Thailand Pass to end on June 1
(Photo: Nutthawat Wicheanbut)The cancellation of Thailand Pass registration is expected to take place on June 1, with tourists using their TM6 immigration form for vaccine declaration, says the Tourism and Sports Ministry. After the Test and Go scheme is scrapped from May 1, the removal of Thailand Pass will create a more seamless travel experience and stimulate more travel to the country, said Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn. He said Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul already agreed to terminate the Thailand Pass scheme. Eliminating Thailand Pass means Thai embassies and consulates can reduce their workload, as they worked to help approve the required documents. Tourists might be required to complete their vaccination record on the TM6 immigration form upon arrival, with immigration officers responsible for screening the form or vaccine passport, said Mr Phiphat.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 28, 2022 11:17 UTC
Prologue to the past
On the 1st floor, visitors have a chance to see a replica of eight iconic ancient stone tools found by van Heekeren in 1943, thanks to advanced 3D laser scanning technology. The Ban Kao people were known for their three-legged clay pots and burial jars. The ancient Ban Kao civilisation is known for its three-legged clay pots, burial jars and other potteries in various designs that were used in everyday life and burial rituals. The 3rd floor is devoted to the Ban Kao civilisation and the western region in the Iron Age. Ban Kao National Museum is in Muang Kanchanaburi district, Kanchanaburi.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 28, 2022 10:23 UTC
FPO slashes growth on energy outlook
FPO slashes growth on energy outlookKhao San Road appears empty this month as the FPO downgraded its 2022 economic growth forecast to an average of 3.5% amid global uncertainties. Arnun ChonmahatrakoolThe Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) has downgraded its 2022 economic growth forecast to an average of 3.5% from 4.0%, mainly because of the Russia-Ukraine war and its effect on domestic energy prices, says FPO director Pornchai Thiraveja. He said the FPO expects economic growth to be in a range of 3-4%, compared with a previous range in January of 3.5-4.5%. In addition, the FPO cut its forecast for the economic growth of 15 Thai trade partners to 4% this year, down from 4.4% in January. The FPO upgraded its forecast for export growth this year to 6%, in a range of 5.5-6.5%, from the previous projection of 3.6%.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 28, 2022 10:10 UTC
No approval yet for hike in retail prices of instant noodles: Jurin
The meeting was held on Thursday at the Dusit Thani Laguna Hotel in Thalang district. Jurin said Thailand was hosting the fourth meeting, which was crucial for establishing trade and economic ties between Thailand and Bhutan. Jurin said Bhutan could be a new export market for Thailand and tourists from Bhutan could also help boost the country’s economy. Jurin said he would also preside over the opening of the E-Sport competition held by the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) on Friday. The deputy prime minister added that he would also represent the Cabinet to hand over a budget to the Phuket PAO for starting a sufficiency housing project, or repairing homes of underprivileged people in the island province.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 28, 2022 08:53 UTC
GULF wins 4 prestigious awards from World HRD Congress 2022, reiterating best-in-class HR management
The achievement reflects GULF’s strong organizational management and excellence in human resources management. The four human resources (HR) awards include: the Award for Career Fairs, Campus Recruitment Global from the HR Excellence Awards 2022, awarded for GULF’s consistent work with universities to raise brand awareness and invite university students to explore the corporate culture and career opportunities at GULF in order to attract new talent; the Best Learning & Development Strategy award and the Best Employee Engagement in B2B Sector award from the Employee Engagement Leadership Awards, which, respectively, reiterates GULF’s focus on developing employees’ skills to enhance their potential as well as retain talent within the organization for sustainable development and demonstrates GULF’s excellence in developing the employee experience and engagement; and the Best Use of Technology in HR from the HR Tech Conference & Awards, which reflects GULF’s success in implementing technology to promote effective HR management.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 28, 2022 08:53 UTC
Heirs of the Phornprapha and Praneenij families invest 120MB to make Thailand the cannabis hub of Asean
This is to make Thailand the cannabis hub of Asean. “Our goal is to be the leader in the cannabis industry and produce the finest-quality CBD hemp flowers to meet international standards. A perpetual harvesting technique has been applied to improve harvest management for the supply chain and improve the quality of CBD hemp flowers. To achieve its goal, the company will work with partners to build a sustainable market for the cannabis industry in terms of medical products, tourism and exports. After cannabis products have been made widely available in the local market and fpr export, together with the finest quality floral biomass and clones, this will encourage growth of over 100%.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 28, 2022 07:01 UTC
Energy Ministry to announce new diesel price structure today as Bt30 price cap ends
The Energy Ministry decided to end the diesel price cap at THB30 per litre on April 30 as the Fuel Fund Executive Committee is running out of cash reserves. Currently, the real market price of diesel oil is about THB40 per litre, a source from the Energy Ministry said. The source said the price is expected to be THB32 per litre when the global diesel price is about US$145 per barrel. The source added that the new price structure would cap diesel price at THB35 per litre. The source said new diesel prices will be announced every week until it reaches the cap of THB35 per litre.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 28, 2022 06:42 UTC
URC Thailand receives Good Environmental Governance Award 2021 from Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand
