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Forty-three firms win right to join renewable scheme
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 24/09/2021
» Up to 43 firms have won an auction to participate in the Energy for All renewable scheme, following several delays caused by Covid-19 and a cabinet reshuffle, according to the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC).
Semiconductor shortage takes toll
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 12/02/2021
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has warned Thai industrial manufacturers about a global shortage of semiconductors, admitting it could take a toll on their production and urged them to look for alternative supply.
Caught in the crosshairs
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Komsan Tortermvasana and Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 08/02/2021
» Feb 1 marked a return to the dark days of military rule for Myanmar. Concerns abound about how the coup will not only destabilise any progress in building democratic principles, but also freeze lucrative foreign investments and economic liberalisation.
FTI retains hope for GDP potential
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/02/2021
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) believes Thailand still has a chance to see 2.5-2.6% economic growth this year if the ongoing outbreak ends within March.
All eyes on Uncle Sam
Business, Published on 25/01/2021
» A new dawn has begun on American soil after Joe Biden was inaugurated as president on Jan 20, with many hoping the new administration will not make America great again by imposing tit-for-tat tariffs, tweeting carelessly and explicitly promoting xenophobia.
Biden stimulus plan cheers Asian investors
Business, Darana Chudasri and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/01/2021
» Recap: Most Asian markets advanced yesterday on optimism about US President-elect Joe Biden's much-anticipated $1.9-trillion fiscal stimulus plan, even as Wall Street retreated. European stocks dropped as investors took profits after solid gains. Tokyo also fell as investors locked in gains after the Nikkei rose for five straight trading days to a fresh 30-year high.
FTI warns tyre AD will hit industry
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran & Darana Chudasri, Published on 15/01/2021
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects the US decision to impose anti-dumping duties (AD) on car tyres exported from Thailand to seriously affect Thai industries, including the automotive and agricultural sectors, as Thailand may end up missing export opportunities in the global market, says FTI vice-chairman Kriangkrai Tiannukul.
Private sector deems latest relief measures insufficient
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 13/01/2021
» The cabinet resolution on relief measures, including new subsidies for power and water bills set to take effect next month, is necessary but insufficient to help businesses cope with the new outbreak of Covid-19 that is crippling the economy, say business leaders.
JSCCIB regroups for 2021 forecast change
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/01/2021
» The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) plans to reassess Thailand's economic outlook in 2021 on Wednesday as stronger state measures against the new outbreak have begun to affect employment in at-risk provinces.
Call for labour registration
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/12/2020
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) supports the state plan to register all migrant workers and better manage their data records in response to the surge of Covid-19 infections among foreign workers.