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Groundwork laid for public-private partnerships in solar energy
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 13/11/2015
» In August 2014, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) announced a new scheme aimed at expanding solar power generation to meet the government's Alternative Energy Development Plan.
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Subcontracted workers and employer liability
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 05/09/2014
» Businesses in Thailand, particularly manufacturers, have used workers employed as subcontractors through agreements with third parties to meet fluctuating demand, reduce labour costs, and otherwise benefit from the flexibility that subcontracted employees provide.
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Benefits of an effective compliance programme
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 15/04/2016
» Companies and the people who run them are subject to an increasing array of local and international regulations. Running afoul of these regulations can lead to corporate scandals that hurt a firm's reputation and cause lasting damage. A compliance and ethics programme can help ensure that an organisation operates within the law and stays true to its own ethical principles that are important to the company's business and identity.
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Changes in Thailand’s appeal system for civil cases
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 19/02/2016
» There are three tiers of courts in Thailand — the courts of first instance (Civil Court, District Court, Provincial Court and other specialised courts), appeal courts and the Supreme Court (Dika Court or Sarn-Dika). Thai law traditionally has allowed parties to appeal any court of first instance decision to the appeal courts and subsequently the latter’s decision to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court’s judgement (referred to as the Dika) is final.
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The new payment systems bill: e-payments and beyond
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 18/03/2016
» In recent months, there has been excitement about the prospect of new electronic payment services in Thailand. News reports have described a system that will enable instantaneous funds transfer using only ID cards.
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Thailand's new alcohol labelling and message requirements
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 18/09/2015
» On Jan 22, the government issued a new notification, published in the Royal Gazette, setting out controversial labelling and message restrictions for alcoholic beverages that could result in major losses for the alcohol industry. It is being challenged before the Administrative Court, but pending the outcome of that case it has been in effect since April 22.
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Termination for Serious Fraud: Tamping Out Smouldering Embers
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 02/10/2015
» Fraud, which is both a civil and criminal wrong, involves a deliberate deception to secure an unfair or unlawful gain. Employees commit fraud of varying degrees for many reasons including financial, peer pressure and patronage obligations. In Thailand, most employee fraud is viewed as minor and goes unpunished even if detected. Serious fraud is another matter.
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Thailand's new debt collection law provides a measure of protection
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 21/08/2015
» Debt collection has long been associated with deceptive and unscrupulous practices. In Thailand, it is not uncommon to hear stories of collectors tricking debtors into paying by giving false information or even resorting to abusive language, violence and blackmail.
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Goodbye Kafka, hello clarity: licensing reform on the way
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 26/06/2015
» In Franz Kafka's novel The Castle, the protagonist tries in vain to get in touch with a mysterious group of administrators who run a small village from a castle. The character is challenged to learn the constantly changing ways and customs of the castle's imposing bureaucracy.
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Completing your construction project in Thailand
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 29/05/2015
» Before you embark on designing and building your dream home — or business — in Thailand, pause for a moment. As exciting and full of potential as your project may be, the process of completing a construction project involves many rules and regulations, as well as reliance on contractors. Therefore, before committing yourself, you should know what you're getting yourself into and plan accordingly.
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