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15/02/2023 [Save the date] STCC Multi-Chambers Networking Night @ Rembrandt Hotel & Suites Bangkok
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2/03/2023
9/03/2023 [Save the date] GTCC Monthly Briefing with L&P @ Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
9/03/2023 [Save the date] GTCC AFTERWORK 3/2023 @ Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
30/03/2023 [Save the date] Ordinary General Meeting 2023 @ Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
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Baht hits high-value products High-value industrial products with few imported raw materials are expected to be the hardest hit as baht strengthens. (Bangkok Post, 6/2/2023) More
Thailand’s unemployment rate drops to 1.2% as of November A new census conducted by the National Statistical Office shows that the number of unemployed persons in Thailand has dropped by 95,000, with 620,000 new people entering the workforce. (Bangkok Post, 3/2/2023) More Rising living costs take toll on spending Cautious spending, flexible payment and authentic automation are among key consumer trends in Thailand this year: market research firm Euromonitor International. (Bangkok Post, 26/1/2023) More Thailand opens first digital free trade hub Thailand has launched its first digital free trade hub in partnership with Alibaba, as the country looks to upgrade its logistics and e-commerce sectors. The hub is a free trade area in Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) designed to facilitate cross-border e-commerce between Thailand and China. (Asean Briefing, 23/1/2023) More |
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| Technical update January 2023 |
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Thailänder geben viel Geld für ihre Haustiere aus Hunde, Katzen und Kleintiere werden immer beliebter. Der Markt für Heimtierbedarf wächst. Mehr |
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GTCC MEMBERS EXCLUSIVE SITE VISIT |
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Cabinet backs NT's 5G project The cabinet has approved National Telecom's (NT) 5G business project and operational expenditure of 6.7 billion baht to capitalize on the 26-gigahertz spectrum range during the period until the spectrum license expires in 2036. (Bangkok Post, 3/2/2023) More
Land prices surge amid urban growth Infrastructure, including a new expressway, along with urbanization driven by mass transit expansion and market competition pushed Bangkok land prices up by as much as 75% in recent years. (Bangkok Post, 3/2/2023) More Rubber farmer income plan gets approval The government has approved a 7.64-billion-baht income guarantee scheme for rubber farmers for the 2022-23 season, which is operating for the fourth consecutive year. (Bangkok Post, 2/2/2023) More Fuel consumption up 13.5% last year Domestic fuel consumption rose 13.5% year-on-year last year on the country's reopening and improving Covid-19 situation, the Department of Energy Business reported. (Bangkok Post, 31/1/2023) More Hotel subsidies, daily vouchers to promote tourism The cabinet on Tuesday approved a budget of 3.95 billion baht to stimulate tourism, including 2.02 billion baht for room discounts and food-tour vouchers, from February to September. (Bangkok Post, 26/1/2023) More Car production in 2022 up 11.7%, says FTI Car production in Thailand in 2022 increased 11.7% from the year before to 1.88 million units, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) said. (Bangkok Post, 26/1/2023) More Thailand beats 2022 tourism target with 11.15m arrivals Thailand received 11.15 million foreign visitors in 2022, a surge from just about 428,000 the previous year, according to the tourism ministry. (Bangkok Post, 26/1/2023) More |
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GTCC BUSINESS & STUDY TRIP TO GERMANY |
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Krungsri aims to grow regional base Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri) continues to expand its financial business in Asean and targets its regional customer base exceeding 500,000 this year. (Bangkok Post, 3/2/2023) More
WHA targets 5-year revenue of B100bn SET-listed WHA Corporation, the country's largest developer of built-to-suit logistics facilities, is targeting revenue of 100 billion baht from 2023 to 2027, alongside 68.5 billion baht in investments in Thailand and Vietnam. (Bangkok Post, 3/2/2023) More |
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24 billion baht allocated to boost EV battery production The government has set aside a budget of 24 billion baht to subsidize domestic manufacturing of battery cells for electric vehicles (EVs). (Pattaya Mail, 6/2/2023) More Green factory breaks ground NatureWorks, a manufacturer of polylactic acid (PLA), a sugar-derived biopolymer, has started the construction of a new factory in Nakhon Sawan in line with a state policy to support bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic development. (Bangkok Post, 4/2/2023) More
Duo team up for EV sharing scheme EV Primus Co, a distributor of multiple brands of electric vehicles (EVs), has diversified its EV business by teaming up with Haupcar Co to offer an EV sharing service through a digital platform, aiming to serve the travel lifestyles of urban dwellers. (Bangkok Post, 4/2/2023) More
SCGC plans to develop plant-based plastics plant SCG Chemicals Plc (SCGC) is preparing to jointly develop a bio-based ethylene factory in Thailand to produce plastic materials made from plants, as part of efforts to focus more on eco-friendly manufacturing. (Bangkok Post, 2/2/2023) More |
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THAI GERMAN CONFERENCE "SOLAR PV AND GRID INTEGRATION" |
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Thai-EU trade talks set to start by March Thailand and the EU have agreed upon the joint political will to pursue free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations, with the long-awaited talks scheduled to kick off in the first quarter of this year. (Bangkok Post, 27/1/2023) More |
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EMO HANNOVER 2023 WORLD TOUR |
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Online scammers in the crosshairs Authorities step up measures to combat cybercrime as schemers develop a host of ploys to fleece victims. (Bangkok Post, 6/2/2023) More
Bangkok is still sinking, and fast! Getting Bangkok ready for the consequences of climate change is crucial for saving this megacity from being submerged under rising sea levels, climate experts say. (Bangkok Post, 6/2/2023) More
