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Rama IX philosophy 'enhances progress'
Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 02/10/2025
» Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul, Vice Chair of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC), underscoring the relevance of King Rama IX's Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) in society today, says it is not about “settling for less” but about achieving sustainable, inclusive and enduring growth.
Billionaire financier Bessent confirmed as Trump's treasury chief
AFP, Published on 28/01/2025
» WASHINGTON - Billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent won Senate approval Monday to become US Treasury secretary, placing him at the forefront of implementing Donald Trump's economic agenda -– which is already triggering global jitters.
MVNOs scramble to forge new deals
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 10/01/2025
» Several mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) are busy seeking new network rental deals with telecom operators as the three spectrum bands of National Telecom (NT) they use at present to offer their services are set to expire in August 2025.
Pinktech ecosystem aims for economic, social impact
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 12/12/2024
» Addressing LGBTQIA2S+ discrimination could open new business opportunities that increase GDP by up to 1.47%, worth US$7.6 billion, according to the Thailand PinkTech Ecosystem Report 2024.
Thailand set to reap $2 billion 'rainbow tourism' boon
Bloomberg News, Published on 14/11/2024
» Thailand's landmark move to legalise same-sex marriage is set to boost “rainbow tourism” by attracting four million more visitors annually, and generate about US$2 billion in revenue, according to travel platform Agoda.
A love affair intensifies
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/10/2024
» Since launching in 2014, the popularity and number of Thai LGBTQ+ TV shows depicting positive and diverse stories of male-male romance, known as Boys' Love (BL) or Y series, has increased, gaining momentum during the pandemic.
Restaurants struggle to cope
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 17/09/2024
» Knowing one's strengths and distinctiveness, along with being able to utilise online marketing tools, are seen in Thailand as the keys to survival for restaurant business operators in a highly competitive market.
Startup surge
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 05/08/2024
» Major venture capitalists are eyeing huge investment opportunities in startups with the focus on artificial intelligence (AI), transformative digital healthcare, and the emerging field of so-called pink technology.
Canvas Ventures eyes pinktech startups
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 26/06/2024
» Thailand could become a "pinktech" hub, capitalising on untapped business opportunities stemming from the LGBTQ community, says Canvas Ventures Co Ltd, a multi-family venture capital office.
Rainbows that don't wash away
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 27/05/2024
» In the streets of many cities around the world, rainbow flags billow throughout June as a celebration of Pride Month, which symbolises the struggle for civil rights and the ongoing pursuit of equal rights for LGBTQIA+ people.