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Published on March 11, 2008

PTT Exploration and Production will participate in the offshore exploration bidding, while Dusit Thani plans to open a five-star hotel in Chittagong, he said.

However, Chalermpol expressed concern over the stringent conditions attached to work permits in Bangladesh and over the regulation of foreign investment. 

 The Daily Star/Asia News Network

Commerce Ministry to highlight India

The Commerce Ministry will go on a countrywide roadshow to encourage firms to invest in India.

Phuket will host the first briefing on March 27 with Khon Kaen, Chanthaburi and Bangkok to follow, Trade Negotiations Department deputy director-general Noppadon Sarawasi said recently.

The programme is aimed at providing new perspectives on the Indian market, he said.

Experts from the private and public sectors and experienced businessmen have been invited to speak. Representatives from the Board of Investment will also be on hand to provide details on promising industries, such as construction and tourism.

The Nation

Adidas Kids children's wear

Adidas (Thailand) has launched adidas Kids sports clothing

and accessories for children aged 8-14.

Category manager Tharinee Chincharoen recently said adidas wanted to support children, particularly adolescents, and encourage them to realise the significance of sports.

"We've seen enormous market potential, because there's so much room for expansion. While most players have focused on featuring fashion designs on their sports products, adidas puts its eyes on modern kids, who have a dynamic lifestyle and rely on plenty of physical activities, both indoors and outdoors," Tharinee said.

The Nation

Thai AirAsia to fly to HCM City

Thai AirAsia will open a Bangkok-Ho Chi Minh City service next month as its second Vietnamese destination following Hanoi.

From April 4, it will offer two flights a week, on Monday and Friday.

The normal fare is Bt1,809, exclusive of taxes and fees, reports Vietnam News Agency.

The Nation