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Motorcycle production and sales set to slow in 2nd half
Bangkok Post
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July 10, 2025
PUBLISHED : 11 Jul 2025 at 05:43 More motorcycle production and sales in Thailand during the first five months of 2025 do not guarantee bright business prospects as the industry looks likely to slow in the second half, says the Federation of Thai...
Hantec Financial Launches Bangkok Office to Strengthen Asia-Pacific Presence
The Slovenia Times
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July 11, 2025
BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 11 July 2025 - Hantec Group, through its renowned financial brand Hantec Financial, proudly announces the official opening of its new South East Asia Regional Office in Bangkok, Thailand. A modest yet...
Over 400,000 US manufacturing jobs vacant amid upheaval over tariffs
China Daily
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Pedestrians walk past a retail space at 715-717 Fifth Avenue in New York City, US, May 27, 2025. [Photo/Agencies] The US manufacturing sector is struggling to fill over 400,000 jobs, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show, as companies say...
New tariff increases leave optical industry bracing for impact
Optometry Times
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July 10, 2025
With letters having recently been sent from the White House to several US trading partners about tariff increases set to take effect on August 1, The Vision Council has noted “significant implications for the optical industry’s international...
Transport Ministry to seek Cabinet nod for housing lottery under Home for Thais scheme
The Nation Thailand
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July 11, 2025
Surapong explained that the GLO will be responsible for designing the lottery format and overseeing the process. He stressed that, given the GLO’s long-standing experience with lottery operations, the process will be transparent and verifiable....
Thailand: Regulator discusses linking of health data on platform with insurer
Asia Insurance Review
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The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC), Thailand's insurance regulator, held a joint meeting with the Big Data Institute (BDI), a public organisation, and insurance representatives to discuss ways to link health data via the Health Link...
Bank of Thailand insists there are no signs of deflation
Bangkok Post
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July 10, 2025
PUBLISHED : 11 Jul 2025 at 05:22 Amid mounting concerns from economists about potential deflationary trends, the Bank of Thailand maintains there are no clear signs of deflation, despite persistently low inflation. Speaking at a monetary policy...
Thailand's economy to slow in H2 as exports face headwinds: central bank
Xinhua News Agency
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BANGKOK, July 10 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's economy is projected to slow in the remainder of the year as U.S. tariff policies hit exports amid global trade uncertainty, the central bank said on Wednesday. Exports, a key driver of the nation's economic...
The Power Behind Thailand's Energy Empire: Inside Sarath Ratanavadi's Rise to Billionaire Status
The Nation Thailand
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July 11, 2025
However, the 2014 military coup led by General Prayut Chan-o-cha brought unexpected challenges. Sarath was summoned by the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) due to his perceived closeness to the Shinawatra governments. The investigation...
Thai consumer confidence falls to 28-month low as political turmoil and trade war loom
Pattaya Mail
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July 9, 2025
Consumer confidence in Thailand hits lowest level since March 2023 amid deepening political and economic concerns. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand’s consumer confidence fell for the fifth consecutive month in June, reaching its lowest level in 28...
Thai coconut industry takes steps to ban monkey labour
Bangkok Post
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July 8, 2025
Producers partner with WFFT to ensure ethical sourcing and restore global trust in Thai coconut exports PUBLISHED : 8 Jul 2025 at 09:38 The Thai Coconut Industry Group has taken a decisive step to restore international confidence and protect local...
April FDI up 7.1%, boosted by Japan and manufacturing
Business World
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July 10, 2025
FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS (FDI) in the Philippines rose 7.1% year on year in April, boosted by inflows from Japan and investments in the manufacturing sector, according to the central bank. “Net foreign direct investments (FDI) into the...
From batik and bird cages to herbal cosmetics — ‘Taste of Southern’ celebrates the creative spirit of Thailand’s South
Pattaya Mail
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July 10, 2025
Acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai praises SBPAC’s cultural exhibition at Government House for turning southern heritage into economic opportunity. BANGKOK, Thailand – Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has voiced strong support for “Taste of...
Bangkok City Ballet reimagines a classic tale
Bangkok Post
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July 9, 2025
Bangkok City Ballet presents the magic of Cinderella, a brand-new full-length ballet reimagined for today's audiences, in the Main Hall of Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, on Saturday at 5pm. This all-new production, with original...
As Tariff Concerns Push Peak Shipping Season Earlier, US Ports Prep for Post-August Slump
Sourcing Journal - New York
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July 10, 2025
Expectations of a shorter, earlier peak shipping season in 2025 appear to be coming closer to fruition as uncertainty related to President Donald Trump’s tariffs persists through the summer. Inbound cargo volume into major U.S. ports is forecast...
Japanese rubber futures extend gains on Thailand weather concerns
Business Recorder
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July 10, 2025
SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures rose for a third straight session on Thursday, as heavy rains in top producer Thailand threatened supply, while positive US tyre imports provided further support to the market. The Osaka Exchange (OSE) rubber...
Companies, animal rights groups agree to stop the use of coconut-picking monkeys in Thailand
Asia News
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July 10, 2025
In Thailand, the lucrative coconut market relies on the exploitation of more than 3,000 specially trained monkeys of endangered species. An international boycott campaign against the mistreatment of these animals is driving producers to adopt new...
Thailand to upskill around 1.8mn local workers for higher wages
Human Resources Online
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This initiative is one of five policies that new Labour Minister Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit has unveiled, including boosting youth employment and accelerating AI adoption and training. Thailand’s new Labour Minister Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit...
Former PM and Two Athlete Stars Unite to Transform Thai Sports
Khaosod English
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July 10, 2025
BANGKOK — Former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin delivered a comprehensive vision for transforming Thailand’s sports landscape along with Muay Thai superstar “Buakaw” Banchamek and Olympic gold medalist “Tennis” Panipak Wongpattanakit on Thursday....
Beloved internet star turns one year old at Thailand Zoo
OregonLive.com
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July 10, 2025
CHONBURI, Thailand — Thousands of excited fans flocked to a Thai zoo on Thursday to celebrate the first birthday of Moo Deng, the adorable baby pygmy hippo that has become a social media sensation. The Khao Kheow Open Zoo was overrun with Moo Deng...