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The value of old money
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 15/01/2018
» High-tech library, co-working space and museum rolled into one, the Bank of Thailand's new Learning Center -- recently opened to commemorate its 75th anniversary -- is shaping up to be Bangkok's latest riverside destination. Situated right by the Chao Phraya, with a picturesque view of the river, the centre is located across from the Bank of Thailand offices under the Rama VIII bridge, and sees a 50-year-old maximum-security note-printing facility transformed into a spacious and serene public library.
Dubai the model of a modern Middle East economy
News, Matthew Winkler, Published on 16/01/2018
» For more than 100 years, the Middle East has been defined by oil exploration, production and its boundaries. Now the region is getting re-purposed by its aspiration to grow beyond fossil fuel. The shake-up in Saudi Arabia's royal family was as much about becoming a 21st-century economy as it was about rooting out corruption.
JTA launches civil lawsuit against GL
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 16/01/2018
» J Trust Asia Pte Ltd (JTA) has filed lawsuits against SET-listed Group Lease Plc (GL), requesting compensation for alleged wrongful acts, avoidance of voidable transactions and false claims of damages.
Small developers must focus on quality
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 16/01/2018
» Small and medium-sized property developers should pay attention to construction quality and after-sales services rather than competing to buy unreasonably priced plots, says property veteran Anant Asavabhokhin.
Penguin SIM angles for motorcyclists
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 16/01/2018
» White Space, a provider of mobile service under the Penguin SIM brand, is collaborating with PTT Plc and Thai Yamaha Motor to launch Penguin Rider SIM to target the country's 20 million motorcyclists.
Mazda move to give jolt to Thai hybrids
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 16/01/2018
» Thailand's electric vehicle market may finally come to life after Japanese carmaker Mazda Motor Corporation announced it would invest 11.4 billion baht to equip its Rayong plant to produce hybrid electric cars (HEVs).
Philip Morris bets on a smoke-free future
Business, Published on 16/01/2018
» Philip Morris International is switching its strategy to emphasise its heat-not-burn tobacco products, which, according to studies submitted to the US Food and Drug Administration, contain less harmful agents than traditional cigarettes.
SEC forming committee to monitor IPOs
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/01/2018
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to set up a committee with representatives from the accounting and analytics sectors to assess risks related to IPOs and listed companies.
UTCC says 7.9% export rise viable
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/01/2018
» Exports may grow by as much as 7.9% this year if Chinese demand continues, the economies of developed trading partners persist on their recovery path and Thailand succeeds in tapping new markets, says the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Yacht sector looking at 10% growth
Business, Published on 17/01/2018
» The yacht industry is set to log a 10% growth rate this year, says Vrit Yongsakul, group managing director of Boat Lagoon Yachting.