Tag: Thanawat Polvichai
Thai economy to grow over 4% this year: Finance Minister
BANGKOK, July 8 – Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Kittiratt Na-Ranong said today he believed the Thai economy to grow at more than...
Bt4.8 bln cash in circulation expected on Vesak Day
BANGKOK, May 23 - The public's spending for Vesak Day tomorrow could generate Bt4.8 billion in cash in circulation, according to a survey...
New school term expenses to reach Bt53 billion
BANGKOK, May 9 – The Thai public’s expenses for the coming school term are expected to reach Bt53 billion, a 6.7-per cent rise....
February consumer confidence highest in 19 months
BANGKOK, March 7 - Thailand's consumer confidence index in February rose to 74.3 from 72.1 for the previous month, the highest in 19...
Thailand’s 2013 GDP forecast to rise to 5%
BANGKOK, Feb 21 – The Thai economy in 2013 is forecast to grow 4.8-5.3 per cent or 5 per cent on average, higher than...
Phuket top choice for Thai travelers
BANGKOK, 15 February 2013 A recent poll has indicated that the southern province of Phuket is the most popular destination for Thai tourists;...
Thailand’s January Consumer Confidence Index hits record high for 16 months
Thailand’s Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) in January rose for the third consecutive month and hit its record high since October 2011, according to...
UTCC: 300-baht wage policy triggers a rise in GDP by 1.4%
BANGKOK, 25 January 2013 The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) revealed that the 300 baht minimum wage policy would help trigger...
New Year spending expected to reach several billion baht, highest in...
BANGKOK, Dec 24 - Thailand's spending during the New Year period is expected to reach several billions of baht, which will be the...
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Finnish tourist alleges drink spiking and theft of Rolex in Pattaya hotel room
PATTAYA, Thailand – A Finnish tourist has filed a police report after allegedly being drugged and robbed of cash and a luxury watch in...
Pattaya Mayor clears air over ‘dirty water’ concerns at beach showers, orders daily inspections
PATTAYA, Thailand – The mayor of Pattaya has moved quickly to address public concerns after images of stagnant water at a beach shower point...
Pattaya Walking Street brawl raises questions over who the tourists really were
PATTAYA, Thailand – A late-night altercation on Walking Street Pattaya has ignited strong reactions among readers; with many questioning whether those involved were genuinely...
Pattaya clarifies delays in Bali Hai public toilet project after contractor issues and failed...
PATTAYA, Thailand – The city of Pattaya has addressed continued delays in the construction of a public restroom facility at Bali Hai Pier, confirming...
Pattaya Mayor backs September mega exhibition to drive visitors and revenue
PATTAYA, Thailand – The mayor of Pattaya is pushing forward plans for a large-scale trade exhibition aimed at stimulating tourism and economic activity in...