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Tarad.com urges web use to grow abroad
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 21/01/2013
» Small and medium-sized enterprises must start looking at the possibility of expanding their business internationally and applying technology to help them reach that goal, says Pawoot Pongvitayapanu, the founder and managing director of Tarad.com.
Ambassador: China bullish on Thai ties
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 19/12/2012
» The Chinese ambassador says his country views Thailand as an Asean logistics hub, as evidenced by continued firm commitments from Chinese construction giants to bid for the high-speed train project.
A new strain of hope
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 24/10/2012
» 'Working in paddy fields is backward and confines us to a life of poverty." This is a common sentiment among rice growers as younger generations sell off their land and leave for the cities. More often than not, they end up even more destitute. But things need not continue this way.
Dreambase banks on movie lovers
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 12/10/2012
» The launch of 3G may be a boon for several businesses. But for video rental shops that thrived over the past decade, high-speed mobile connectivity brings nothing but death. Instead of having to walk to rental shops, video lovers will now be able to rent movies and watch them via apps on their smartphones anywhere on the go.
Going eBay one better
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 12/10/2012
» Frustrated with not knowing how to get rid of unused items at home?
Japanese investors issue request to the government
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 04/09/2012
» The inability to speedily facilitate patent registration for foreign companies in Thailand is likely to hinder the country's competitiveness in the world market, said a representative from the Embassy of Japan.
Oiling the gears
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 01/08/2012
» Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should not be disheartened just because they lack the big bucks to make the big leap, says Siriwan Chotiyothin, a 45-year-old entrepreneur and owner of Seeds of Health Co Ltd, a maker of organic moringa seed oil.
Seminar: Asia must unite so that all may prosper
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 14/07/2012
» To insulate itself from repercussions of the financial crisis in Europe, Asia must strive towards greater regional cooperation and strengthen existing infrastructure, Asian businesses say.
French partner to take 86% in AXA
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 30/05/2012
» AXA Insurance Plc, facing more than 6 billion baht in flood-related losses, is seeking government approval to raise its French partner's holding in the company beyond the 49% foreign limit.
Somkid speaks on sufficiency
Business, Soonya Vanichkorn, Published on 11/05/2012
» While public spending is crucial for growth, it should be undertaken with prudence and not merely to achieve short-term stimulus, says Somkid Jatusripitak, a former deputy prime minister.