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Thai energy consumption is expected to rise by 9.2% this year, based on an economic growth estimate of 2.5-3.5%, driven by an uptick in economic activities as pandemic restrictions ease, says the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo).

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Surge in travel from Laos

More than 2,000 Lao people are arriving in Nong Khai province every day after the Thai-Laos border checkpoint reopened.

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Scarcity of workers poses threat to food export boon

The Thai food industry is enjoying higher overseas purchase orders, attributed to the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war, but the windfall may be short-lived as a severe labour shortage in the food sector remains unsolved.

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Shopee unveils “Shopee International Platform” Joins forces with DITP to help Thai SMEs reach consumers around the region

‘Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, recently took its ‘6.6 Greatest Brand Celebration’ as an opportunity to launch “Shopee International Platform”, or SIP, a special program putting into practice its commitment to help Thai businesses take advantage of the borderless digital economy to develop and grow.

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Overseas turmoil hits Thai export expansion

Thai exports grew for a 14th consecutive month in April, albeit at a slower pace than a month earlier, despite pressure from a host of factors.

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Roof producers seek AD waiver extension

Thai steel roofing producers have called on the Commerce Ministry to help extend anti-dumping (AD) duty waivers or scrap the AD measures on imported steel used in metal sheet production.

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Chinese lockdowns hitting Thai producers

China's lockdowns in big cities are having an adverse effect on the Thai manufacturing sector and its supply chains, with the problems likely to continue, warns the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).

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Thais willing to join talks on US Indo-Pacific regional pact

The government has asked the Foreign Ministry to announce Thailand's intention to join talks on the US' newly proposed multilateral trade agreement, known as the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF).

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Football's clean sweep dream is on

Thailand reached the halfway mark in their attempt to sweep four gold medals in football at the 31st SEA Games in Vietnam when they won the men's futsal title on Friday.

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Watch for good local recovery plays

Thai shares swung sharply in the past week within a range of 1,590 and 1,620 points, tracking a similar pattern in global equities. Volatility was fuelled by macroeconomic factors following the recent US Federal Reserve meeting and diverse interpretations of future Fed policy by market participants. Meanwhile, other global risk…

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Riyadh, Bangkok to Implement Bilateral Partnership Agreements

A high-ranking Thai official said that Bangkok and Riyadh were close to implementing bilateral agreements, which were recently concluded by the two sides. Don Pramudwinai, Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, pointed to the restoration of full diplomatic relations between the two countries, saying that an official…

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Explainer: Is Thai supply chain anchored to China?

China's Covid containment measures, especially in the world's largest port city of Shanghai, have influenced Thailand's supply chain security and could cast a shadow on local manufacturers' decisions in the medium term.

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Seeking justice and equality

Mention Thailand's Deep South and people usually refer to the three southern border provinces -- Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat -- and four districts of Songkhla -- Chana, Thepha, Na Thawi and Saba Yoi. Also for many people, the Deep South can mean violence and insurgency.

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Saudi-Thai Roadmap to Boost Partnership in 4 Investment Sectors

Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid al-Falih announced that the developed Saudi-Thai road map would be further boosted by the new investments in tourism, healthcare, industry, and manufacturing operations. The Ministry of Investment in Riyadh organized the Saudi-Thai Investment Forum, with the participation of the Minister of Investment, the Thai Deputy…

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Artist shares his 'pure perception'

Thai artist Kamin Lertchaiprasert documents his experiences with "pure perception" through a collection of paintings which are showcased during "Pure Perception? (Her)" at Atta Gallery until June 12.

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Sindhu outplayed as India crashes out of Thailand's Uber Cup

Bangkok (AFP) - India crashed out of Thailand's Uber Cup on Thursday after women's badminton superstar PV Sindhu came up short against local crowd favourite Ratchanok Intanon.

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Bourse dips 1.6% in April, foreign fund inflows increase

The Thai stock market slid 1.6% in April from the previous month, in line with other bourses in the region, but still recorded growth in foreign fund inflows despite global supply chain issues.

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Inflation attached to energy prices after April cooling

Thai inflation in May is expected to rise in lockstep with energy prices, which remain at a high level compared with 2021, after the headline rate increased 4.65% year-on-year in April, according to the Commerce Ministry.

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Thai bonds may extend 10% losses as swaps price in rate hikes

Thai bonds, the biggest loser among Southeast Asian peers, are set to extend their slump as rising inflationary pressures and the risk of a hawkish pivot by the so-far accommodative Bank of Thailand (BoT) weigh on the debt.

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Thai boss Patama targets semi-final spot in Uber Cup

Patama Leeswadtrakul, president of the Badminton Association of Thailand, said on Tuesday she is confident that the country's female squad will reach the semi-finals of the Uber Cup.

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FTI wary of wage increase

The Federation of Thai Industries is opposing a proposal to increase the daily minimum wage to 492 baht, fearing that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will be severely impacted.

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Solutions, not excuses

Thai households have been hit hard by sharp price increases for goods, food and energy. Unsurprisingly, such compounded economic malaise has prompted people to ask the government to help them cope.

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TAT sees 1m arrivals per month during last quarter

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is looking forward to drawing at least 1 million tourists per month during the high season in the final quarter thanks to a less cumbersome entry process.

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Household debt reaches 14-year high

Thai households are saddled with the highest level of debt in 14 years and prospects remain worrisome as the Thai economy has not yet recovered while the prices of goods keep rising, weakening consumer purchasing power.

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March exports reach 30-year record high

Thai exports remain robust, with their performance hitting a 30-year record high in March, leading the country's outbound shipments to grow by 14.9% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2022.

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