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Gamut of challenges await BoT governor
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 23/07/2025
» The new governor of the Bank of Thailand (BoT) will immediately face challenges as business leaders want him to push for measures to reduce loan interest rates and relax lending criteria among state and privately-run banks as well as avoid a surge in the value of the baht.
WHA shrugs off impact of US tariffs
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/07/2025
» While the US's controversial reciprocal tariffs are causing some delays to international investment, Thailand is not expected to face a serious impact, according to WHA Corp, a Thai developer of industrial estates and built-to-suit logistics facilities.
EcoLife initiative takes great leap forward
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/05/2025
» Foreign guests staying at resorts on Koh Samui are helping to combat climate change while enjoying a fun ride on an elephant.
Srettha's vow wins FTI approval
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/09/2023
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) says it is pleased with the new government's pledge to reduce energy bills and retail diesel prices.
FTI holds breath on amended tariff rate
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 21/04/2023
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) remains hopeful a last-minute cut to the new power tariff, slated to take effect in less than two weeks, can help businesses and households cope with energy bills as authorities meet on Friday to review the rate.
WHA calls for luring further FDI
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 24/03/2023
» SET-listed WHA Corporation, the country's largest developer of built-to-suit logistics facilities, is calling for the next government to take advantage of more foreign investment, especially from China, to boost technology transfers and local employment.
Thai Honda downgrades sales target
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/03/2023
» While the upcoming general election is expected to bring about an increase in motorcycle purchases, the Thai market is still affected by inflation which has caused the domestic sales target to be revised down to 1.75 million units this year, says Thai Honda Co.
Pentinum, Luyuan team up on plant
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 14/03/2023
» Pentinum Electronics Co has partnered with China's Luyuan Electric Vehicles Co for a 50-million-baht investment in the construction of an electric motorcycle factory in Thailand, which would allow the Chinese firm to keep growing its exports amid the impact of the US-China trade war.
Thailand essential to GWM's ambitious plans
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 18/02/2023
» Chinese sport utility vehicle manufacturer Great Wall Motor (GWM) is determined to expand its electric vehicle (EV) business in Asean, with Thailand and Indonesia selected as its top destinations.
Firms use summit to calm furore
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/11/2022
» The business sector plans to use the Apec CEO Summit to stimulate foreign investment and defend the government's contentious proposal to allow foreign investors to own land in Thailand.