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IEAT signs land sale to boost southern economy
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 20/03/2024
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) expects its latest land sale to a lightweight brick manufacturer to serve growing brick demand and support the government's plan to help the economy in the southern region.
Panel weighs new minimum wage hike
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/02/2024
» The tripartite wage committee is considering the factors used to calculate the daily minimum wage, following the government proposal to increase the rate for a second time this year, says the Employers' Confederation of Thai Trade and Industry (EconThai).
Ministry touts Asean halal hub
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/01/2024
» The Industry Ministry is pushing ahead with a plan to make Thailand a halal hub in Asean, with Industry Minister Pimphattra Wichaikul scheduled to discuss the issue with officials in Saudi Arabia, one of the world's largest halal markets.
Ministry seeks lithium in Phangnga
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 04/01/2024
» The Industry Ministry is interested in further exploration of lithium in Phangnga's Takua Thung district to serve the growing electric vehicle industry after an initial survey found some areas are likely to have this element, which can be used to make lithium-ion batteries for EVs.
Push for Udon Thani zoning
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 12/12/2023
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) is calling on the government to develop Udon Thani Industrial City into part of a special economic zone under the state's Northeastern Economic Corridor.
Land bridge project is reassessed
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 23/09/2023
» The government is conducting an environmental impact assessment (EIA) for a land bridge megaproject in southern Thailand as it contemplates a massive new boost for the Thai economy in the future, says the Industry Ministry.
SCGP buys 70% share of SPV
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/04/2023
» SCG Packaging Plc (SCGP) is acquiring a 70% share in Starprint Vietnam JSC (SPV) for 1.53 billion baht to take advantage of positive prospects in Vietnam.
IEAT unveils drive to woo investors
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/01/2023
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) is utilising marketing tactics at four of its industrial estates to attract more Thai and foreign investors.
Thailand urged to sign mini-FTAs at Apec events
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 03/11/2022
» Thailand can use the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Summit and its side meeting, the Apec CEO Summit, to forge more cooperation under "mini-free trade agreements" (mini-FTAs) as part of efforts to brace for a global economic slowdown next year, says the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB).
TMG makes move into Lao duty-free
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/09/2022
» Thai Medical Glove Co (TMG), a manufacturer of rubber gloves for medical personnel, is forming a joint venture to develop a US$500 million duty-free business in Laos to serve foreign tourists.