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Gulf Energy profit increases 343%
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 05/12/2017
» Gulf Energy Development Plc, one of Thailand's largest major independent power producers, reported a substantial rise in its nine-month net profit at 2.47 billion baht before commencing its first trading day tomorrow.
Paying for progress
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 22/05/2017
» The last few decades have brought remarkable improvements across Asia in terms of transport networks, electricity generating capacity, telecommunications and access to clean water, among other essentials. Better quality infrastructure has improved people's lives and provided the impetus for a new wave of economic growth. But much more remains to be done.
Small steps to peace
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 03/04/2017
» After decades on the run from armed conflict in their ancestral lands, Myanmar nationals with Karen heritage are finally getting a taste of peace as they settle into newly built houses in the country's southeastern region. The peace is fragile, but the return of genuine smiles suggests there is hope that it will hold this time.
Companies keen on cost cuts
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 26/01/2016
» Cost-control strategies are being adopted by energy companies worldwide to mitigate the effects of plummeting oil prices, and those with a diversified supply chain will weather the situation more effectively, says HSBC.
Planned border SEZs no magic bullet, says TDRI
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 23/06/2015
» The government's planned special economic zones (SEZs) in border provinces should focus on developing value-added and innovative products from the knowledge-based sector to enhance the country's competitiveness, says the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI).
Ch. Karnchang eyes Myanmar
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 07/04/2015
» SET-listed Ch. Karnchang Plc (CK), Thailand's second-largest construction firm, is studying infrastructure development opportunities in Myanmar, particularly electricity, dam and highway projects.
Panel aims to cut red tape for projects
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/02/2015
» Easing rules and regulations on public-private ventures for projects worth 1.5 billion baht will top the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Policy Committee's agenda tomorrow as the panel seeks to speed up infrastructure investment.
Sommai: Handouts inevitable
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 31/01/2015
» The government's planned 100-billion-baht scheme to ease low-income earners' financial burden will focus on job creation but inevitably include cash handouts, says Finance Minister Sommai Phasee.
BoT chops GDP view for 2015
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 27/09/2014
» The Bank of Thailand has slashed its economic growth forecast for next year to 4.8%, a sign of the challenges that still lie ahead after a shaky 2014.
Protests increase risk of downgrade
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/12/2013
» Thailand is at risk of being downgraded by international credit rating agencies as its political deadlock is difficult to resolve and could worsen if there is no government in place, says UBS.