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BoI applications up sharply in first half
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 10/08/2021
» Despite escalating Covid-19 infections in the country, the value of Thailand's investment applications more than doubled in the first half of the year, boosted by foreign direct investment, along with growth in the electronics and medical sectors.
EEC investment to hit B2.5tr in 2027
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 05/08/2021
» The government expects private investment in the state flagship Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) scheme to reach as much as 2.5 trillion baht in 2027, playing a key role in driving economic growth during that period.
Government asked to expedite regulatory guillotine
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 29/07/2021
» The government is being urged to step up efforts to reform outdated laws and regulations that hinder business activities and public services within six months to raise Thailand's competitiveness after the pandemic.
New Phuket rule passes
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 23/07/2021
» Foreign visitors participating in the Phuket sandbox scheme will be allowed to visit other tourist spots after seven days starting from Aug 1.
On the fast lane to a hi-tech economy
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 16/06/2021
» The government remains committed to the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), firmly believing investment value in the corridor will reach at least 300 billion baht this year as expected.
Package needed to spur interest in S-curve
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 27/05/2021
» The Board of Investment (BoI) is being urged to implement more proactive approaches to promote investment, especially in targeted industries.
Value of FDI applications surges despite pandemic
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 14/05/2021
» Despite continued outbreaks of Covid-19, foreign direct investment (FDI) is thriving, with applications in the first quarter surging 143% year-on-year in investment value.
Time to rethink future growth channels
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 29/04/2021
» The Thai economy faces a spate of challenges with the latest outbreak compounding the difficulty of recovery efforts.
Adviser says barriers need alleviating
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 26/04/2021
» Thailand risks lagging behind Malaysia, Vietnam and even Indonesia for investment competitiveness if obstacles are not smoothed over, warns the former senior country officer and managing director for JPMorgan Thailand.
Development plan targets adding value
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 23/04/2021
» The next national economic and social development plan should focus on narrowing income disparity and reducing poverty through innovation, creating a knowledge-based economy and value-added development, says the state planning unit's chief.