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Jordanian-Rwandan discussions to enhance economic cooperation and exchange experiences

On Thursday, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Youssef Al-Shamali, and his counterpart, the Rwandan Minister of Trade and Industry, Jean Chrysostom Ngabitsinzi, chaired the Jordanian-Rwandan Businessmen Forum, in the presence of the Minister of Investment, Kholoud Al-Saqqaf. It aims to enhance bilateral cooperation between the two countries in several fields and exchange experiences. […]

FTI reveals Massive Increase in Registrations of EV Trucks, CBAM Measures Needed by EU

“FTI” reveals the total number of registrations “EV Trucks” red license plates increase by more than 1,020% within 1 year. CBAM measures are needed by the European Union. Suraphong Paisitpattanaphong Mr Vice President and Spokesperson of the Motor Industry Group of the Federation of Thai Industries (Federation of Thai Industries)There is an FTI) revealed that […]

Key Factors Affecting Energy Costs and Electricity Bills in 2024

Key Points The amount of gas in the Gulf of Thailand is produced according to the contract on April 1, 2024, helping to reduce the cost of electricity generation. EGAT is burdened with outstanding FT fees of more than 100 billion, proving how much the government will pay back. Government policy is another important variable […]

Thailand Makes Progress Towards OECD Membership, Prepares Submission to Cabinet

“NESDB” representatives attended the ERC meeting to present an update on Thailand’s progress toward becoming a member of the OECD. Mr. Wanchat Suwankitti, Deputy Secretary General of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDB), disclosed plans to bring the matter of applying for OECD membership before the Cabinet for consideration. Wanchat Suwankitti, along with […]

Thailand Competitiveness Conference 2023: Global Geopolitics, Economic Trends, and Strategies for Future Growth.

On 16 November, the Thai Management Association (TMA) organized a seminar titled “Thailand Competitiveness Conference 2023” with the theme “Building a Nation that Secures the Future.” The seminar was attended by representatives from government, private, and business agencies, and featured a presentation by Professor Kishore Mahbubani, a geopolitical expert from the Asia Research Institute National […]

Disclosure of Cost Information: Higher FT Cost Projected for January-April 2024, Impacting Electricity Bills and Government Willingness

Higher Electricity Prices Expected as Gas Costs Rise Khomkrit Tantrawanit, Secretary General of the Energy Regulatory Office, discussed the projected trend of electricity prices in 2024. Thailand relies heavily on natural gas for electricity production, and the high import prices of liquefied natural gas (LNG) are causing concerns. The cost adjustments for electricity prices are […]

The Political Situation in Myanmar: ASEAN’s Efforts to Find a Solution

Political Crisis in Myanmar Continues: ASEAN’s Efforts to Find a Solution The political turmoil in Myanmar that followed the coup on February 1, 2021, has become a critical issue garnering international attention. The international community, including ASEAN, has been closely monitoring the situation and seeking ways to address the crisis. Over the past couple of […]

Japanese and African Teams Shine in Women’s Soccer World Cup: A Look at Their Progress

The Chugoku Shimbun, a Chinese media company, recently published an article on the progress of the Japanese and African teams in the Women’s Soccer World Cup. The group stage of the tournament, held in Australia and New Zealand, has concluded, with the top 16 teams emerging. Switzerland, Spain, Holland, South Africa, Japan, Norway, Sweden, USA, […]