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FTI foresees opportunities in Saudi Arabian mega-city

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) sees a new business opportunity for Thai companies under the newly-forged Thai-Saudi trade cooperation that could lead them to earn revenue in Riyadh's ambitious plan to build the US$500-billion mega-city of Neom.

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Wealthy Americans, Chinese top list of new Thai visa applicants

While not exactly the rush it was hoping for, Thailand is seeing applications trickle in for its new visa programme targeted at rich foreigners with officials viewing it as a sign of more to come.

Bangkok Post

Reclaiming the pride of Thai rice

Once the world's top rice exporter, Thailand has lost its edge. But there are still hopes for Thai farmers to regain and even level up their competitiveness in the global rice industry and above all improve farmers' quality of life.

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Drivers for airasia ride to get full employment option

The airasia Super App is pushing the ride-hailing service industry to the next level by announcing a full employment option for drivers of its e-hailing arm -- airasia ride -- to attract them to the platform.

Bangkok Post

Sea riches prompt new talks

Thailand will hold talks with Cambodia over a 26,000 sq km overlapping claims area (OCA) estimated to hold up to 500 million barrels of oil and gas deposits under the seafloor.

Bangkok Post

BYD Will Build Electric Car Plant In Thailand

BYD announced that its first electric car manufacturing plant outside of China will be located in Thailand.

InsideEVs

August industrial sentiment back at pre-pandemic level

Thailand's industrial sentiment rose for a third straight month in August to the highest level in more than two years, boosted by improved economic activity and a rebound in tourism as Covid-19 curbs were eased, a business group said on Tuesday.

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BOI visits ‘Studio Park’ in Samut Prakan

Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Deputy Secretary General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), together with Mr. Narucha Ruchuphan, Senior Executive Investment Advisor, and a team from the Creative Economy Agency, visited Studio Park in Samut Prakan, on 2 September 2022, where they were welcomed by Mr. Chayanont Uli, CEO. The…

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BOI visits Alstom – Bombardier Transportation Signal (Thailand)

Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Deputy Secretary General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), together with Mr. Narucha Ruchuphan, Senior Executive Investment Advisor, visited Alstom – Bombardier Transportation Signal (Thailand) on 1 September 2022, and discussed trends in the railways sector with Dr. Katrin Luger, Managing Director.

Bangkok Post

Bangkok pop-up wins fans with crunchless cricket burgers

There's no crunch or crackle, but crickets are on the menu at one Bangkok pop-up serving fusion bug burgers, demonstrating the latest way to incorporate the protein-rich meat into food -- direct from Thailand's farms.

Bangkok Post

Efforts against IUU fishing earn praise

Thailand has been commended for sharing lessons learned in combatting illegal unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, during the opening of the Global South-South Development (GSSD) Expo 2022 in Bangkok on Monday.

Bangkok Post

Depleting reserves spell risks for emerging Asian currencies

Emerging Asian central banks have seen a sharp depletion in their foreign-exchange reserves, stoking concerns it may crimp market interventions to curb currency losses in the face of the mighty dollar.

Bangkok Post

Govt plans to end new HIV cases by 2030

Thailand plans to launch an online programme aimed at enhancing public access to HIV testing and HIV/Aids treatment while setting an ambitious goal to see no new HIV infections by 2030.

Bangkok Post

Regional rivals Thailand and Malaysia to meet in King's Cup

Thailand will face Southeast Asian rivals Malaysia in their opening game at next week's King's Cup tournament in Chiang Mai following Monday's draw.

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Activist jailed for two years for insulting Thailand's queen

A Thai court sentenced a political activist to two years in prison on Monday for insulting the monarchy, her lawyer said, after the activist was judged to have dressed as Queen Suthida during a street protest the court ruled mocked the royal family.

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Thai protester accused of mocking queen gets 2 years' prison

A legal aid group says a court in Thailand has sentenced an activist to two years in prison for allegedly insulting the country’s queen by wearing traditional Thai attire at a demonstration for reform of the monarchy two years ago

Bangkok Post

A pact for like-minded traders

Thailand and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) are stepping up efforts to forge a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Bangkok Post

Firms gear up for EV drive

Among the 12 targeted S-curve industries at the core of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) scheme, the electric vehicle (EV) industry is usually first on the list.

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Thai rice exports up 53% this year

Thailand exported 4.75 million tonnes of rice during the first seven months of this year, up 53% compared to the same period last year, said government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri on Sunday.

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Gems, jewellery exports tipped for 20% expansion

Thailand's gems and jewellery exports are expected to grow by 20% this year after purchase orders rose significantly over the first seven months of 2022.

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Go certified with Carsome

Carsome, the largest online used car platform in Southeast Asia, has opened its first vehicle refurbishment facility in Thailand.

Bangkok Post

Paving her own path

Layla Sriyanonda is known for her book Life In Flight Mode, published by Salmon Books. It narrates the author's experiences as a flight attendant trainee. Recently, Layla released another book, Mabuhay Manila, or a journal of her days as a make-up trainee in Manila.

Bangkok Post

Excise Department says carbon tax in the pipeline

It is inevitable Thailand will introduce a carbon tax to match the global trend, says Excise Department director-general Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

Bangkok Post

ASPS touts SCB's strong outlook

Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), Thailand's oldest lender, is viewed as an outstanding stock to watch given its fintech business expansion and high-yield lending services, according to Asia Plus Securities (ASPS).

Bangkok Post

Shift fast for high-end Ducati

A total of five units of the limited-edition Ducati XDiavel Nera have been allocated for the Thai market, according to Ducati Thailand.

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