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Thai consumer confidence Index hits 10-month high
The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce has revealed a 10-month high in the country’s consumer confidence, as a result of the government’s economic stimulus measures. Director of the UTCC Center for Economic and Business Forecasting Thanawat Polwichai said the consumer confidence index for October ...
Thai government promotes childcare subsidy via PR caravans
The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security has released caravans to promote its childcare subsidy program across Bangkok. Social Development and Human Security Minister Pol Gen Adul Saengsingkaew chaired the event to deploy the caravans. He also presented aid money and necessities to the first ...
Thailand receives high ratings for tackling child labor
A report by the United States Department of Labor praised Thailand’s efforts in tackling the issue of child labor. According to the Government Spokesman Bureau, the Thai government has continuously placed great emphasis on the issue of child labor in the country. Keep reading ...
No Thai-Myanmar border closed as rumored
Myanmar says it did not close its borders along Thailand’s Tak province as rumored. Tak authorities have confirmed that trade on the Thai-Myanmar border remains open as usual, after the 4th Infantry Regiment investigated the claims. Keep reading ...
Sri Lanka, Thailand satisfied with President’s visit
The outcome of the visit to Thailand by President Maithripala Sirisena reflected the long-standing relations between the two countries and peoples based on shared historical, religious and cultural affinities, a joint statement by Sri Lanka and Thailand said. Keep reading ...
Spurred by Myanmar radicals, Thai Buddhists push for state religion status
A campaign to enshrine Buddhism as Thailand’s state religion has been galvanized by a radical Buddhist movement in neighboring Myanmar that is accused of stoking religious tension, the leader of the Thai bid said. Experts say the campaign could appeal to Thailand’s military junta, which is ...
Charoen eyes $4bn buy of Vietnam's biggest company
Shares in Vinamilk, Vietnam’s largest listed company, hit an all-time high on Tuesday after local media said a drinks-maker controlled by Thailand’s second-richest man plans to buy out the state’s 45% stake. Keep reading ...
Election brings hope, fear for Myanmar refugees stuck in limbo
For refugees from Myanmar living in camps just across the border in Thailand, a landmark election in their homeland triggers mixed emotions – hope that a hated government will be defeated, and fear of the uncertain future such an upheaval might bring. Ko Chit, 45, who ...
ATTA agents: Business is back
Association of Thai Travel Agents says Thailand tourism has bounced back with Asia and ASEAN playing the key role in tourist arrivals recovery. Speaking at the association monthly meeting, late last week, ATTA president, Charoen Wangananont, said Thailand’s tourism was back on track after the deadly Erawan ...
October inflation declines for 10th month
Annual headline consumer prices declined for a 10th consecutive month in October, due mainly to low oil prices, providing the central bank room to keep interest rates low to support to support a weak economy. Keep reading ...
