Thailand Ready onto the Global Stage, Hosting the 19th INWEPF Steering Meeting and Symposium...
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December 12th-14th, 2024, at Tsix5 Phenomenal Hotel, Pattaya, Chonburi Province.
Thailand reaffirms its readiness as a leader in sustainable development by hosting the 19th INWEPF (International Network for Water and Ecosystem in Paddy Fields) Symposium,...
Thai Instant Noodles Giant Targets Europe and Asia with Bold Investments
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On December 12th, 2024, Mr. Phan Phaniangwet, the Managing Director of Thai President Foods PLC, producer of Mama instant noodles, revealed improved sales figures for December, aligning with an expected annual growth...
Gourmet Market Rolls Out AI-Powered Smart Carts at Leading Bangkok Malls
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Gourmet Market has launched the Gourmet Market Smart Cart, an innovative self-checkout shopping cart for enhanced convenience. It debuts on December 12th at Paragon, Emporium, and EmQuartier, Bangkok.
The Smart Cart, featuring a...
Thai PM Highlights 3-Month Achievements and Future Vision
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At 10:00 AM on December 12th, 2024, Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra presented her government's three-month progress under the theme "2025: Thailand’s Opportunity, Real Achievements."
She detailed strategies for governance and outlined upcoming...
Thailands 2024 Tourist Arrivals Surpass 32 Million, 2025 Target Set at 40 Million
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On December 11th, 2024, Mr. Adith Chairattananon, the Secretary-General of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), disclosed that Thailand recorded 32,719,298 international tourists from January 1st to December 8th, 2024, generating...
Thai Commerce Ministry Intensifies Efforts Against Illegal Trade and Substandard Imports
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On December 9th, 2024, Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan led a meeting with relevant agencies to address violations by foreign businesses and the influx of substandard goods.
The meeting emphasized coordinated short, medium, and...
Thai PM Denies VAT Increase to 15 Percent, Reaffirms Economic Policy
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On December 7th, 2024, government spokesperson Jirayu Huangsap dismissed rumors of increasing VAT from 7% to 15%, clarifying that Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra firmly opposes such a move.
Paetongtarn emphasized that tax policy changes...
Restaurant and Hotel Industries Fear Collapse Over Proposed 15 Percent VAT Hike
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On December 6th, 2024, Mr. Sorathep Rojpotjanaruch, the Thai Restaurant Business Association Chairman, raised concerns about the government’s proposal to increase the VAT rate from 7% to 15%.
He warned that the move...
Public Input Urged on Proposed 15 Percent VAT Tax Reform Strategy
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On December 5th, 2024, Mr. Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, the former Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office and deputy leader of the United Thai Nation Party, expressed concerns over proposed tax reforms by Deputy Prime...
Property: Prime Ground Floor Shop Available for Takeover Near Walking Street
Prime ground-floor shop for takeover between Walking Street & Second Road! 25 sqm, fully licensed, and part of a busy hotel. Perfect for a bar, pharmacy, or retail. Bring your vision to life...
