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Early Detection Key as Samitivej Pioneers GAAD Screening
Published on 16/01/2026
» Liver cancer remains one of Thailand’s most pressing public health challenges, yet few realise how silently and rapidly it develops. According to Prof. Teerha Piratvisuth, M.D., Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital and President of the Gastroenterological Association of Thailand, liver cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Thailand, but it can often be prevented or treated successfully if detected early.
Thai firms halt syrup production as China's ban drags on
Reuters, Published on 24/04/2025
» Dozens of Thai firms grappling with US$60 million losses from China's ban on sugar syrup have stopped production, an industry body said, following unsuccessful negotiation attempts by the Southeast Asian nation to lift the restrictions.
Thailand may yet embark on region’s most aggressive rate cuts
Bloomberg, Published on 21/03/2025
» The Bank of Thailand, which has long resisted interest-rate cuts despite immense political pressure, may end up having to embark on the region’s most aggressive easing cycle as a sluggish economy takes a turn for the worse, according to analysts.
Chinese syrup ban has cost Thai firms B2 billion
Reuters, Published on 25/02/2025
» Thai companies grappling with losses of about two billion baht — twice the amount estimated earlier — from China’s ban on sugar syrup face shutdowns as soon as next month, an industry body said, while negotiations by officials from the country to lift the measure yielded no fruit.
Asian shares rally as Trump softens tone on China
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee & Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 25/01/2025
» RECAP: Asian shares rallied yesterday after US President Donald Trump said he thought he could reach a trade deal rather than impose tariffs on China.
Thailand to lose $29 million from China's syrup import ban
Reuters, Published on 24/01/2025
» Thai businesses are expected to incur up to 1 billion baht (US$29.5 million) in losses from China's ban on sugar syrup and premixed powder exports from the Southeast Asian nation, with shipments left stranded in Chinese ports, industry group said.
Thailand seeks talks with China to lift syrup ban
Reuters and Online Reporters, Published on 16/01/2025
» Chinese authorities have asked Thailand to inspect dozens of factories before opening negotiations to lift a ban imposed last month on sugar syrup and premixed powder exports from the country, Thai officials say.
China rejects B400m in Thai syrup shipments
Online Reporters, Published on 04/01/2025
» Hundreds of millions of baht in damages are feared after Thai sugar products were stopped in mid-shipment to China after the country’s food safety agency raised concerns about hygiene in Thai factories.
Kao: 60 Years of Kirei, Enhancing Thai Lives
Published on 15/10/2024
» Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd. has been enhancing the lives of Thai people with products like Attack, Magiclean, Haiter, Curel, and Laurier. As the first overseas branch of Kao Corporation, Japan's leading daily goods manufacturer with a legacy of 137 years, Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd. was established in 1964. Over the past 60 years, Kao Thailand has promoted "hygiene & protection" for the lives and society of the Thai people. Kao is committed to creating high-value-added products and services that bring enrichment and well-being to all people and the planet. Leveraging its advanced innovation technology, Kao's diverse range of products has become a part of the everyday lives of people in Asia, Oceania, North America, and Europe.
Brazil sugar losses make Thai, Indian supply more important
Bloomberg News, Published on 26/09/2024
» Brazil's wildfires and drought that rattled the global sugar market have put the onus on Thailand and India to cover lost supplies. But both have offered recent reminders that they too face their own risks.