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Thailand's economy: Where is it going?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 22/09/2016
» Growth up a little but average household suffering economically. Political stability & renewed investment key to future growth & prosperity.
Thai-Chinese rail: Thai sole investor to speed it up
Jon Fernquest, Published on 24/03/2016
» After China fails to agree to 2% or lower interest rate & 60% ownership in project, China will be used for project development, not investment to speed project up.
New Airport Rail Link to include Don Mueang & U Tapao
Jon Fernquest, Published on 25/01/2016
» Planned rail system linking Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang & U-Tapao airports offers convenience to air travelers, but bottleneck in construction must be worked out first.
China's railway price 30% higher than original estimate, delays
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/09/2015
» After China's price quote 30% higher than original estimate, Nong Khai-Rayong railway construction delayed until December. China & Thailand have yet to agree on many issues.
Rail loans: China's interest rates too high
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/02/2015
» Only "underdeveloped countries" get special 2% interest rate, China says. So, for rail construction, in-country financing & possible loans from Japan to be used as well.
Thai-China railway to start this year
Jon Fernquest, Published on 16/01/2015
» Construction of first two sections from Bangkok to Map Ta Phut will begin in September this year and service will begin in December 2017.
What's new in business news: January 14, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/01/2015
» Three rail projects to be presented to Japan during PM Prayut's visit to Japan, World Bank cuts forecast for global economy & Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) for foreign investments.
What's new in business news: January 12, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 12/01/2015
» Transport projects may cause big traffic jams this year, Tour de France on the Mekong River & stem cell bill to thwart false claims.
What's new in business news: November 13, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/11/2014
» Sorayuth & Bangkok Film Festival bribery cases revived, Prayut calls for tighter Asean cooperation especially on trade & anti-human trafficking, & UK to offer £600 24-hour visa service.
What's new in business news: November 12, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 12/11/2014
» China train loan to be repaid in Thai rice & rubber, National Police Chief buys big stake in Shinawatra telecom company & monetary policy set to help slowing economy.