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EU plans to impose import duties on Indonesia biodiesel
Reuters, Published on 24/07/2019
» BRUSSELS/PARIS: The European Commission has proposed duties ranging between 8% and 18% on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia to counter what it says are unfair subsidies, the latest twist in a case that has lasted seven years.
Low rainfall to hit rice exports
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/07/2019
» Low rainfall, if it extends until August, will possibly lower rice exports to 8.5 million tonnes this year, the lowest volume in seven years, according to shippers.
Audi reveals new Q3 Sportback as BMW X2 rival
Richard Leu, Published on 24/07/2019
» Sporty-looking SUV is set to undercut the Jaguar E-Pace and Range Rover Evoque in price.
Rail unions want 3-airport link panel set up
Online Reporters, Published on 24/07/2019
» Rail unions have called for a House committee to be formed to study the terms and conditions of the high-speed railway project linking three major airports, a contract awarded to a Charoen Pokphand Group (CP)-led consortium.
Rental apartments facing demand shift
CBRE, Published on 24/07/2019
» As the number of Japanese expatriates in Thailand decreased to lower than 20% of total expats for the first time in 2019 and dropped 4% year-on-year to 34,133 as of April 2019, a change in demand is seen and its impact on the rental apartment sector in Bangkok is felt, despite a healthy performance.
Fake meat firm mounts challenge to legal curbs
Business, AP, Published on 24/07/2019
» LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas: Tofurky Co, which produces plant-based alternatives to meat, filed a lawsuit in federal court on Monday claiming an Arkansas law that bans the use of "meat'' in the labeling of its products violates free speech rights.
Rice exports down on strong baht
Reuters, Published on 24/07/2019
» Rice exporters on Wednesday lowered their target for the year from 9.5 million tonnes to 9 million, after a sharp fall in first-half shipments due to the strong baht and ample global stockpiles.
Balancing Thailand's healthcare resources: ageing, declining population, and medical tourism
Dr. Veerachat Petpisit, CEO Healthcare Ventures, BridgeAsia, Published on 24/07/2019
» It's been known for decades that Thailand is the home to the world's most capable doctors and healthcare staff who can offer the best services, unlikely to be found anywhere else. Many famous Thai doctors have received their medical training in Western countries at renowned medical schools and institutions. They have accumulated their knowledge and experience along with the most advanced technology and techniques in healthcare. Coming back home from overseas studies, they have been able to gain more experience and reputation in their practice as specialists in many fields. There is still a lot of room to grow but competition is much less fierce than in the West.
Domestic car sales up
Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 24/07/2019
» The local car market posted 523,770 units sold in the first half of 2019, up 7.08% year-on-year, led by the top three brands - Toyota, Isuzu and Honda, according to the sales volume report from Toyota Motors Thailand.
New gas outline close to complete
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 24/07/2019
» The Energy Ministry is proceeding with a new draft of the national gas plan 2018-37, expecting to get the green light from Minister Sontirat Sontijirawong next week.