Energy Innovations to be Tested in Thai Regulator’s Sandbox

Sep 1, 2019

This September it was announced by the Office of the Energy Regulatory Commission of Thailand (ERC) that 34 projects will be implemented under its regulatory sandbox program. The initiative involves participation from major Energy players from both the private and...

Ranong Port to Boost Thailand’s Trade with India

Sep 1, 2019

The Port of Authority of Thailand (PAT) is currently developing the Ranong Port as a logistics gateway between Thailand and India. The two countries have agreed to promote a new maritime route in the Andaman Sea between Krishnapatnam Port in India and Ranong Port on...

Thailand and South Korea Partnering for Development of Electric Buses

Sep 1, 2019

Thailand and South Korea have announced a joint project for the development of electric buses. The project, which will be led by Korean automaker Edison Motors, involves 11 organizations from both countries. Thai players include the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority, the...

Thailand Plans E-Commerce Tax by 2020

Sep 1, 2019

Thailand is expected to introduce a value-added-tax on electronic businesses in 2020, aiming at collecting between USD 98 million to USD 131 million a year. The proposal will be sent for parliamentary approval later in 2019.  According to official sources, the...

Thailand Plans USD 10 Billion Stimulus to Support Economy

Sep 1, 2019

Thailand is planning to launch a stimulus package worth USD 10 billion. The package will consist of three main groups of measures: assistance for people affected by the drought crisis, efforts to mitigate the impact of the global slowdown on the Thai economy, and help...