteriorate
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/11/2025
» As Thai rice prices have hit a 20-year low, more than 90% of rice mills are facing losses while farmers are struggling with debt repayment.
Rice exports likely to hit annual goal
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/10/2025
» Rice exports are on track to achieve the target of 7.5 million tonnes this year, although the value is anticipated to drop by 40% from last year, says the Thai Rice Exporters Association.
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.
Inflation falls for sixth month in a row
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/10/2025
» Thailand's headline consumer price index fell for a sixth consecutive month in September, declining by 0.72% year-on-year, but the country has yet to encounter a recession, says the Commerce Ministry.
Soybean, coconut imports prepped to sustain supplies
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/08/2025
» The Commerce Ministry plans to open markets and import soybeans and coconuts to maintain adequate supplies, enhance food security, and ensure benefits for Thai farmers.
Thai minister woos US businesses in New York
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/07/2025
» Thailand’s deputy commerce minister has invited large American corporations to invest in targeted industries in Thailand.
Talks held with food service provider
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/07/2025
» The commerce minister has held discussions with a leading American food service provider on the subject of enhancing Thai exports to the US.
Shippers told to prep contingency plans
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/06/2025
» The Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC) has observed a slowdown in orders for rice, chicken, rubber, food and electrical appliances due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the conflict in the Middle East.
B7bn pledged for off-season rice aid
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/05/2025
» The government plans to allocate more than 7 billion baht this year to support off-season rice farmers, while ensuring all farmers have access to affordable fertilisers.