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Edging away from conflict
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/09/2025
» The ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia is having a notable economic effect on both nations and their investors, which may cause foreign investors to re-evaluate their business strategies, particularly the Thailand Plus One model that allows them to leverage Thailand's robust infrastructure while taking advantage of lower labour costs in neighbouring countries, such as Cambodia.
Bangkok-Savannakhet air link to boost tourism
Online Reporters, Published on 02/02/2024
» Laos will introduce a new air link between Savannakhet and Bangkok next month to attract tourists during a campaign to visit the country this year.
Four Thai banks shutter branches in Laos as costs mount
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 31/08/2023
» Four large Thai banks have decided to close their branches in Laos, mainly attributed to tighter regulations and higher regulatory costs while business activities declined.
Mukdahan airport to be regional hub
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/10/2020
» The Department of Airports has completed a feasibility study for Mukdahan airport, which the government envisions as the northeastern region's gateway to Thailand's neighbouring countries, a source said on Monday.
More border closures in fight against virus
Post Reporters, Published on 20/03/2020
» The Interior Ministry has ordered most border provinces to leave only one international checkpoint open as the country tries to block arrivals to contain the coronavirus outbreak that has caused a sharp jump in cases this week.
Mukdahan aims to bridge Isan, region
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 02/01/2020
» The northeastern province Mukdahan is revamping its tourism strategy to serve as a bridge connecting many provinces of the Isan region and nearby countries to create a greater flow of tourists.
BAY's blockchain assists cross-border funds transfers
Business, Published on 12/11/2019
» Bank of Ayudhya (BAY) has introduced a blockchain solution for transferring funds between Thailand and Laos, significantly reducing the time needed to make money transfers, to promote cross-border trade.
Sister city products being developed
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/10/2018
» Sister cities projects with Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam have been initiated to introduce new products to the market.
BAY puts Vietnam plans on back burner
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 21/05/2018
» SET-listed Bank of Ayudhya (BAY) has put off exploring business opportunities in Vietnam after facing several hurdles, particularly the high costs of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Kiattana sees 10% revenue growth in 2018
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 05/01/2018
» MAI-listed logistics provider Kiattana Transport Plc (KIAT) expects 5-10% growth in revenue to 945-990 million baht in 2018, on par with industry growth.