Tag: Thailand
Finance Minister admits trade protectionism still in force in some countries
BANGKOK, 1 June 2012 -Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Mr. Kittiratt Na Ranong has admitted that trade protectionist measures remain effective in...
SEC Chief believes WEF will benefit Thailand
BANGKOK, 1 June 2012 - Secretary-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Vorapol Socatiyanurak believes the World Economic Forum (WEF) on East...
DPM: Thailand will not impose trade barriers to prevent foreign competition
BANGKOK, 31 May 2012 – The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance has stressed that Thailand will not be implementing any form...
Commerce Ministry joins hands with ASEAN rice producers to set rice...
BANGKOK, 31 May 2012 – The Ministry of Commerce has collaborated with counterparts in other ASEAN rice-producing nations to establish a set of...
ASEAN Sec-Gen advises logistics, infrastructure development in Thailand
BANGKOK, 31 May 2012 – The ASEAN Secretary-General has suggested that Thailand should enhance its logistics system and infrastructure in preparation for future economic...
Siriraj Hospital creates new surgical method to help diabetes patients
BANGKOK, 31 May 2012 – The Siriraj Hospital has for the first time in the world successfully found a new surgical method that...
Aung San Suu Kyi asks Thailand to assist Myanmar workers
BANGKOK, 1 June 2012 – Myanmar’s democracy icon has asked Thailand to extend necessary assistance and ensure sound living conditions for millions of...
FTI calls for urgent strengthening of Thai economy towards AEC
BANGKOK, 1 June 2012 – The Federation of Thai Industries has called on the government to urgently strengthen the local economy ahead of...
Furama Chiang Mai claim bragging rights in regional futsal tourney
The 1st Asia Pacific Furama Futsal Cup 2012 was held on May 25 at the Sky Kick Arena in Bangkok and comprised teams from...
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Thailand approves ‘Lemon Law’ giving consumers stronger rights over defective products
BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand’s Cabinet has approved the long-awaited “Lemon Law,” a landmark consumer protection bill that would make sellers more accountable for defective...
No impact on tourism despite Russian advisory, says Thai Minister
BANGKOK, Thailand – Minister of Tourism and Sports Surasak Phancharoenworakul has reaffirmed that Thailand remains a safe destination and is ready to warmly welcome...
Armed foreigner terrorizes Phuket street until veteran Thai fighter steps in
PHUKET, Thailand – A foreign man who allegedly roamed the streets of Phuket armed with a knife and an aluminum bar, threatening and chasing...
Pattaya businesses plead for action as homeless scare away tourists
PATTAYA, Thailand – Concerns are growing among business owners and residents after large numbers of homeless individuals were once again found using Pattaya Beach...
Mystery surrounds fatal train strike near Pattaya as police probe man’s final moments
PATTAYA, Thailand – A 38-year-old man from Amnat Charoen province was killed after being struck by a freight train near Pattaya on Sunday night,...