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Thai foreign minister says Brics role is a step forward
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 11/03/2025
» Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa defended Thailand's Brics membership, saying it was in the country's national interest and would be a boon to the economy and international cooperation.
Strengthening Thailand's supply chain
News, Khanitha Pakinamhang, Published on 23/10/2024
» The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) is a US-led economic initiative launched in May 2022 to deepen economic relations among Indo-Pacific nations. It comprises four key pillars: Trade (Pillar I), Supply Chain (Pillar II), Clean Energy (Pillar III), and Fair Economy (Pillar IV).
Green deal powers Thailand's future
News, Areeporn Asawinpongphan, Published on 09/10/2024
» When Thailand joined the Clean Economy Agreement under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) on June 6 this year, many wondered how the country could benefit from tackling the climate crisis.
Being graft-free is good for business
News, Bhumpat Ngamyingsanga & Tippatrai Saelawong, Published on 25/09/2024
» Risks of corruption and bribery are key factors that multinational companies take into account when deciding to invest money or conduct business in Thailand. Early this month, a well-known US-based company selling farm and construction equipment paid $10 million (329 million baht) to settle charges from the US Securities and Exchange Commission after its Thai subsidiary was found bribing government officials to secure procurement contracts from the Department of Highways (DoH) and the Department of Rural Roads (DRR).
FM Parnpree set to meet Blinken Monday
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/02/2024
» The Myanmar crisis, security partnership and regional connectivity via the government's Land Bridge project are among the top items which the Foreign Affairs Minister will discuss with his US counterpart on Monday.
Thailand's interface with new FTAs
News, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 21/12/2023
» The power of data in the expanding panorama of digital trade is becoming an essential component of commercial relations, especially recent free trade areas (FTAs). As Thailand is now exploring new agreements on its western flank (such as with South Asia, Gulf countries and Europe) and on its eastern flank (such as with Pacific rim countries, interlinking with the Indian Ocean), what are some of the stakes deserving careful reflection?
PM eyes commercial hub status
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/10/2023
» Boosting the economy, chasing greater economic engagement with other countries and paving the way for a sustainable future are three of the newly installed government's top priorities, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today.
IPEF stakes could not be higher
News, Jackson Cox, Published on 11/09/2023
» IPEF partner countries and businesses need more from the fledgling agreement -- it's time they raise their voices.
6 reasons to recalibrate Thai-US ties
News, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 28/06/2022
» After years of benign neglect, Thailand is seeing some earth-shaking developments from the US, with the Biden administration apparently suddenly realising that Thailand remains a key ally in the region that has not yet been fully utilised. At this juncture, the time is right. Both countries are planning to commemorate the 190th anniversary of their diplomatic relations next year. Across the world, the war in Ukraine has already generating long-term regional repercussions, helping to highlight the state of the Thai-US alliance.
Subtle diplomatic dance
News, Mongkol Bangprapa and Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 19/06/2022
» Last week's visit to the kingdom by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was seen as underscoring Washington's recognition of Thailand as a significant player in the region's security.