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See Exotic Animals From Around the World at ‘Pet Expo Championship 2025’

Bangkok: ‘Pet Expo Championship 2025,’ Thailand’s largest pet product and service exhibition, has opened. This year’s highlight is rare and exotic animals from around the world. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Surapol Utintu, Managing Director of N.C.C. Management and Development Co., Ltd., stated that this year’s event aims to meet the needs of the rapidly growing pet market in

Commerce Ministry Sends Essential Supplies to Thai-Cambodian Border

Bangkok: Chatuporn and Chantawit led a team of commerce officials to distribute relief bags to alleviate the suffering of those affected by the Thai-Cambodian border disaster. Mr. Chatuporn Buruspat, Minister of Commerce, along with Mr. Chantawit Tantasith, Deputy Minister of Commerce, oversaw the distribution of relief bags to aid victims at the Weights and Measures Office, Department of Internal Trade,

OEM Manufacturer & e-Biz Expo 2025 Kicks Off in Bangkok

Bangkok: The “OEM Manufacturer and e-Biz Expo 2025” has commenced, bringing together manufacturing plants specializing in OEM, ODM, and OBM, along with e-Business system developers. This event aims to offer comprehensive services from upstream to downstream, facilitating new entrepreneurs in launching their businesses efficiently. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Surapol Utintu, Managing Director of N.C.C. Management and Development Co.,

Thai Stocks and Baht on Edge Amid US Trade Negotiations

Bangkok: Thai stocks are consolidating as investors await the outcome of crucial Thai-US trade negotiations. Meanwhile, the baht has experienced a significant weakening, with expectations of further gradual depreciation if Thailand is subjected to import tariffs as high as 36%. The baht risks a further 1.2% depreciation. According to Thai News Agency, the Thai stock index opened this morning at

Bank of Thailand Launches E-Money Payment System for Tourists via QR Codes

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has announced a new initiative to facilitate e-money payments for foreign tourists through the use of Thai QR codes, aiming to support the tourism industry and expand opportunities for small merchants who do not currently accept credit cards. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Napongthawat Potikit, Senior Director of the Payment Systems Policy and

Private Sector Awaits US Tariff Announcement for Thai Imports

Bangkok: The Thai Chamber of Commerce revealed that the negotiating team has reached an agreement with the USTR. They are awaiting the announcement of US import tariffs tonight, which they believe will be similar to those in other countries in the region. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Poj Aramwattananon, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of

Thailand Sets Ambitious Goal to Lead Global Cassava Industry with New Strategies

Bangkok: The Ministry of Commerce has unveiled its strategy to elevate Thailand as a global leader in the cassava industry. Mr. Chatuporn Buruspat, Minister of Commerce, inaugurated the 7th World Tapioca Conference 2025 under the theme “Thailand Tapioca Next: Go Global Go Together,” aiming to boost cooperation across the Thai tapioca industry. The conference sought to enhance Thailand’s presence in

Pichai Anticipates 2.2% GDP Growth for Thailand in 2025 Amidst Border Dispute

Bangkok: Pichai Chunhawichorn, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, expressed confidence that Thailand’s GDP will experience a 2.2 percent growth in 2025. This expectation comes despite ongoing challenges, including a slowdown in tourism due to the Thai-Cambodian border dispute. According to Thai News Agency, Pichai highlighted that while exports performed well during the first half of the year, the latter