This is an exciting first step for both organizations, to leverage their strengths and leading industry positions in Thailand to offer a unique value proposition to millions of smallholder farmers.

“Telecommunications is a key enabler for innovation in a digital economy, with the emergence of new connectivity technologies such as 5G, IoT and AI, we see massive opportunities to drive transformation across major industry sectors. Agriculture as a key pillar of the Thai economy is particularly close to our hearts, we have over the past 10 years empowered farmers with mobile technology and digital services through our Smart Farmer program. We see a lot of synergies in our strategic collaboration with Yara as it speaks to our commitment and vision as a company – to connect you with what matters most and to empower societies. Together, we look forward to delivering sustainable impact within the agriculture sector,” said Sharad Mehrotra, dtac CEO.

“We believe that digital technologies can expand our reach and deepen the engagement with each individual farmer. Therefore we are excited about the strategic collaboration with dtac. Together we can contribute to empower smallholder societies through digital solutions, bringing agronomic solutions and knowledge of balanced crop nutrition which help increase productivity, profitability and sustainability for farmers in Thailand,” said Terje Knutsen, EVP Sales & Marketing at Yara.

By working together, dtac and Yara believe that they can contribute towards the future of farming in Thailand, contributing to a growing ecosystem of knowledge and solutions that drive productivity improvements and unlock economic opportunities for farmers.

Chataya Supanpong, chief executive of Food Passion Co Ltd, the operator of Bar-B-Q Plaza, was the keynote speaker for an Entrepreneur Talk, discussing the topic “How to Train Your Dragon”.

Also attending were Vasana Jantarach, Rungroj Tancharoen and Vipada Vongsiridej.

KPMG Legal provides a full range of business law services on commercial and corporate law, mergers & acquisitions and reorganisation, employment law, legal compliance and investigation, and privacy laws, the firm said.

In Thailand, there is an increasing need for businesses to implement transformation programmes that need an integrated legal approach and business methodologies, not just pure legal advice, the company said.

KPMG Legal is able to offer an end-to-end holistic approach for businesses in Thailand and the region, it added.

“At KPMG, we believe in being proactive,” said Charoen Phosamritlert, CEO of KPMG in Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. “We need to be able to identify future trends and upcoming industries in order to be ready with our team of experts to serve our clients. With KPMG Legal and our strong background in various business industries, we will be able to provide our customers with a holistic legal counsel service backed by a team of business-savvy legal advisers,” he added.

“The launch of KPMG Legal in Thailand reflects KPMG’s global strategy to grow its services network and capability,” said Stuart Fuller, global head of Legal Services and Asia Pacific leader for Legal Services, KPMG International.

“The increasing relevance of the Asia Pacific to our clients from a market, business and strategic perspective has seen KPMG’s Global Legal Services network expand in Hong Kong and Shanghai in the last 12 months, strong growth in Australia, Vietnam and Taiwan, and now the launch of KPMG Legal in Thailand. As part of our Asia Pacific and Asean strategy, we expect to see strong and continuing growth of our legal services footprint and capability in the region so that we can best support our clients,” he added.

KPMG Legal Services has more than 2,400 lawyers operating in 79 jurisdictions around the globe. This network of lawyers, including those in Thailand, allow for a deep understanding of international trends and global best practices, the firm said.

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Designed to build export success among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the programme is an exhaustive take on B2B e-commerce for manufacturers contemplating taking their operations to the next level.

According to the platform, SSIP is part of Alibaba.com’s efforts “to foster in-depth understanding of B2B e-commerce among SMEs which are eager to settle smoothly into an increasingly competitive and digitised global trade environment”.

Organised in collaboration with the platform’s local channel partner Feyverly, the three-month programme is scheduled to begin mid-year and will be held in Bangkok by Alibaba experts and other industry practitioners.

The integrated training approach of SSIP aims to equip current and aspiring Thai exporters with fundamental knowledge, practical skills as well as a mindset change required for success in online global trade, the platform said.

Through a combination of lectures and interactive sessions, the course will cover topics including the ins and outs of establishing a presence and operating a supplier store on Alibaba.com; platform analytics for understanding customer demand and the wider industry trends; global trade processes, from business matching to payment and logistics terms; as well as the key to sustainable business growth amid competition.

“Thai suppliers are highly competitive in terms of product variety and quality, but many of them have not yet capitalised on opportunities presented by the current digital era to reach their full potential,” said Samantha Suriwon Tng, head of Strategy and Operations at Alibaba.com in Thailand.

“Our objective is to develop suppliers with both practical knowledge essential to navigating the world of global trade freely, and an appreciation of e-commerce as a powerful global marketing and distribution channel that is crucial for the future of SMEs. With this programme, we look forward to cultivating a batch of stellar exporters who will be an inspiration to other SMEs,” she added.

The programme is open to SMEs from any export sector for enrollment from now until March 31. The enrollment fee covers the full SSIP training and a one-year Alibaba.com basic supplier membership.

Korakot Chatasingha of THAI said the deal is tied in with Valentine’s Day and covers international flights in Economy and Royal Silk Class that payable with a Citi credit card at thaiairways.com.

Tickets can be booked and will be issued until March 13 for flights any time before July 31.

