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BCG development seen as route to avoid non-tariff barriers

Bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic development can help the country avoid non-tariff barriers as well as become a key tool in cutting carbon emissions, following the government's pledge to promote BCG projects during the Apec summit, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

Bangkok Post · Nov 24, 2022

A showcase for the BCG model

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit offered a glimpse into how countries plan to deal with uncertainties post-pandemic as well as the Thai government's push towards a new economic model.

Bangkok Post · Nov 20, 2022

Thailand's chance to shine

Thailand is scheduled to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) 2022 summit later this week.

Bangkok Post · Nov 13, 2022

Industrial sentiment at near 3-year high in Sept on tourism rebound

Thailand's industrial sentiment rose for a fourth straight month in September, reaching the highest level in 32 months, bolstered by improved domestic demand and a recovery in the crucial tourism sector, an industries group said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Oct 12, 2022

Bumpy road to recovery

Even as Thailand continues on its path to economic recovery in the fourth quarter, buoyed by tourism and domestic consumption, businesses are still unnerved by pressing challenges, including high inflation, a weaker baht, surging energy prices and flooding, which could hamper the rebound.

Bangkok Post · Oct 9, 2022

Committee forecasts at least 3% GDP uptick

The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has inched up its 2022 GDP forecast, expecting the economy to grow by at least 3%, driven by the gradual recovery of the tourism industry.

Bangkok Post · Oct 5, 2022

Cabinet reiterates BoT has free rein for its duties

The government has pledged it will not intervene in the central bank's handling of inflation, interest rates and the baht's movement, instead asking the Finance Ministry to provide additional information to the bank.

Bangkok Post · Oct 5, 2022

FTI suggests retention of current policies

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects a new government formed after a general election next year to maintain policies that benefit businesses to help them survive in 2023.

Bangkok Post · Oct 4, 2022

Caught in a vicious currency cycle

Industry leaders have called on the government and related authorities to do more to prevent the depreciation of the baht and mitigate the impact of the Bank of Thailand's latest policy rate hike.

Bangkok Post · Oct 2, 2022

FTI counsels MPC on rate

The Bank of Thailand needs to determine an appropriate policy rate today amid growing concerns the baht value may fall to 39 to the US dollar, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

Bangkok Post · Sep 27, 2022