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Delay poses risks to the economy
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/07/2023
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) expects a prolonged delay in the selection of a prime minister and formation of a new government, leading to protests that, if violent, will significantly affect tourism revenue, causing a loss of 500 billion baht, or a one percentage point decline in GDP.
Victorious parties urged to move fast
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/05/2023
» The business sector is calling for a new government to be quickly established and its policies to be agreed upon by the coalition parties, saying this will greatly affect the country's confidence.
Businesses won't budge on wages
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/07/2019
» A group of business leaders has reiterated their opposition to any plans by the government to raise the daily minimum wage to 400 baht nationwide, warning a nationwide flat rate will deliver a heavy blow to the Thai economy in the long run and weaken the country's competitiveness.
UTCC sees 3.3% GDP growth
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/08/2016
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) yesterday raised its forecast for GDP growth to 3.3% from an earlier 3%, citing accelerated investment by the government and political stability after a peaceful referendum.
Thailand keen on tariff-free deal with UK after Brexit vote
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/07/2016
» Thailand is revving up free trade talks with Britain after the latter’s decision to leave the European Union makes it easier for it to pursue international trade talks.
Thailand to back export subsidy cuts
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/12/2015
» Nairobi: World Trade Organization member countries kicked off the 10th Ministerial Conference in Kenya yesterday, with Thailand set to vote for the so-called small package of agreements calling for an end to agricultural export subsidies.
Graftbusters set to pitch proposals
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 02/04/2014
» The Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT) is poised to present its anti-corruption master plan while calling for reforms and the suppression of corruption in an effective and sustainable manner.
Brewing from the heart
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/02/2012
» Hathaichanok Phisailert has made it her mission to nurture the spirit of social enterprise, where coffee growers are treated more like kinsmen than clients, sellers or ordinary villagers.