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DBS calls for discipline in volatile world
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 12/02/2026
» Disciplined diversification, long-term conviction, and a focus on structural themes are vital for investors to navigate global markets this year amid elevated volatility, uneven interest rate paths and persistent geopolitical risks, says Singapore-based DBS Bank.
Rate cut likely at Monetary Policy Committee meeting next week
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 12/12/2025
» Analysts expect the Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to cut its policy rate by 0.25 basis points (bps) at next week's meeting, following the US Federal Reserve's latest move as multiple pressures weigh on the domestic outlook.
China–Thailand QR payments made seamless for travellers
Post Reporters, Published on 02/12/2025
» Chinese tourists visiting Thailand can now enjoy easier payments, thanks to expanded, interoperable quick response (QR) code services enabled by deepening cross-border collaboration between the two countries. The initiative is powered by UnionPay’s global payment capabilities and QR infrastructure from UnionPay International (UPI).
Flavors of Jiangsu: A Culinary Journey through Nanjing, Suzhou, and Yangzhou
Published on 24/11/2025
» In the eastern heartland of China lies Jiangsu Province — a region that captivates not only with its classical gardens, canals, and ancient towns, but also with a culinary heritage as refined as its culture. Jiangsu is home to thirteen cities, each boasting its own distinctive local delicacies that reveal the soul of the place. From the rich duck dishes of Nanjing to the delicate sweetness of Suzhou and the world-famous Yangzhou cuisine, this province invites travellers to savour its stories — one bite at a time.
New Chinese economic plan prompts Thai trade rethink
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/11/2025
» The commerce minister has directed Thai trade offices in China to adjust their strategies in response to the latter's economic development plan, in a bid to increase exports.
Tepid forecast for 2026 rice shipments
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/11/2025
» The rice export outlook for 2026 appears subdued due to several negative factors, as exporters expect to ship 7.5 million tonnes of rice next year.
Cofco encouraged to finalise G2G rice deal
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/09/2025
» The Commerce Ministry has requested China's Cofco Corporation import 500,000 tonnes of Thai rice, including 280,000 tonnes still pending under a government-to-government (G2G) agreement.
Pact to enhance value of farm products
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/08/2025
» The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) has teamed up with the Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR) to enhance the value of Thai agricultural products.
How Thailand's craft chocolate industry is raising the bar with sustainable practices
South China Morning Post, Published on 12/07/2025
» When it comes to countries that produce chocolate, Switzerland and Belgium may be among the first to come to mind. But neither of them grow cacao, the fruit whose seeds are needed to make chocolate. In fact, 70% of the world's cacao comes from the Ivory Coast, in western Africa.
Philippines seeks US talks after tariff raised to 20%
Bloomberg News, Published on 10/07/2025
» The Philippines will hold further negotiations with the United States after President Donald Trump increased the planned tariff rate to 20% from 17%, said Manila’s ambassador to the US.