Commart projecting brisk business New computer technology and flourishing demand for devices to support online work and study amid a supply shortage are expected to drive sales at the IT fair Commart throughout this coming weekend, according to IT vendors. “We believe consumer sentiment has returned following the vaccine rollout, coupled with the government’s financial…
Thai export sector shows signs of recovery as global economy wakes from slumber Thailand’s international trade has been improving in line with the gradual recovery of the global economy, with Thai exports bringing in more than US$20 billion as of February. Though overall exports have dropped by 2.59 per cent year-on-year, export in the real…
Thailand set to be ‘key logistics hub’ Thailand has the potential to become a key logistics hub in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) through its Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), a forum was told. “When we work together to fulfill the potential of the EEC, Thailand and the GMS can become a powerhouse across the world,”…
Ministry sets up panel devoted to BCG economy The Industry Ministry has set up a new committee on bio-, circular and green (BCG) economy to step up efforts at putting Thailand on a path toward economic sustainability. The establishment came after the government declared the BCG economic model as a national agenda, hoping it will…
Thailand records higher exports of US$20.22 bln in February BANGKOK, March 25 — Thailand’s international trade has improved in line with the gradual recovery of the global economy, with its export value rising month-on-month to above US$20 billion (AS$1=RM4.12) in February. However, year-on-year (y-o-y), exports fell 2.59 per cent to US$20.22 billion (US$1=RM4.14), the Ministry of Commerce said. …
Thai central bank revises down 2021 growth to 3.0% Bank maintains policy rate but provides new $11 billion aid to business Bangkok — The Bank of Thailand revised down its 2021 growth forecast, as the resurgence of COVID-19 in Southeast Asia’s second largest economy over the last few months had led to the closure of…