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Digital tech central to national upgrade
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 11/02/2026
» The government has pledged to leverage digital technology to upgrade agricultural supply chains.
Upskilling scheme targets small entrepreneurs
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/11/2025
» The government's upskilling programme for small entrepreneurs under the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" (half-half plus) scheme is designed to equip them with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy, according to Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
SME D Bank puts annual loan growth at 25%
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 05/11/2025
» The Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank) expects to provide loans to SMEs totalling 75 billion baht this year, around 25% higher than last year.
Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation expands scope of credit services
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/09/2025
» The Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG) can now offer its guarantees to entrepreneurs seeking loans from non-bank lenders that are not subsidiaries of financial institutions, covering auto leasing loans.
Thai lottery seen as model for developing countries
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/04/2025
» The World Bank plans to study Thailand's retirement lottery scheme with a goal of introducing it in other developing countries with low retirement savings.
Household debt a ticking time bomb
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/12/2024
» Household debt is a major concern for policymakers, who fear it could become a ticking time bomb for the economy.
Platform being prepped for phase 3 of handout
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/12/2024
» The third phase of the government's 10,000-baht cash handout scheme will be distributed through a digital payment platform, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Pundit urges end to big-ticket measures
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 09/12/2024
» The government is advised to halt implementing big-ticket stimulus measures as the economy is on track for continued recovery, according to the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI).
Good Money to help GSB deliver on its social pledge
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 06/11/2024
» Government Savings Bank (GSB) is venturing into the personal and small business loan market through an online platform, leveraging alternative data and technology-driven solutions, with a goal of reaching 500,000 customers over the next four years.
Inflation too low, says finance minister
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/10/2024
» Thailand’s inflation rate needs to be around 2% to support economic growth, says Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.