The Latest Breaking News from Poj Aramwattananont

Trade deficit marks a sea change

Thailand's widening trade deficit may appear alarming at first glance, but a deeper analysis suggests it is more a sign of economic transformation than deterioration.

Bangkok Post · Aug 2

More Thai products urged for US exemption list

The Thai Chamber of Commerce is backing the commerce minister on expediting the conclusion of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade with the US, noting that Thai products with high local content should be included on the exemption list to strengthen the country's competitiveness.

Bangkok Post · Jul 30

Exporters shrug off new Trump tariffs

The private sector is optimistic that new US tariffs will not have a major impact on Thai exports, though businesses are urging the government to expedite trade negotiations to enhance the country's competitiveness on the global stage.

Bangkok Post · Jul 24

Companies on edge regarding delay

The private sector has grown increasingly concerned about the delay in the new government’s formation, which could affect new investments and the tourism sector.

Bangkok Post · Jul 12, 2023

Extension granted to migrant workforce

Concern over a domestic labour shortage has eased after the cabinet on Tuesday approved an extension to employment contracts that allow more than 200,000 migrant workers to keep their jobs.

Bangkok Post · Jun 1, 2023

Commerce Ministry aims to stimulate exports in H2

The Commerce Ministry wants to increase the value of exports by another 19.4 billion baht (around US$550 million) in the second half, providing support through the hosting of up to 350 export stimulus activities.

Bangkok Post · May 25, 2023

Firms use summit to calm furore

The business sector plans to use the Apec CEO Summit to stimulate foreign investment and defend the government's contentious proposal to allow foreign investors to own land in Thailand.

Bangkok Post · Nov 1, 2022

APEC CEO Summit 2022: Transition to renewal economic perspectives for Asia Pacific inclusive growth

Economic resilience amid untamed inflation and rising global interest rates, along with high energy prices, are no longer today’s challenges for countries around the world to overcome.

Bangkok Post · Oct 3, 2022

Thailand prepares to host Apec event

The Thai private sector is ready to host the Apec CEO Summit 2022 in November, focusing on inflation, the energy and food crisis, economic rehabilitation after the pandemic, and sustainability.

Bangkok Post · Sep 1, 2022

Business sector preps Apec proposals

Key business people are preparing to propose five-point recommendations, including the long-delayed Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP), which is part of regional economic recovery plans, to 21 leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) when they meet in Bangkok later this year.

Bangkok Post · Aug 4, 2022