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Tax rejig for plug-in hybrids likely
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 01/03/2025
» The Excise Department is preparing to adjust tax conditions to promote plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) by removing the requirement related to the size of the fuel tank, supporting Thailand as a production hub for this type of vehicle.
Premium car sales likely unchanged
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/02/2025
» Sales of premium cars in Thailand are likely to remain unchanged in 2025 as people's purchasing power is weak and they face difficulty in accessing auto loans, a situation which is expected to subdue the car market, says BMW Group Thailand.
Rushing to strike a deal with Europe
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/02/2025
» A free trade agreement (FTA) with the EU is a top priority for the Thai government, while businesses on both sides support a pact.
Asian equities steady after turbulent week
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 07/09/2024
» RECAP: Asian equities were poised to end a turbulent week on a steady note and Thai shares had their best week of the year, while currencies edged higher ahead of crucial US payrolls data that could set the stage for a larger interest rate cut.
Creating an intelligent design
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 22/06/2024
» Bangkok design firm DWP claims to have revolutionised the Thai architectural industry by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its design processes, enhancing efficiency, and positioning itself at the forefront of Thailand's design landscape.
Changan vows to buy parts locally
Business, Published on 07/06/2024
» Chinese electric vehicle maker Changan Automobile plans to buy auto parts from local suppliers under deals valued at 3.6 billion baht to help promote the EV supply chain in Thailand, says the Board of Investment (BoI).
Hungary keen to develop bilateral trade ties
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 22/03/2024
» Hungary is looking forward to developing deeper bilateral ties with Thailand in terms of trade, investment and tourism, partly to support the Central European nation's goal of 4% economic growth this year, says Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó.
The battle over interest rates
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/03/2024
» A rift over interest rates between Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the Bank of Thailand, led by governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, has remained in the media spotlight for months.
BMW to announce local EV battery plant plan
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 28/02/2024
» BMW Group Thailand is planning to build an electric vehicle battery factory in Thailand this year to support its sales of battery EVs and plug-in hybrid EVs, competing with Chinese EV supply chains.
Should workers be concerned about AI?
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran & Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 02/02/2024
» Should local organisations and employees be concerned jobs are going to be replaced by artificial intelligence (AI) as it is adopted around the globe?