Industry president urges long-term fix to PM2.5 The Federation of Thai Industries urges the government to speed up solving Bangkok's PM2.5 problems, fearing if the situation remains, it affect economy and tourism. (Bangkok Post, 5/2/2023) More Nielsen puts spotlight on online trends Streaming, smart connected devices, authentic content, influencers and "shoppertainment" are among the key trends for Thai consumers to monitor this year, says data analytics firm Nielsen Thailand. (Bangkok Post, 3/2/2023) More
Cabinet greenlights workers' wage hike The cabinet approved a wage increase for skilled workers in 17 professions. (Bangkok Post, 1/2/2023) More |
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| Important update on Covid-19 |
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Covid-19 cases 'are declining' despite foreign arrival surge The number of Covid-19 cases has gradually declined, despite the spike in foreign visitors entering the country, said government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul. (Bangkok Post, 30/1/2023) More Covid-19 vaccine available for foreigners nationwide Each province to have a centre where foreign tourists can pay for voluntary Covid-19 vaccination, while foreign residents will continue to get free shots. (Bangkok Post, 26/1/2023) More |
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Coachology: Empowered Women in Leadership 23-24 February 2023. The program will discover some powerful tools to develop your Influence, Inner Confidence & Powerful Femininity, then you’ll love being part of this inspiring event. Created by business women for business women! More
New specialised units boost Thailand's chances of becoming world medical hub Thailand’s status as a world medical and wellness hub has been further enhanced thanks to special treatment options being offered by Bumrungrad International Hospital. (Nation Thailand, 31/1/2023) More |
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Chamber Representative Yada Rattanaklao
Chamber Representatives Roland Aung Otharat Virojdecha
Chamber Representatives Charnchai Jiamchoatpattanakul Sanjay Sachdev |
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Chamber Representatives Pitchakorn Meesak Miti Phongsak
Chamber Representatives Neville Leung Hauke Otten
Mr. Jan Vincent Jordan |
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Spielwarenmesse 2023: Successful restart with all the old strength
The reunion brought great joy: after an enforced gap of three years, the Spielwarenmesse reasserted its position as the biggest event of the sector. Between 1 and 5 February at the exhibition centre in Nuremberg, personal networking, product innovations and establishing new contacts came top of the agenda. The next edition of the fair takes place at the end of January 2024. Precise dates will be announced at the end of February. More |
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BAU 17-22 April 2023, Munich, Germany BAU, the World's Leading Trade Fair for Architecture, Materials and Systems, showcases the latest products and materials for commercial and residential construction and interior work for both new-build and renovation and modernization. It is the business and information platform for everyone who is involved in planning, building and designing buildings. More |
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Revolutionary: The highlights of this year’s IWA Outdoor Classics 2 -5 March 2023, Nuremberg, Germany
For its first edition following the pandemic, IWA OutdoorClassics, the World's Leading Trade Fair for Hunting, Shooting Sports, Outdoor Activities and Security, will undergo a mini-revolution: With the simultaneous introduction of three new special exhibition areas and a new community format, the content of the event will be given a significant quality boost. More |
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ITB Berlin World’s Leading Travel Trade Show 7-9 March 2023, Berlin, Germany ITB Berlin will once again bring together tourism professionals and key players from the global travel industry. Taking as its slogan ‘OPEN FOR CHANGE’, ITB Berlin is ready to host a live comeback next year with the future positioning as a pure B2B product. The focus will therefore be on three days of business, content and networking. More |
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German trade fairs recover slowly First recovery in sight for trade fairs in Germany: At least 340 trade fairs are planned between Husum and Friedrichshafen in 2023. Thus, almost 25 percent more trade fairs will take place in 2023 than were possible last year. In the first quarter of 2023 alone, a good 120 trade fairs are scheduled - in 2022, only 18 trade fairs could be held in the same period due to Covid-19 restrictions. Energy efficiency, circular economy and innovative production technologies are the top subjects at German trade fairs in 2023. More |
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Thailand and the EU to resume talks about a possible free trade agreement After a meeting between Thailand's Minister for Industry Jurin Laksanawisit and the EU Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis on January 26, 2023 in Brussels, both sides announced that they would like to resume negotiations on a free trade agreement after ten years. More
If you have any questions about the usage of Free Trade Agreements in the Asia-Pacific region, you can contact Mrs. Annika Huck, Divisional Head for Trade Policies (Asia/ASEAN). E-Mail: annika.huck@sgc.org.sg |
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ASEAN Snapshot 2022 The German Chambers ASEAN Business Council (GCABC), as a #PartnerInASEAN, is pleased to introduce to the fifth edition of the ASEAN Snapshot booklet with a variety of up-to-date charts and infographics about ASEAN economic developments, ranging from demographic, economics, trade and investment information. More |
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The second Expatriate Orientation Program (EOP 2) The Thailand Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will organize the second Expatriate Orientation Program (EOP 2) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 14 - 15 February 2023. The program, which will be conducted in English, is designed to provide expatriates living and working in Thailand with essential information on various topics including historical and cultural aspects of Thailand, how to work more effectively with Thais, cultural sensitively, decoding Bangkok and the four regions of the country, and overview of Thailand’s economic outlook. More
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