Local losers in Thailand flooding
The worst flooding in a half-century in Thailand has killed hundreds and disrupted business for thousands of companies, including some based in Minnesota. But not all manufacturers were affected ...
02/06/2012 13:19 THAILAND Bangkok: flood prevention to prevent business and capital flight
» by Weena Kowitwanij Thailand is a strategic economic hub in Southeast Asia, but last year’s floods could have chased away foreign investors. Intervention plans will now focus on rebuilding trust and promoting sustainable development. Water resources must be managed better than 40 years ago.
Optical Industry Adjusting After Thai Floods
The optical industry has been affected by October's floods in Thailand, but the damage to business has been kept under control so far. That's the impression given during the current set of earnings calls, anyway.
Thailand ready for World Economic Forum on East Asia 2012
Thailand is ready to host the World Economic Forum on East Asia 2012 during May 30-June 1.
HSBC Sells Retail Banking, Wealth Management Business In Thailand
HSBC Holdings PLC (HBC) said Wednesday its indirect subsidiary, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd., has entered into an agreement to sell its Retail Banking and Wealth Management business in Thailand to Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Ltd. (BAY.TH) for an undisclosed sum.
Thailand in pole position on Burma
The recent developments in Burma are increasingly being followed by the international community. On January 23 the European national foreign ministers met in Brussels to discuss the latest events and .....
GE Thailand eyes high growth
General Electric Thailand has set a double-digit growth target for its business this year, with a focus on energy, aviation, healthcare and lighting, president and chief executive officer Kovit Kantapasara said yesterday.
Payless ShoeSource Continues Global Expansion and Announces Franchise Deals for Stores in New Markets: Korea, Thailand ...
TOPEKA, Kan., Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Collective Brands' (NYSE: PSS - News) Payless ShoeSource unit announced today that it has signed two new franchise agreements with partners Emart, a business unit of ...