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Bangkok Bank targets investment options in Indonesia
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 02/07/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) sees significant business opportunities in Indonesia over the next two decades and says it is committed to supporting Thai businesses expanding into the country.
Banks help sugar farmers combat PM2.5
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/04/2025
» The amount of PM2.5 air pollution has increased in Thailand in recent years, driven by multiple factors such as industrial manufacturing, the widespread use of internal combustion engine-powered vehicles, and the open burning of garbage and agricultural crop residue.
BoT urges upgrade of Thailand's durian production
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 30/05/2023
» Thailand needs to improve its durian production to remain the top exporter amid tougher competition over the next five years, according to a Bank of Thailand report.
BoT lays out plan to reduce debt level
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/07/2021
» The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has discussed with relevant authorities to seek ways to lower the country's household debt, starting from co-operatives and student loans with a target to expand to cover farmer loans next year.
Beating back debt beasties
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/11/2018
» A recent news item captured public attention about a female school director in Kamphaeng Phet province who guaranteed student loan fund (SLF) debt for her 60 students, 21 of whom defaulted. After her finances ran dry, the court ordered seizure of her assets, a stark reminder that debt can ruin even a guarantor's life.
Digital Ventures secures fresh funds for China plays
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 08/11/2018
» Digital Ventures Co Ltd (DV), a corporate venture capital arm of Siam Commercial Bank, has raised a further US$50 million (1.64 billion baht) in funds for technology investment in China.