The roundtrip routes on offer:

• Bangkok-Fukuoka/Sendai – Economy Class starting at Bt15,425, Royal Silk Class starting at Bt52,005

• Bangkok-Tokyo/Osaka/Nagoya – Economy starting at Bt16,325, Royal Silk starting at Bt53,945

• Bangkok-Sapporo – Economy starting at Bt18,440, Royal Silk starting at Bt55,450

• Bangkok-Taipei/Kaohsiung – Economy starting at Bt10,320, Royal Silk starting at Bt23,640

• Bangkok-Denpasar – Economy starting at Bt10,875, Royal Silk starting at Bt29,865

• Bangkok-Singapore – Economy starting at Bt6,930, Royal Silk starting at Bt20,020

• Bangkok-New Delhi – Economy starting at Bt10,095, Royal Silk starting at Bt31,365

• Bangkok-Jaipur – Economy starting at Bt12,210

• Bangkok-Vienna – Economy starting at Bt23,185, Royal Silk starting at Bt95,835

• Bangkok-Rome – Economy starting at Bt23,040, Royal Silk starting at Bt94,830

• Bangkok-Moscow – Economy starting at Bt21,990, Royal Silk starting at Bt89,190

The prices include all taxes. Limited seats are available on each flight and conditions apply. Mileage accrual is based on Royal Orchid Plus conditions.

Kitima Luengsitong of Citibank Thailand listed the additional privileges for Citi cardholders:

Up to Bt20,000 cash rebate for Bt40,000 sales slip

Spending Bt500,000 earns a chance to win THAI tickets from Bangkok to Vienna, Hokkaido and Osaka until March 15

Citi PayLite instalment plan 0 per cent for three months for a Bt3,000 sales slip

Citi Royal Orchid Plus Preferred and Select cardholders receive Bt1,000 cash rebate for every 4,000 Citi Reward points redeemed

“People in metropolitan areas should limit their outdoor activities at the moment to avoid risks of health problems,” Phasuk Sampunnachote, MEA’s director of organisation communication, said on Wednesday (February 5) .

“We suggest using MEA’s online services which can accommodate most of your electricity-related needs in the comfort of your house, including MEA Smart Life mobile application to conveniently pay your power bills using Visa or Master Card credit cards. Furthermore, you can report electrical malfunction in just two simple steps, or view bill history up to six months.” The app is available on both App Store and Google Play Store, or via the website https://eservice.mea.or.th/meaeservice/

She also suggested “M Easy service” to apply for electricity usage and meter installation at anytime. Simply log on to https://eservice.mea.or.th/measy/, fill out the information and choose your preferred payment channel. You can also track the progress of the application process in real time.

The e-payment option offers a variety of online payment methods either by mobile application, bank account transfer and credit cards, she added.

Customers who have questions or require assistance can contact MEA staff via several channels without having to leave their houses, such as Facebook: Metropolitan Electricity Authority; Line application: @meathailand; Twitter: @mea_news; or contact MEA Call Center at 1130, which is available 24/7.

PTT director Chansin Treenuchagron noted in a press release on Thursday (February 6) that the Pollution Control Department has attributed the hazardous levels of particulate matter in the air mainly to people burning waste and cropland debris (25-38 per cent) – but also to incomplete combustion in vehicle engines (21-29 per cent), as well as construction (15-21 per cent).

Chansin said PTT, which makes and sells unleaded fuels, has long supported clean energy, developing alternatives such as natural gas, gasohol and biodiesel.

It encourages the use of B10 biodiesel in Euro 4-standard trucks rather than B7, a switch that it says reduces PM2.5 by 3.5 per cent.

PTT is now urging operators of public transport services to use B20 biodiesel.

It also plans to expand its network of charging station for electric vehicles to 77 petrol stations this year and 300 stations by 2024, Chanson said.

And it will have a waste-to-energy plant operating by 2021, equipped with anti-pollution technology capable of eliminating 95 per cent of the particulate dust created.

“The small-particle dust problem needs attention from all sectors,” Chansin said. “Everyone can be part of the solution, from the root of the problem if they stop burning in open areas to using high-quality fuel and ensuring engines are well maintained.

“PTT is offering free 30-item car check-ups until the end of February and is at the same time planting trees as part of its ‘Plants for Change’ campaign.”

Noting that a single tree can absorb 1.5 kilogram of airborne pollutants in a year, he said PTT has thus far planted a million rai of saplings and has established the Green Education Centre, Wangchan Forest Learning Centre and Sirinart Rajini Ecosystem Learning Centre.

The event, organized by Global business and finance magazine International Finance, was recently held at the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok Hotel.

The Best CEO in Energy Sector award is the top award given to the CEO of an energy business organisation who displays outstanding leadership skills  for international success.

From February 14: The Bangkok – Udon Thani service will be increased to two round-trips daily from 10 flights a week. There will also be daily flights on the Udon Thani – Chiang route, rising from 3 flights a week.

Vietjet Thailand commenced the first and only direct route connecting Chiang Rai and Udon Thani in November last year. Flights are scheduled for Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.

In response to high demand, the airline will increase the frequency to a daily service. This 65-minute flight helps shorten significantly the travel time between the two cities in north and north-eastern, from over 14 hours by land transport.