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Edging away from conflict
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/09/2025
» The ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia is having a notable economic effect on both nations and their investors, which may cause foreign investors to re-evaluate their business strategies, particularly the Thailand Plus One model that allows them to leverage Thailand's robust infrastructure while taking advantage of lower labour costs in neighbouring countries, such as Cambodia.
Four Thai banks shutter branches in Laos as costs mount
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 31/08/2023
» Four large Thai banks have decided to close their branches in Laos, mainly attributed to tighter regulations and higher regulatory costs while business activities declined.
Mukdahan aims to bridge Isan, region
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 02/01/2020
» The northeastern province Mukdahan is revamping its tourism strategy to serve as a bridge connecting many provinces of the Isan region and nearby countries to create a greater flow of tourists.
BAY's blockchain assists cross-border funds transfers
Business, Published on 12/11/2019
» Bank of Ayudhya (BAY) has introduced a blockchain solution for transferring funds between Thailand and Laos, significantly reducing the time needed to make money transfers, to promote cross-border trade.
Sister city products being developed
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/10/2018
» Sister cities projects with Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam have been initiated to introduce new products to the market.
BAY puts Vietnam plans on back burner
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 21/05/2018
» SET-listed Bank of Ayudhya (BAY) has put off exploring business opportunities in Vietnam after facing several hurdles, particularly the high costs of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Kiattana sees 10% revenue growth in 2018
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 05/01/2018
» MAI-listed logistics provider Kiattana Transport Plc (KIAT) expects 5-10% growth in revenue to 945-990 million baht in 2018, on par with industry growth.
BAY looks to secure Vietnam toehold
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/01/2018
» Bank of Ayudhya (BAY) is exploring opportunities in Vietnam's consumer finance market in line with its parent Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ's (BTMU) policy to deepen the group's reach in Southeast Asia.