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Survey shows Japanese companies optimistic
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 03/02/2026
» Undeterred by business challenges, Japanese companies are determined to continue investing in Thailand, with 23% of 520 companies surveyed vowing to expand operations as they expect the economy to improve in the first half of 2026, according to the Board of Investment (BoI).
Assessing Vietnam's economic powerhouse
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 10/01/2026
» It was welcome news when the Board of Investment (BoI) announced a sharp rise in investment applications in 2025.
Drastic plastic
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/12/2025
» In the global fight against climate change, plastics have emerged as both a symbol of modern convenience and an environmental challenge.
Japanese firms pledge to maintain pickup capacity
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/12/2025
» Japanese automakers Isuzu and Toyota have vowed to maintain pickup manufacturing capacity in Thailand and continue purchasing auto parts, despite a sharp decline in domestic sales, aiming to shield parts suppliers from financial strain.
Committee expects exports to slow in Q4
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/10/2025
» Exports are expected to slow in the final quarter due to global trade uncertainties and the baht's appreciation, says the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB).
Border row a double blow for businesses
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 20/09/2025
» The Thai-Cambodian territorial conflict has curtailed border trade and raised worries over the future of Thai businesses in the neighbouring country, as well as Cambodian workers in Thailand.
Thai industrial estate authority seeks Japanese expertise
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 03/09/2025
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) is strengthening cooperation with Japanese authorities and entrepreneurs to better promote growth of targeted industries amid the country's shift to clean energy.
Regulation to curb usage of mercury
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 20/08/2025
» Construction of new mercury plants will not be allowed and the use of mercury in industrial processes will be limited in an effort to better protect the environment and human health, says the Industry Ministry.
Senior Com banking on regional expansion
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/08/2025
» Car distribution software developer Senior Com is planning to expand its business into Southeast Asian countries, taking advantage of growth in the electric vehicle (EV) market and greater adoption of digital technology to enhance business performance.
BoI targets faster EV growth
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 10/06/2025
» The Board of Investment (BoI) aims to help the country drive up employment by boosting the growth of the electric vehicle (EV) industry.