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China’s global travellers pull back amid uncertainty
Published on 26/09/2023
» More Chinese travellers are delaying outbound plans amid economic uncertainty, according to a new survey, potentially bad news for countries depending on one of the world’s biggest sources of tourists.
Weixin Pay facilitates cross-border payments
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 21/09/2023
» Chinese payment service provider Weixin Pay under Tencent has introduced new features to support payments by foreign tourists visiting China and cross-border payment transactions.
Figuring out how to entice the Chinese
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/09/2023
» China lifted strict travel restrictions more than eight months ago, but the number of visitors to Thailand still lags the previous pace.
Vietnam Airlines signs $10bn deal with Boeing
Published on 12/09/2023
» HANOI: Vietnam Airlines has signed a preliminary deal for 50 Boeing 737 Max aircraft during a visit by US President Joe Biden to the country.
HSBC unit notches several awards
Business, Published on 09/09/2023
» HSBC Thailand was named "Best International Bank in Thailand" by Asiamoney and FinanceAsia magazines for the third consecutive year.
Excise Department mulls carbon tax
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 06/09/2023
» The Excise Department is exploring the idea of a carbon tax for the energy and transport sectors to reduce carbon emissions, says director-general Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Thailand's disappointing recovery
Business, Published on 29/08/2023
» Thailand's economic recovery softened in the second quarter of 2023. Official data released on Aug 21 by the National Economic and Social Development Council showed real gross domestic product (GDP) growth edged down from 2.6% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2023 to 1.8% in the second quarter.
Implications of deflation in China
Business, Published on 18/08/2023
» As China grapples with a serious deflation threat, investors worldwide must prepare for the fallout and adjust their strategies accordingly, warns deVere Group, an independent financial advisory.
Thailand advances in offshoring index
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/08/2023
» Thailand has moved up one spot in the latest Global Services Location Index (GSLI) conducted by management consultancy Kearney, thanks to the country's financial attractiveness, business environment and potential to become an innovation hub.
Fruit exports fare well in first 5 months
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/08/2023
» Thai fruit remained popular during the first five months of this year, as demonstrated by the utilisation of free trade agreement (FTA) benefits by exporters, especially with regard to shipments bound for China.