Thailand growth forecast raised
Bangkok (The Nation/ANN) - The Thai economy is set to see higher growth this year, driven mainly by domestic demand after last year's floods, but downside risks remain in the growth of trading countries, the Bank of Thailand said.
Panasonic and Sony mired in Japanese electronics slump
Panasonic and Sony have been hard hit by weakening demand for TVs, a strong yen, and lower production following the Thailand floods Japanese electronics firm Panasonic has nearly doubled its projected net loss for 2011 to ¥780bn (£6.47bn) – the biggest in the company's 95-year history – as the global economic crisis dampens demand for TVs and mobile phones. Panasonic reported a net loss of ¥197 ...
Thailand to probe army shooting of four Muslims
Thailand has ordered an investigation into the deadly shooting of four Muslim civilians by paramilitaries in the restive south, a top official said Tuesday, after the deaths sparked local outrage.
Insured Loss Estimates from Thailand Floods
Last year’s flooding in Thailand is shaping up to be one of the costliest natural disasters in history, with insured losses alone estimated at more than $15 billion. The following is an ...
UPDATE: Insured Loss Estimates from Thailand Floods
Last year’s flooding in Thailand is shaping up to be one of the costliest natural disasters in history, with insured losses alone estimated at more than $15 billion. The following is an updated list - NKSJ Holdings, Zurich, RenaissanceRe and …
The 11 Most Expensive Insurance Losses In Recent History
2011 was a pretty crummy year for the insurance industry. In fact, according to insurance industry analysts Swiss Re it was the worst year ever, thanks to the Japanese earthquake and tsunami.
Thai to the bone, But still just Second-Class
Take a walk through villages on the other side of the Tanao Sri mountain range separating Thailand and Myanmar and it's like you've never crossed the border. Everyone is speaking Thai.
Army still calls tune in key issues : Amsterdam
The Yingluck Shinawatra government is not fully in charge of Thailand as the Army has a "veto" power over some key issues - including who will be the Army Chief or what is to be done with the lese majeste laws, said red-shirt movement lawyer Robert Amsterdam yesterday.
