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Mini-dramas key to pushing soft power
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/03/2024
» The Commerce Ministry recommends entrepreneurs use mini-dramas to promote the country's soft power to the global market in terms of culture, traditions and tourism.
Chamber cuts 2023 growth view
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/01/2024
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) has trimmed its economic growth estimate for 2023 to 2.5%, down from the earlier forecast of 3% it made in October last year, while projecting growth of 3.2% this year.
'Grey' businesses facing crackdown
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/02/2023
» The Commerce Ministry is investigating 200 companies suspected of acting as nominees for foreign businesses in a move to curb the so-called "grey" market, with a particular focus on restaurants and tourism-related business in four notorious areas of Bangkok.
Commerce Ministry probes 200 suspected 'grey' business fronts for foreigners
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/02/2023
» The Commerce Ministry has been investigating 200 companies suspected of acting as nominees for foreign businesses in a move to curb the so-called "grey business" sector, focusing on restaurants and tourism-related enterprises in four notorious areas of Bangkok.
Confidence at 26-month high
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/02/2023
» Consumer confidence rose to the highest level in 26 months in January, driven by the economic recovery, a surge in foreign tourist arrivals and the easing of the pandemic.
Valentine's spending to hit B2.39bn
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/02/2023
» Spending on Valentine's Day this year is projected to top 2.39 billion baht, jumping 57.1% from last year and the first increase in five years, according to a University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) survey.
Survey predicts holiday outlay of B45bn
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/01/2023
» Spending during the Chinese New Year festival, which starts on Friday, is expected to be the most active in three years, helped by the country's economic recovery and a revival in tourist arrivals.
Thai nominees facing govt checks after Yaowarat uproar
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/01/2023
» The Department of Business Development (DBD) is preparing to check the profiles of Thai nominees at 400 to 500 foreign-run businesses to see if they are in violation of any laws.
Tough penalties for foreign nominees
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/01/2023
» The Department of Business Development is warning Thai citizens who are acting as nominees for Chinese-owned businesses along Yaowarat Road that they face up to three years in prison and/or fines of up to one million baht.
Consumer confidence rises again as recovery continues
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/01/2023
» Consumer and business sentiment in December rose to the highest level in three years, driven by Thailand's economic recovery and a surge in foreign tourist arrivals.