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31/01/2025

opens its most expansive lounge, second only to Dubai at ’s

- Major investment highlights Thailand's importance as key market in airline’s network

- Lounge expansion signals growing premium travel demand to/from Bangkok.

Emirates is celebrating the opening of its new lounge at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, Satellite 1 Terminal (SAT-1).

The newly relocated and refurbished lounge in the airport's latest terminal sets a new standard for premium travel, offering Emirates customers an enhanced ground experience that matches the sophistication of their journey.

With the $5 million refurbishment, the lounge now spans 1,454 square metres. With the capacity for 250 guests, it can comfortably accommodate all premium passengers traveling on two simultaneous A380 departures. The expanded lounge in Bangkok now stands as the largest international lounge facility beyond the airline’s home market.....
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22/01/2025

Dubai International Chamber highlights expansion opportunities for local companies in hashtag and hashtag Asia

“We remain committed to supporting Dubai's business community in expanding into global markets that offer promising trade and investment opportunities.” Salem Al Shamsi

Prepares to organise trade missions to Angola, Mozambique, Thailand and the Philippines during H1 2025

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully organised the first 'In Focus' session of 2025. The event was designed to assist Dubai-based companies in exploring opportunities for expansion in Angola, Mozambique, Thailand, and the Philippines.

The session, which attracted a total of 160 participants from private sector companies in Dubai, showcased key trade opportunities and explored effective business strategies in each of the four markets, as well as discussing the current economic landscape and future prospects of diverse industries......
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28/09/2024

Thailand, central Việt Nam explore investment opportunities

Việt Nam and Thailand have been implementing action plans as part of the enhanced strategic partnership between the two countries, with a target of boosting bilateral trade turnover to US$25 billion.

Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyễn Minh Hằng stated at the opening ceremony of the Meet Thailand conference in the central city that the two countries have strengthened connections in the supply chain and business exchanges as well as development policy links between Việt Nam’s ‘Green’ Growth and Thailand’s Bio-Circular-Green Economy....
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27/09/2024

Thailand Highlights at

Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa has reaffirmed Thailand’s focus on the sufficiency economy philosophy and the fight against transnational crime as key strategies for sustainable development during the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York. The summit, which adopted the Pact for the Future as its outcome, seeks to tackle global challenges and accelerate progress towards achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals ( ) by 2030.

In his address on “Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow,” Maris called for stronger global cooperation to address pressing issues. He made clear Thailand’s commitment to sustainable development through the sufficiency economy, efforts to combat illicit drugs and cybercrime, and the need for reforms in the UN, particularly the Security Council, to better reflect the interests of developing nations. Maris also stressed the need to empower youth to help shape the future....
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Via thailand.prd.go.th

20/09/2024

Thai government discusses strategies to boost tourism in 2024

A recent meeting was held to discuss strategies for boosting Thailand's tourism sector in the coming year.
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra emphasized the importance of ensuring that economic benefits from tourism reach all parts of the country. She called for a comprehensive plan that addresses both domestic and international tourism.

In response, Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), announced that TAT will submit its detailed tourism promotion plan to the Prime Minister within the next one to two weeks. This plan will include measures to enhance tourist experiences beyond existing initiatives, such as the visa-free program....
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Via thailand.prd.go.th

18/09/2024

competition heats up

There are five potential applicants

Competition for the new virtual bank licences has intensified, with five business groups expressing interest in applying....
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Somruedi Banchongduang
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16/09/2024

3000 Supercar Rally to be Hosted in Thailand

The Gumball 3000 supercar rally is being hosted in Thailand from September 17 to 20, featuring over 100 luxury supercars. Driven by more than 220 global celebrities, the convoy will journey through 15 provinces: Sa Kaeo, Prachin Buri, Chachoengsao, Samut Prakan, Bangkok, Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Surat Thani, Krabi, Phang Nga, Trang, and Satun.

A key event will take place at CentralWorld in Bangkok on September 17, sporting a supercar exhibition and live music. Another highlight will be a charity football match on Koh Panyee's iconic floating football field in Phang Nga province on September 19.....
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Gumball 3000

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13/09/2024

ThaiAirways rehab chief says no return to StateEnterprise

Thai Airways International (THAI) will not revert to a state enterprise after completing its business rehabilitation plan next year, the chairman of THAI’s Business Rehabilitation Plan Executive Committee said on Thursday.

