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S&P, Fitch say govt debt binge poses risk to fiscal consolidation
Published on 05/04/2024
» The government’s surprise move this week to take on more debt to stimulate the economy risks a setback for its fiscal consolidation efforts though it’s likely to accelerate growth in the near-term, according to ratings companies.
UOB Thailand announces its Sustainability Innovation Programme 2024
Published on 05/04/2024
» UOB Thailand on April 4, 2024, announced its Sustainability Innovation Programme (SIP) 2024. SIP aims to support Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across all sectors to incorporate sustainability into their businesses by leveraging UOB FinLab’s extensive network of public and private leaders, mentors, and SMEs.
110kg of crystal meth seized at Bangkok hotel
Gary Boyle, Published on 05/04/2024
» Police seized 110 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine along with other drugs and arrested two smugglers at a hotel in Bangkok on Thursday.
Board of Investment plans meetings with 10 Chinese battery producers
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/04/2024
» The Board of Investment (BoI) is preparing to meet with leading electric vehicle battery cell manufacturers in China to encourage them to invest in Thailand in order to support the country's fast-growing EV industry.
Caterpillars attack palm trees on Laem Phromthep
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 05/04/2024
» Phuket is battling the spread of black-headed caterpillars, which are threatening to decimate the iconic palmyra palm trees that grow around Laem Phromthep, a famous sunset lookout.
Bond default risk minimal in Q2
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 05/04/2024
» The likelihood of bonds defaults in the second quarter is relatively low, with total default value projected at less than 1% of the total outstanding market value, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Ireland's Ewart triumphs in thrilling finish
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 05/04/2024
» Jesse Ewart of Terengganu Cycling team won the fourth stage of the 2024 Tour of Thailand while Roojai Insurance's Adne Van Engelen claimed the overall leader's yellow jersey yesterday.
Index Creative points to hub status requirements
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/04/2024
» To position Thailand as a regional event hub, the government needs to elevate traditional events and invest in licensed international events while developing infrastructure and offering incentives, says Index Creative Village Plc, an event organiser and marketing company.
Airports brace for Songkran
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 05/04/2024
» Six international airports will welcome about 2.61 million passengers during the Songkran festival, according to the Transport Ministry.
Thai tourists still headed to Taiwan
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 05/04/2024
» Thai tourists appear to be unfazed by Taiwan's biggest earthquake in 25 years and a string of quakes in Japan, as they intend to take planned trips during the Songkran holiday.