Bank of Thailand Set to Allow Virtual Banks
The Bank of Thailand (BOT) recently issued a Consultation Paper on Virtual Bank Licensing Framework to introduce virtual banks as new financial service providers. The BOT expects that virtual banks would operate in a sustainable manner to ensure responsible...
Thailand to Start Construction of the USD 8.8 Billion Eastern Aviation City Project
It has been recently reported that the government of Thailand will launch construction works for the THB 290 billion (USD 8.8 billion) Eastern Aviation City. The initiative is designed to modernize the Vietnam-war era U-Tapao Airport into an international airport. The...
Thai Startup HD Brings the Sharing Economy Model to Healthcare Sector
Thai startup HD is making the headlines for applying the sharing economy model in Southeast Asia’s healthcare sector. The startup offers a platform that helps three parties meet: surgeons with private practice, patients looking to have their surgeries done more...