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Activists decry plastic ban loopholes
Business, William Hicks, Published on 21/01/2020
» The recent ban on single-use plastic bags at major retailers created a stir for consumers and businesses, with social media abuzz with workarounds such as shoppers using wheelbarrows and stockings to carry off their 7-Eleven hauls.
Envoys urge rule reform
Business, William Hicks, Published on 20/11/2020
» Five ambassadors from developed economies met at the US ambassador's residence in Bangkok last week to call for Thailand to undergo regulatory reform, which should ease doing business, in addition to allowing fast-track access for essential business travel as the US thrashes out its political turmoil.
Small brewers pour into Vietnam
Business, William Hicks, Published on 18/05/2020
» Factories are not the only business moving into Vietnam — Thai craft beer has found an unlikely home in the neighbouring country, thanks to stiff regulations that keep small players from entering the market back home.
Firms persevere despite WeWork fiasco
Business, William Hicks, Published on 11/12/2019
» As financial troubles plague the largest co-working company in the world, an uncertain future awaits WeWork. Local co-working players, meanwhile, see an opportunity not only to expand into the market, but to redefine the business model as well.
EU ambassador upbeat on Thai FTA talks
Business, William Hicks, Published on 10/09/2019
» The EU ambassador to Thailand said he was "optimistic" the long-delayed free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations will continue between Thailand and the EU, speaking at the 7th annual EU-Asean Business Summit in Bangkok.
Thailand among Asean stars
Business, William Hicks, Published on 17/07/2019
» Asean is one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic regions in the world, with Thailand a standout player in the bloc and emerging markets quickly catching up, according to a new report by McKinsey.
EU trade negotiations may finally happen
Business, William Hicks, Published on 07/05/2019
» With Thailand's long-awaited general election finally concluded, the country may finally see diplomatic relationships with the West normalise. This could mean a windfall in terms of trade, as delayed negotiations over a free trade agreement (FTA) with the EU can begin as early as this year.
Minor dips toe in food delivery
Business, William Hicks, Published on 07/03/2019
» Minor Food Group has entered the crowded food delivery application market with the launch of its mobile app 1112Delivery yesterday, competing with dominant players FoodPanda, Lineman and GrabFood.
Wonderfruit's 'Pete' makes passion pay off
Business, William Hicks, Published on 02/02/2019
» 'There's only so much time in the day, it just depends on how you manage it," says Pranitan "Pete" Phornprapha.
Hitting pay dirt with payments
Business, William Hicks, Published on 11/12/2018
» While Thailand is one of the most enthusiastic users of technology, especially social media, much of its most-used software is foreign-made. The country has yet to produce a single unicorn -- a startup worth US$1 billion -- despite the government's much-touted 4.0 scheme to bring Thailand into the digital age.