MOVIE PRODUCTION
HK wants film-making ties with Kingdom
Potential to open China to Thai features
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ENERGY POLICY
Panel gives the nod for ethanol as fuel
The National Energy Policy Council yesterday gave the green light for production and distribution of ethanol used as fuel.
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Samsung chief's Thai life
In the month it has been coming out, our sister section Business Extra has received a most gratifying response from readers.
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Tea-maker set to brew in Europe
TAC Beverage, a local marketer of tea with milk and ZenYa green tea, plans to penetrate three new markets in Scandinavia and Europe next year because it believes its product positioning for the Thai market will suit consumer behaviour in those countries, according to the company's executive director, Theerawat Louhapan.
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Economy's growth slows, but GDP up
The economy in real terms expanded 4.7 per cent in the third quarter, a growth deceleration due to slowdown in consumption, exports and investment, the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) said.
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Street WISE
Taking the high road to justice
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Late news :New logistics platform
DHL, a leading express and logistics company, has further strengthened its operational expertise with the introduction of its Global Trade Services (GTS) platform.
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Private sector sets priorities for law changes
The private sector's Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking plans to propose a priority list for government amendments to economic laws.
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Thailand falls behind in garment exports
Vietnam and Cambodia have emerged as Thailand's major competitors in the world garment market
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Restaurant guide online
Asia Web Direct, Thailand's pioneering online travel-website operator, in partnership with Blue Mango Publishing - publishers of the Thailand Tatler - unveiled the electronic version of the seminal guide "Thailand's Best Restaurants 2006", now available online for the first time at www.thailandsbestrestaurants.com.
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CAT board to pick new chairman
The board of CAT Telecom will select one of the directors to take over as its new chairman on December 12, following the resignation of Air Chief Marshal Sommai Dabphet last week.
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INTERNAL TRADE DEPT
Producers told to pass on cost savings
Strong baht reduces import prices for firms
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Watch fair set to take in Bt250m
The sixth Bangkok World Watch is expected to generate more than Bt250 million in sales, says Saridpong Rattanapote, The Mall Group's chief merchandiser.
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iMove-equipped vehicle
Shin Satellite (ShinSat) has teamed up with RaySat Antenna Systems, a provider of satellite technology for two-way mobile applications, to offer broadband capability for moving vehicles by using ShinSat's iPSTAR satellite.
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IN BRIEF
Construction :Ch Karnchang signs Bt2.7-bn deal to build National Energy Centre
Ch Karnchang signed a Bt2.7-billion construction agreement with Energy Complex last weekend for that company's National Energy Centre in Bangkok.
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PROPERTY
Slowdown to continue in new year
Builders' suppliers and interior decorators already feeling pinch
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Shangri-La to open luxury Phuket resort in 2008
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has revealed the details of its new luxury resort and spa opening in Phuket at the end of 2008.
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THAI lets Indians enjoy Chiang Mai
Thai Airways International (THAI) recently flew more than 400 Indian air cargo agents to Chiang Mai to attend the 34th Annual Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) Convention, which the airline said had boosted Chiang Mai's position as an international meetings destination and increased local revenue.
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Major Development delays share listing
Homebuilder major Development's initial public offering (IPO) has been postponed to next year as its filing was being reconsidered by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a source at Seamico Securities, the firm's adviser, said yesterday.
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Uncertainty clouds outlook for 2007
Although companies' costs are falling, economists say the unclear political direction remains a worrying factor for the country's economic growth next year.
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Company reports
THAI OIL said Somchai Wongsawat, a director and a member of its audit committee, had tended his resignation, effective December 1.
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STOCK FOCUS
Bangkok Dusit Medical Services
Phatra Securities has made a "buy" recommendation on shares of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, with a 12-month price objective of Bt40.70 apiece.
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