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Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand chief eyes strategic reboot
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/01/2026
» The next government is urged to reform investment strategy and streamline working processes to lift economic growth, including attracting high-value sectors such as wellness tourism, high-tech industry and green infrastructure.
Impact of tariff hikes on tourism likely to unfold next year
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/07/2025
» Tourism operators view the US's tariff policy as indirectly hampering Thai tourism in the form of reduced spending, but this impact is not expected to unfold until next year, as many tourists have already booked trips for the upcoming high season.
Call for major upgrades to Thai tourism sector
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/06/2025
» The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) will this week submit a letter to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, requesting improvements to the tourism industry in order to compete at the global level.
Chinese Mice sector growth eased in Q1
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/04/2025
» Sluggish growth of the Chinese Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) market is expected for the first quarter, though the recent earthquake should not have a severe impact on the Mice industry.
Cooperation key to Central's sustainability push
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/03/2025
» Central Group insists that sustainability initiatives require collaboration between key stakeholders, as sustainable development will likely be impacted by the US presidency of Donald Trump.
Neo Corporate eyes premium, export markets
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/08/2024
» SET-listed Neo Corporate plans to focus on the premium market and exports for double-digit growth annually over the next five years, after registering revenue growth that beat the market average in all three categories of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) last year.
Thailand promotes sustainable city exploration on foot
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/07/2024
» Tourism is a service sector driven by people's proclivity to travel and their consumption habits while travelling. Strolling through a town or city to explore the local attractions and features has become a popular activity among tourists seeking to gain in-depth knowledge about local neighbourhoods.
SAT-1 terminal's lounges at Suvarnabhumi drawing few passengers
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/07/2024
» Airport lounges and day rooms at the new satellite terminal at Suvarnabhumi airport in Samut Prakan province remain quiet due to lack of international flights despite having been open for almost a year, according to Miracle Group, an operator of airport lounges and hotels.
Thais skimp on dining during trips
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/05/2024
» Outbound travellers are saving on dining, spending a lot more on shopping and luxury products during their trips, with Japan and China the top destinations during the Songkran holiday, according to YouTrip, a multi-currency digital wallet.
Retail sector still sensitive
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/03/2024
» Despite higher tourist spending and tax incentives to spur purchases, Thailand's retail industry remains fragile, with an influx of substandard goods from China piling pressure on local entrepreneurs.