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FTI: Vietnam's red tape to persevere
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 21/08/2018
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects Thailand's car shipments to Vietnam to continue affecting all carmakers, even after both governments resolved to tackle obstacles posed by Vietnam's non-tariff barriers.
Ford optimistic about Asean sales
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 18/04/2016
» US car maker Ford Motor Co remains upbeat about its Asean sales although it will close operations in Indonesia by the end of 2016.
SEZ welcome, with reservations
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 19/10/2015
» Once the government has earmarked a province for a special economic zone (SEZ), theoretically it means more jobs, higher incomes and a better quality of life.
Compact abandons planned Dawei plant
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 02/09/2015
» Vehicle-brake maker Compact International (1994) has scrapped plans for a factory in Dawei, Myanmar and shifted focus to its domestic operation.
Local push-back
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 31/08/2015
» Wichan Khantuwarn, 65, a native of Trat, has felt uneasy since he learned of the government's decision to set up special economic zones (SEZs) and name the small, easternmost province as one of 10 designated areas.