Somchai Lertsutiwong
Companies on edge regarding delay
The private sector has grown increasingly concerned about the delay in the new government’s formation, which could affect new investments and the tourism sector.
AIS introduces new cyber index
Advanced Info Service (AIS), in partnership with King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) and experts in various fields, launched the Thailand Cyber Wellness Index (TCWI) yesterday, dubbed an open data source that measures digital skills nationwide.
Practice what you preach
Political parties promised several populist pledges for the general election to entice voters, including a controversial 10,000-baht handout via digital wallets to those aged 16 and over; a hike in minimum daily wages to 600 baht; an increase of minimum monthly salaries for university graduates to 25,000 baht; debt suspension…
The critical first 100 days
Business leaders have begun to think about the outlook for Thailand in the first 100 days under a new administration, with the poll less than a week away.
NT bullish on 700MHz prospects
National Telecom’s (NT) plan to develop a service on the 700-megahertz band is expected to improve the state enterprise’s service capacity, generate future revenue stream and reinforce the spectrum portfolio of its partner Advanced Info Service (AIS).
AIS plans long-term ecosystem economy
Advanced Info Service (AIS) has unveiled its long-term business direction, which it calls an ecosystem economy, aiming at strengthening its operations and economic growth through partnerships.
AIS to launch upgraded super-app this year
Advanced Info Service (AIS) is upgrading its My AIS mobile application to become a super-app, which is expected to be launched by the middle of the year under the concept of Mobile First, App First.
Executives list policy priorities
The upcoming general election slated for May 7 is sparking speculation on a potential successor to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha as well as new economic policies that might be promoted by an incoming government.
Statement on election cheered by industry
Business leaders and stock market analysts welcomed the premier's statement vowing to dissolve parliament next month ahead of an election likely to take place on May 7.
Striking a chord with Thai audiences
South Korea found tremendous success exporting soft power via K-pop and K-dramas globally for decades, establishing a strong fan base in Southeast Asia and Thailand, even during the pandemic.