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Push for development of Thailand into global halal hub
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/02/2026
» The Thai halal industry, which includes food and tourism, has strong growth potential, according to the Thai Muslim Trade Association (TMTA).
Phuket upbeat on high season outlook
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/12/2025
» Phuket tourism operators anticipate this high season running through the first quarter of 2026 will deliver the strongest performance in five years, driven by increased tourist spending, longer stays and the introduction of new long-haul flights to southern Thailand.
Thailand urged to woo more Muslim tourists
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/07/2025
» As Chinese tourist arrivals plunge, the Thai Muslim Trade Association (TMTA) is calling on authorities and the private sector to position Thailand as a Muslim-friendly destination to attract travellers from the global Muslim population.
Trump tariffs terrify Thailand
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 10/02/2025
» The stock market fluctuated, gold prices surged, and oil prices fell as global markets reacted to renewed trade tensions between the world's two largest economies, while the Thai bourse felt the ripple effects last week as it plunged.
Delegation to boost trade, investment with Kazakhstan
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/08/2024
» Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai is leading a high-level ministry delegation to Kazakhstan during Aug 13-18 to promote bilateral cooperation in trade and investment.
Exim Bank offers cheap loans to halal exporters
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 07/08/2024
» The Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Bank) has teamed up with the Islamic Bank of Thailand (IBank) to offer loans with interest rates lower than the prime rate to support the goal of becoming Asean's halal hub by 2028.
IBank posts huge profit gain for 2023
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 11/06/2024
» The Islamic Bank of Thailand (IBank) reported a 1,553% increase in net profit last year compared with 2022.
Private investment advanced in April thanks to new cars
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 01/06/2024
» The Bank of Thailand reported an increase in private investment in April, attributed to improved sales of new cars after the delivery of vehicles following this year’s Thailand International Motor Show.
IBank finally flourishes
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 02/03/2024
» Over the past two decades, the Islamic Bank of Thailand (IBank) has faced numerous challenges in becoming the sole financial institution in the country to provide sharia-compliant financial services in accordance with Islamic principles, says president Thaweelap Rittapirom.
Tapping a vast market
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/02/2024
» The restoration of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Saudi Arabia in 2022 following a 30-year break has created new opportunities for Thailand to tap into demand for its halal products in Middle Eastern markets.