Issue 18 : December 05, 2014

In Focus

Joining the Dots
Balancing Functionality with Beauty

Issue 18 The textile and garment industry is one of the most significant sectors supporting Thailand’s economic development. The success of one leading company demonstrates the benefits of striking a... More

Tradeshows
AEC and the Future of Thai SMEs

Issue 18 The formation of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015 will provide many opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) Chair Supan... More

Industry
Thai Rice Top of the World

Issue 18 Thailand’s fragrant jasmine rice has been named the world’s finest alongside its Cambodian counterpart at the international World Rice Conference. Thailand’s brown jasmine rice a... More

On the Table
Chiengmai Heaven

Issue 18 Shanghai, a city known for its bevy of world-class restaurants, also plays host to a gem of a Thai restaurant hidden amongst the alleys honeycombing the city. Established ... More

Q&A
QA: Phongsakdi Chakshuvej

Issue 18 The President of the German-Thai Chamber of Commerce (GTCC) tells Horizon Thailand what German companies have to offer its long-term Asian partner. What benefits does the GTCC offer its ... More

Tradewinds

Thai illustrator wins AFA 2014 Award

Issue 18 Freelance illustrator Asuka 111 from Thailand scooped the top award at the Anime Festival Asia Singapore (AFA) 2014, held from December 5 to 7 in Singapore. Asuka 111 beat off stiff compl... More

TCEB to develop standard for regional MICE venues

Issue 18 The ASEAN Secretariat has assigned the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and Ministry of Tourism and Sports to develop the ASEAN MICE Venue Standard (AMVS), as well as to ho... More

Bangkok to host the first Thailand Halal Assembly 2014

Issue 18 The Halal Science Centre of Chulalongkorn University, the Central Islamic Council of Thailand and Halal Standard Institute of Thailand will jointly host the first Thailand Halal Assembly 2... More

Made in Thailand in Focus 2015

Issue 18 The DITP invites manufacturers, entrepreneurs, exporters and interested business operators to participate in Made in Thailand in Focus 2015 from January 28 to February 1, 2015, at the Ba... More

DITP expands trade opportunities in Myanmar

Issue 18 The DITP together with 15 representatives from the Thai Garment Manufacturers Association, Thai Hotel and Hospitality Management Association, Thai Frozen Food Association, Ratchaburi Elect... More

Commerce Ministry organises business matching event

Issue 18 The Ministry of Commerce hosted a business-matching activity at the DITP from December 11 to 13. The event brought together 220 local firms and 160 entrepreneurs from China, Japan, India... More

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In Focus

Tradewinds