Thailand’s Retail Sector Set to Be Boosted by Cash Handouts

Thailand’s Retail Sector Set to Be Boosted by Cash Handouts

Wholesalers and retailers across Thailand express optimism regarding the government’s THB 10,000 (USD 300) cash handout under the Digital Wallet scheme aimed at vulnerable groups, anticipating a positive impact on the retail sector. Industry analysts expect this...
Thailand to Build its First Silicon Chip Plant

Thailand to Build its First Silicon Chip Plant

The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has announced a joint venture between Hana Microelectronics and Thai energy firm PTT to establish the country’s first silicon carbide (SiC) chip manufacturing facility. With an initial investment of THB 11.5 billion...
Thailand Puts Solar Power at the Center of its National Energy Plan

Thailand Puts Solar Power at the Center of its National Energy Plan

Thailand’s Ministry of Energy is intensifying efforts to roll out a comprehensive National Energy Plan (NEP) to meet the country’s ambitious goal of reducing carbon emissions by 222 million tons by 2030. Central to this plan is a major expansion in solar...
UK Signs Trade Pact with Thailand to Boost Exports

UK Signs Trade Pact with Thailand to Boost Exports

The UK and Thailand are set to establish an Enhanced Trade Partnership designed to strengthen trade and investment ties between the two countries. The agreement, involving UK Trade Minister Douglas Alexander and Thai Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan, aims to...
Thailand Plans Ambitious Airports Expansion

Thailand Plans Ambitious Airports Expansion

Airports of Thailand (AOT) has announced plans to expand its six international airports to accommodate 210 million passengers by 2032. Kerati Kijmanawat, AOT’s director, highlighted that this aligns with the Ministry of Transport’s 2023-2027 strategic plan...
Thailand Innovates in Plant-based Meat Using Coconut Water

Thailand Innovates in Plant-based Meat Using Coconut Water

A Thai company renowned for its coconut vermicelli has ventured into plant-based meat production using coconut water, as part of a government initiative to boost the industrial economy. Sangtuptim Inter Co. developed the meat alternative under the Department of...