Published on June 24, 2005

Thailand preparing submission to US

Thailand is preparing a submission to the US International Trade Commission, asking it to consider ending anti-dumping duties on shrimp and shrimp products as a means to help tsunami-hit countries.

Foreign Trade Department director-general Rachane Potjanasuntorn said yesterday the data should convince the commission to revise the duties against Thailand and India.

The US agency will be given all of the facts on the damage caused by the tsunami and is expected to make a decision on October 31. It will send an official to inspect damage to Thai shrimp farms and hatcheries in the South in August. - The Nation.

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FASHION EXPORTS: Kliks’ help sought

The Export Promotion Department has invited Thai-American designer Coco Kliks, whose work was presented at Thailand Exhibition 2005 held recently at the Los Angeles Convention Centre-South Hall, to design apparel to boost local exports.

The 29 year old’s work has been well received in California. By joining with the Thai agency, it is hoped she can help Thailand’s fashion image internationally. - The Nation.

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KIMBERLY-CLARK: Appointments

Kimberly-Clark Thailand, the maker and distributor of consumer products, has appointed David Osborn as managing director and Arpa Phusangmook as director and general manager of Kimberly-Clark Professional, a business unit of the Thai office.

Osborn will be responsible for manufacturing, sales and marketing of flagship brands. He will also oversee Kimberly-Clark Professional, the unit which deals with products that focus on serving institutional clients. Arpa will focus on leading the business as a clean, caring producer and distributor. - The Nation.

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