AIS and Thaicom Urge Investors to Decline Acquisition Offers
The boards of Thailand’s Advanced Info Service (AIS) and Thaicom have urged shareholders to reject acquisition offers from their controlling entities. In July 2024, Gulf Energy Development, the largest shareholder…
Durian exports to China resumes on Monday
Thailand will resume its durian exports to China by Monday as rapid contamination tests are nearing completion, according to Deputy Agriculture Minister Itthi Sirilatthayakorn. He informed parliament on Thursday that…
BBL: Investments Expected to Continue Flowing into Thailand
Bangkok Bank (BBL) anticipates continued growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Thailand over the coming years, offering significant opportunities for the Thai economy despite global uncertainties. At the 2025…
Boeing to Resume Certification Flight Tests for 777X
Boeing is set to resume flight testing of the 777X, with the first flight potentially scheduled for January 15, following a pause initiated in August 2024 after severed thrust links…
Thai Airports Get Ready for Increased Traffic During Chinese New Year
Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has instructed Airports of Thailand (AoT) to prepare for an influx of tourists during the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday. Mr. Suriya indicated that approximately 4…
Seven Key Investors Targeting Casino Projects in Thailand
International investors are showing interest in the casino-entertainment complexes that Thailand aims to establish, beginning in 2029, as reported by Prommin Lertsuridej, the secretary-general to the prime minister. He noted…
Thai Lion Air Anticipates Decline in Chinese Market
Thai Lion Air predicts a stagnant Chinese market this year due to declining safety confidence in Thailand and a sluggish mainland economy throughout 2025. CEO Aswin Yangkirativorn indicated that safety…
Bank of Thailand Directed to Maintain Policy Rate at a Maximum of 2%
The central bank’s policy rate should be capped at 2%, in line with the inflation target and Thailand’s GDP growth, according to the head of the government’s planning unit. Speaking…
Corporate Income Tax Reduced to 10% in Special Economic Zones
The Revenue Department has announced a reduction in the corporate income tax rate for businesses operating in special economic zones (SEZs) to 10% for a duration of 10 years, aimed…
Over 10,000 Bankruptcies in Japan in 2024 Due to Labor Shortages and Weak Yen
In 2024, corporate bankruptcies in Japan surpassed 10,000 for the first time in 11 years, driven by escalating labor shortages and rising costs of imported materials due to the depreciation…