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Power subsidy request slashed
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/05/2023
» The caretaker cabinet will submit a new proposal to the Election Commission (EC) seeking approval for a reduced 10.464-billion-baht subsidy for household power bills, 648 million baht less than the previous request that was rejected by the regulator.
Fruit exports signal big year
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/04/2023
» This year could prove fruitful for farmers and agricultural produce shippers as good prices, including for main crops such as rice, cassava, sugar and chilled fresh chicken, are increasing, driven by higher demand and the easing of transport gridlock at borders.
Shipments exceed 2m tonnes
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/04/2023
» Rice exports surpassed 2 million tonnes in the first quarter with a value of 38.1 billion baht, up 29.3% year-on-year.
TPSO seeks to maintain competitive edge
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/04/2023
» Fresh durians, tapioca, condoms, canned pineapples and canned tuna were the products that Thailand held a leadership position in terms of global market share last year.
Survey finds household debt rising
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/04/2023
» Average household debt for workers has hit the highest level in 14 years, attributed to durable goods purchases, investment to create income and daily expenses.
Digital business estimated to reach B895bn this year
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/04/2023
» Thailand's digital business still has great potential for growth, with the value of goods and services purchased via digital platforms (business-to-consumer) estimated to total 895 billion baht this year, up 17.9% year-on-year, according to a recent study.
Ministry details soft power initiative
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/04/2023
» The Commerce Ministry has pledged to move ahead with measures to drive the government's soft power development policy, with a focus on promoting Thai cultural products worldwide through a "5F" approach, referring to food, film, fashion, fighting and festivals.
Agencies predict economic uptick
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 12/04/2023
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is feeling upbeat regarding Thailand's economic recovery, citing the forecasts of several reputable economic agencies including the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Japan Center for Economic Research (JCER) that anticipate a rebound in 2023 and 2024.
Campaign to boost fruit sales
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/04/2023
» The Internal Trade Department under the Commerce Ministry has teamed up with hypermarkets, supermarkets and department stores to proactively manage the distribution of seasonal fruits, with the aim of reaching a target of 100,000 tonnes this year.
Rice panel eyes 6% increase in output
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/03/2023
» The government's marketing-led production strategy calls for rice output of 29.3 million tonnes of paddy for the 2023/24 season.