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Exports falter, leading to growth cut
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/05/2024
» Thailand's economic outlook for this year appears less optimistic as GDP growth could tally 2.2%, down from the previous projection of 2.8-3.3%, attributed to sluggish exports weighing on the manufacturing sector, according to the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB).
Eppo details scenarios for falling consumption
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 12/08/2020
» The Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo) expects a sharp decline in Thai energy demand, with all energy products showing negative growth in line with the economic contraction predicted by state and private agencies.
Cabinet okays crude palm measures
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 22/11/2018
» The Energy Ministry is confident the entire crude palm oil surplus of 420,000 tonnes can be absorbed by next May with the three measures the cabinet approved on Tuesday.
Crude palm oil for power considered
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/11/2018
» The Energy Ministry is considering using a surplus of crude palm oil this year to replace fossil fuels for power generation at two state-run plants in Chachoengsao and Ratchaburi.
Private sector seeks a say in government policies
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/01/2014
» The private sector wants representation on committees determining energy policies to ensure their success and effectiveness, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Experts urge tonic for SME health
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/12/2013
» Food and beverages, the agro industry and alternative energy will be among the rising stars for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) next year, says the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (Osmep).