The Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with the Support Arts and Crafts International Center of Thailand, is organizing the International Innovative Craft Fair 2012 from March 15th– 18th, 2012. 

BANGKOK, 6 March 2012  – The Commerce Permanent Secretary has announced that the consumer confidence index for February 2012 has seen an increase in every category, pointing to an evident post-flood recovery. However, the public is still concerned about the increasing fuel price and cost of living. 

BANGKOK, 6 March 2012  - Mars made its closest approach to Earth in 26 months last night, attracting astronomers and people from all walks of life who watched the spectacular phenomenon in awe. 

BANGKOK, 4 February 2012  – Honorary Chairman of the Thai Rice Exporters Association Chukiat Opaswong asks that the PM discuss the issue of rice export with Japan during her roadshow activity on 6-9 March in a bid to reduce export costs. 

BANGKOK, 4 March 2012  – ABAC poll indicates that Thais are not as happy as they were before because of the rising cost of living. 

BANGKOK, 4 February 2012  – Three Thai businesswomen have been named in Forbe’s inaugural lists of Asia's 50 Power Businesswomen and 15 Women to Watch for 2012. 

BANGKOK, 4 February 2012  – The Customs Department is expected to achieve a tax revenue collection of 105 billion baht in 2012 as targeted. 

BANGKOK, 4 March 2012  - The government has instructed authorities to take harsh legal action against those responsible for the continued forest fire crisis in Thailand's northern region. 

BANGKOK, 5 March 2012  – After fire ravaged the Fico Building on Asok Road last Saturday, the building has now been sealed off; only authorities are allowed to enter the place for inspection. 

BANGKOK, 5 March 2012  - The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is confident that the water management plans for the Bhumibol and Sirikit dams will be effective for the water situation this year. However, scarce rainfall during the drought season might cause damage to the agricultural sector.