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Thailand to ban maize from field-burning countries
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/03/2024
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a ban on maize imports from areas where farmers burn-off their fields, with enabling legislation to take effect this year.
State leverages passion for Thai food
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 15/03/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is collaborating with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to launch the "Travel, Taste, Eat Thai SELECT" campaign as part of the government's soft power policy.
TV dramas promote Thai products
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/02/2024
» The Commerce Ministry has teamed up with Be On Cloud, a company known for producing popular Boys Love or Y Series TV dramas, to promote Thai products and services to the global market.
Bangkok ready to host talks with Efta
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/01/2024
» Thailand is set to host the eighth round of talks for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (Efta) in Bangkok from Jan 30 to Feb 2, aiming to conclude negotiations by the middle of this year.
How the Red Sea attacks affect shipping
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/01/2024
» Starting from mid-November 2023, the Houthi rebel group based in Yemen and backed by Iran has been conducting numerous attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, displaying no indication that they will relent.
Making waves
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/11/2023
» A passion for water sports led Parva "Birdie" Nakasai to establish the luxury yacht business Vanora Co, which offers underwater trips to explore Thailand's coral reefs.
Department to assess impact of Mideast conflict
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/10/2023
» Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has ordered the International Trade Promotion Department to assess the impact of trade and measures from the Israel-Hamas war, along with plans to expand the market, focusing on secondary cities.
Exports of jewellery, gems set to grow by 10%
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/08/2023
» Prospects for Thailand's gems and jewellery exports remain promising this year, boosted by several positive factors including an upswing in prices of silver jewellery and robust demand for solid gemstones like rubies and sapphires.
Executives upbeat on gem and jewellery export outlook
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/05/2023
» Exports of gems and jewellery (excluding gold) are expected to grow by 10% this year as demand in the high-end segment remains strong.
Private sector seeks Thai soft power board
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 23/03/2023
» The private sector is urging the government to upgrade soft power to a national agenda item and establish a board to directly manage its development.