Piyasvasti Amranand emphasised that a state enterprise model "cannot respond to the needs of the aviation business in the modern digital economy"....
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Thai Airways

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11/09/2024

Thailand's Eyes to Become Medical and Wellness Hub

Hat Yai has announced plans to position itself as a medical and wellness hub in the southern region. According to Sitthisak Tonmongkol, secretary-general of the Hat Yai Economic Forum (HEF), several development campaigns are in the pipeline to transform the city. One key project is expected to create a more walkable city, enabling residents and visitors to easily access commercial areas and public spaces on foot, reducing traffic and private vehicle use....
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07/09/2024

Malaysian Tourists Boost Thailand's Southern Economy

Thailand's southern provinces welcomed approximately 20,000 Malaysian tourists during the National Day long weekend, contributing over 100 million baht to the local economy. Most visitors entered through the Bukit Kayu Hitam and Pengkalan Hulu checkpoints, heading to popular destinations such as Sadao and Betong districts. The influx of tourists was noticeable in Songkhla province, where attractions such as Samila Beach, Songkhla Old Town, and the Khlong Hae Floating Market drew large crowds. In Betong, Narathiwat province, nearly 5,000 Malaysian visitors were recorded over the three-day period, with local hotels reporting an occupancy rate of nearly 95%...
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Via Thailand PRD

06/09/2024

Thailand to move ahead with casinos plan, official says

80% of those attending public hearing agree with casino plan

The government will move ahead with plans for a mega entertainment complex that would house casinos in Thailand, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said on Thursday....
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Via www.bangkokpost.com

03/09/2024

Malaysian Tourists Boost Thailand's Southern Economy

Thailand's southern provinces welcomed approximately 20,000 Malaysian tourists during the National Day long weekend, contributing over 100 million baht to the local economy. Most visitors entered through the Bukit Kayu Hitam and Pengkalan Hulu checkpoints, heading to popular destinations such as Sadao and Betong districts.

The influx of tourists was noticeable in Songkhla province, where attractions such as Samila Beach, Songkhla Old Town, and the Khlong Hae Floating Market drew large crowds. In Betong, Narathiwat province, nearly 5,000 Malaysian visitors were recorded over the three-day period, with local hotels reporting an occupancy rate of nearly 95%....
https://bit.ly/3MxSlqg

Via Thailand PRD

31/08/2024

Complaints over illegal Chinese bus services

Thai bus operators face intense competition from Chinese bus operators using nominees and offering lower prices, while more foreigners are illegally working as van drivers serving tourists, according to the Thai Transportation Operators Association....
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Molpasorn Shoowong
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30/08/2024

Thai gaming industry could become a soft power, says senior official

Thailand has the potential to become a regional hub for the gaming industry with collaboration from relevant agencies, the top official of the Department of Cultural Promotion said on Friday.

The opening ceremony of the “Thailand International Game Showcase 2024” took place at IconSiam shopping complex in Bangkok....
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Jarupong Krisanaraj
Via nationthailand.com

29/08/2024

Thailand's Cruise Terminal Set to Open by 2032

Caretaker Deputy Minister of Transport Manaporn Charoensri has announced that a new cruise terminal in Koh Samui will open in 2032 as part of efforts to boost tourism in Surat Thani province. During a recent visit to Koh Samui with Caretaker Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit, the deputy minister reviewed the progress of major transport infrastructure projects to strengthen the region's tourism sector......
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Via Thailand PRD

28/08/2024

and Partner to Boost Thai Exports to U.S.

The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) and Amazon Global Selling (AGS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost the e-commerce export capabilities of Thailand’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Announced during the TOPTHAI Cross Border E-Commerce Day 2024, the collaboration is set to enhance Thai businesses' knowledge of e-commerce exports to the U.S. through workshops, advisory services, and support for those interested in becoming Amazon selling partners.....
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Via thailand.prd.go.th

27/08/2024

Thailand expected to record growth in Vietnamese fruit and vegetable imports

Thailand, which previously ranked sixth after Japan and Taiwan (China), has climbed to fourth place with a seven-month export value of $123 million, a 70 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.

In the first eight months of the year, fruit and vegetable exports from Việt Nam reached nearly US$4.6 billion, a 29 per cent increase year-on-year, with Thailand expected to continue recording the impressive growth of imports.

Thailand experienced the highest growth in imports of Vietnamese agricultural products during the first seven months of the year, according to figures released by the Việt Nam Fruit and Vegetable Association based on customs data.....
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Via vietnamnews.vn

24/08/2024

6 Thai airlines eye fleet expansion as aviation industry bounces back

Airlines’ fleet expansion plans align with global predictions for significant growth in air travel over the next two decades

Several Thailand-based airlines are planning to expand their fleets in the future thanks to the fast recovery of the global aviation industry, which the Covid-19 pandemic had crippled....
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