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Thailand launches HoReCa mega-show targeting B4bn trade
Published on 05/03/2025
» Thailand is set to reinforce its standing as Asia’s leading hub for the hotel, restaurant, café, and catering (HoReCa) industry with the launch of THAIFEX – HOREC ASIA 2025. The highly anticipated trade event will be held from 5–7 March 2025 at IMPACT Exhibition Center, Halls 9-12, Muang Thong Thani, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and global stakeholders. With an ambitious trade target of 4 billion baht, the event is expected to drive unprecedented growth in Thailand’s HoReCa sector.
Looming trade war heaps pressure on Thai shipments
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 05/03/2025
» Thailand should shift its attention from celebrating rising export figures to prioritising the trade balance, analysing it country-by-country, says the Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC).
China to unveil 2025 growth goals eyeing trade war woes
AFP, Published on 05/03/2025
» BEIJING - China's leadership will on Wednesday unveil their growth goals for the coming year as they eye a mounting trade war with the United States and deepening economic doldrums at home.
Trump to lay out vision to Congress amid Ukraine and trade tensions
AFP, Published on 05/03/2025
» WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump will tout radical plans to reshape the US government and end the Ukraine war Tuesday as he addresses Congress for the first time since his blistering return to power six weeks ago.
K-pop double-header in Bangkok this month
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/03/2025
» On March 15, K-pop enthusiasts in Thailand will have a tough time deciding which show to attend -- "2025 Jisoo Asia Tour: Lights, Love, Action! In Bangkok" or "2025 Yugyeom Tour [Trusty] Encore In Bangkok".
Neutral stance key for Thailand, says Phumtham
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/03/2025
» Thailand must maintain neutrality and remain committed to a balanced foreign policy amid rising tensions between the United States and China, according to Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.
Putin hails ‘elephant diplomacy’ with Myanmar
Reuters, Published on 05/03/2025
» MOSCOW - Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed expanding ties with ally Myanmar at talks with its military junta chief on Tuesday and thanked him for gifting Moscow six elephants.
DHL strategy backs nation's hub ambition
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 05/03/2025
» DHL, a leading global logistics firm, has outlined its "strategy 2030" for Thailand by targeting electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and spare parts service bases, and cross-border e-commerce, with a focus on its global supply chain diversification.
'Criminal investigation' launched into Tate brothers
AFP, Published on 05/03/2025
» MIAMI — Florida's attorney general said Tuesday that a criminal investigation has been opened into self-described misogynist influencer Andrew Tate and his brother, who flew to the southern US state last week from Romania, where they faced rape and human trafficking charges.
IRPC realistic on glum prospects for petrochemical sector
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 05/03/2025
» Another challenging year awaits the petrochemical industry as it continues to deal with a supply glut, while a hotter trade war between the US and China could impact the sector, says IRPC Plc, the petrochemical arm of national oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc.