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Chinese tech firm chooses Thailand for overseas plant
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 07/02/2026
» Hesai Technology, a global leader in light detection and ranging (LiDAR) solutions and intelligent vehicle navigation systems, says Thailand will host its first manufacturing base outside China.
Office mulls higher small project cap of B10bn
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/01/2026
» The State Enterprise Policy Office (Sepo) is considering amendments to the public-private partnership (PPP) law to redefine small-scale projects, potentially raising the investment threshold from 5 billion baht to up to 10 billion in a move aimed at accelerating public investment.
High-speed rail project to commence service by 2030
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 30/01/2025
» The government has confirmed the Bangkok-Nong Khai high-speed rail project, connecting to China's high-speed railway network, will be operational by 2030.
Push to tackle debt via stronger growth
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/12/2024
» The government intends to stimulate economic growth in order to address household debt problems sustainably, according to Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.
Agency predicts completion of railway bridge by 2029
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 06/12/2023
» The Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Neda) expects the new bridge facilitating the Thailand-China high-speed train project's crossing between Thailand and Laos to be completed by 2029.
Village Funds repurposed
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 07/05/2020
» The global lockdown has disrupted activities related to exports and tourism, mainstays of the Thai economy comprising over 80% of GDP. This underscores the importance of a local economy-driven growth model.
Cap in store for next domestic travel perk
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 10/10/2019
» The number of recipients for the second phase of the cash rebate for spending outside home provinces is expected to be limited to 5 million, says Finance Minister Uttama Savanayana.
GSB, GH Bank to fund cheap house project
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 18/06/2019
» State-owned Government Savings Bank (GSB) and GH Bank will jointly extend pre- and post-financing worth 4 billion baht for five low-cost residential projects under the Pracharath Thai housing scheme.
Treasury waiting for approval to mint coins
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/01/2019
» The Treasury Department is awaiting royal approval to mint His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn's coronation commemorative coins and medals.
Cigarette tax hike likely pushed to 2021
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 28/08/2018
» The Finance Ministry has informally delayed doubling the excise tax on cigarettes to 40% for another two years to October 2021, claiming the higher levy will be a heavy blow to state-run Thailand Tobacco Monopoly's (TTM) sales revenue, and impede on its plan to buy tobacco from local farmers.