URC (Thailand) Co., Ltd, a manufacturer and distributor of Jack’n Jill brand snack products, recently won the Good Environmental Governance Award 2021, presented by Dr. Veeris Ammarapala, Governor of the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand, for two of the company’s facilities located at Samut Sakhon Industrial Estate in Samut Sakhon Province. Mr. Wattawut Ueaphumirat (left), Integrated Supply Chain Director, URC (Thailand) Co., Ltd., and Mr. Witoon Ekpiriyamont (right), Environment Health and Safety Manager, showcased the Good Environmental Governance Award 2021. Mr. Wattawut Ueaphumirat, Integrated Supply Chain Director of URC (Thailand) Co., Ltd. said, “Winning the Good Environmental Governance Award 2021 is meaningful to us at URC Thailand as it recognizes the company's excellent business conduct in all aspects of operations. Two of these awards have been given to two URC Thailand plants, plant 4, and 6, both of which are located in Samut Sakhon Industrial Estate. Prior to this, URC Thailand has also been awarded the Good Environmental Governance Award for Plants 1, and 3 in 2018.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 27, 2022 09:02 UTC
New NBTC board sets three-point plan to consider planned True-DTAC merger
Academics and consumer protection groups have called on the previous NBTC to wait for the new board to consider the deal. As a first measure, the meeting resolved to set up four panels to consider the issue, Trairat said. A third measure will see the NBTC assign its working panels and advisory committees both in the country and abroad to study possible impacts of the merger, Trairat said. “The NBTC will carefully and comprehensively study the merger plan and it will allow public participation in the study,” Trairat vowed. “It will also study legal technicalities and both negative and positive impacts by taking into account the interest of the public and the telecom industry.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 27, 2022 07:57 UTC
Japan vows to expand Thai expenditure
Japan vows to expand Thai expenditureMr Supattanapong, left, met Mr Matsuno on April 21 in Tokyo. They pledged to continue their strategic partnership as Thailand and Japan mark the 135th anniversary of formal relations. Automotive companies are eager to join the Thai government's EV package and invest over the next 1-2 years, said Mr Supattanapong. Regarding the electronics industry, Japan uses Thailand as a production base for midstream and downstream semiconductors, and smart electronics for EVs, which are likely to see rapid growth. The Japan Business Federation is also scheduled to bring 70 members to meet Thai government agencies and their business alliances soon, said Mr Supattanapong.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 27, 2022 06:53 UTC
Huawei: Innovating nonstop for a greener intelligent world
Huawei: Innovating nonstop for a greener intelligent worldHuawei kicked off its 19th annual Global Analyst Summit today in Shenzhen. At the event, Ken Hu, Huawei's Rotating Chairman, gave a keynote on Huawei's approach to innovation and building a greener intelligent world. "We will strengthen our approach to innovation, equip all industries to go digital and intelligent, and help build a low-carbon world," said Hu. Ken Hu, Huawei's Rotating Chairman, speaking at HAS 2022The following is a summary of these three initiatives. "We look forward to working more closely with our customers and partners to build a greener intelligent world."
Source:Bangkok Post
April 27, 2022 04:47 UTC
Baht might test new resistance level of 34.40: market strategist
Poon said the risk-averse market coupled with the Covid-19 situation in China could add more downward pressure on the baht. The Thai currency has weakened past the expected resistance level, with both exporters and importers unsure of when to carry out transactions, so it might be volatile and weaken to test the new resistance level of 34.40, he said. Meanwhile, gold purchases are rising as investors want to possess safe assets. This is adding pressure to the baht. Poon advised businesses to use hedging tools such as options to manage risks in the present highly volatile currency market.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 27, 2022 03:10 UTC
‘Incredibly happy’ with performance, result againts Real Madrid : Pep Guardiola
“At the end maybe the chances we create we have to convert. I want to convince my players that we won the game and heads up. We were one up but even two or three or four you have to perform. Their xG conceded figure was 1.66, but Real found three goals. It happens that way sometimes and City can also find hope in the fact that their machine doesn’t seem to be swayed by being home or away.
Source:The Nation Bangkok
April 27, 2022 01:18 UTC
What are the entry rules from May 1?
The latest easing of entry restrictions aims to make international travel more convenient and has been welcomed by both businesses and visitors. What are the new travel entry rules? Thailand's reopening to foreign travellers marks a significant milestone as pre-travel and on-arrival RT-PCR tests are no longer needed. Once vaccinated travellers pass through immigration checkpoints, they are free to travel anywhere in Thailand. Thailand was suffering from a Covid outbreak in early 2021, prompting cautious authorities to enforce stringent rules for international arrivals.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 26, 2022 23:46 UTC
Rush for weed licences ahead of narcotic delisting in June
Rush for weed licences ahead of narcotic delisting in June(Bangkok Post file photo)Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received some 4,700 applications for licences from people and organisations to import, possess, grow and produce cannabis and hemp. FDA deputy secretary-general Withid Sariddeechaikool said on Tuesday that the delisting of cannabis and hemp from the narcotics list will come into force on June 9. The move follows a policy initiated by Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to allow people to use them for medical and economic purposes. The general public and organisations have filed 4,712 applications with the FDA, seeking licences related to the use of either as an ingredient or product. Licences were approved for both cannabis and hemp extracts to be used in cosmetics, as well as traditional medicines and supplements, he said.
Source:Bangkok Post
April 26, 2022 23:22 UTC