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Phetchaburi Province, "Phoomtham" sat in a circle talking with Phetchaburi young entrepreneurs after the Cabinet tour, listening to the problems of SMEs using the power of influence. Help sell products Ready to promote building a network to support small people Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Revealed after leading the executive team of the Ministry of Commerce Listen to problems and talk with SME entrepreneurs in the Young Entrepreneur Chamber of Commerce (YEC) group, the Young Smart Farmer (YSF) group, and the Moc Biz Club (MBC) group in Phetchaburi Province. Entrepreneurs want the government to help small people support marketing channels and teach them how to sell products. Including access to capital and debt. Because after COVID, SMEs face many problems. Along with visiting booths of local products such as Phetchaburi Thai desserts. Cowlan shirts and pants, cocoa, fresh sugar, processed fruits and essential oils. At Sukantha Shop, Ban Mo Subdistrict, Mueang Dis trict, Phetchaburi Province, after the traveling cabinet meeting in Phetchaburi Province. However, every time I come to another province. I want to meet young people who are the future of each province. Modern trade has many channels. SME entrepreneurs must keep up with the changes. He has ordered the Ministry of Commerce Provincial commerce changes to keep up with the times. Give importance to small people If all the gears work together to drive together, it will create income. Create GDP for the country which the Ministry of Commerce is ready to support I want you to create a network. Expanding opportunities to small people Create a better provincial economy 'From listening to them, they reinforced their opinion that Thai people have changed a lot. I saw the way of thinking of young people who keep up with the changing world. The Prime Minister clearly ordered that Let the private sector be the vanguard The state is the rear force. The Ministry of Commerce is ready to support If there is a problem with th e regulations, if it is within their power, they will fix it. In addition, he uses a new form of marketing for influencers to promote trade. And in each province, find provincial influencers. There are influencers who speak the local language (Ball Thanakrit Yoosuk) and soon actors from the series Yuri Freen-Becky will be coming to pick up products from Phetchaburi province. Also included in the Pin Phak series. It will help promote local Thai soft power products to the international level,' Mr. Phumtham said. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Krung Thai Bank invades the foreign money transfer market. In the Middle East, the currency "United Arab Emirates Dirham" - "Qatar Riyal" after piloting money transfer services. Saudi currency Mr. Rawin Bunyanusas, Executive of the Capital Market Money Market Business Department Krung Thai Bank revealed that in order to enhance international transactions. After a good response who used international money transfer services using Saudi Arabian riyals in the past year Therefore, we are opening the service for transferring money abroad into two additional local currencies, consisting of: 1.United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) to support the free trade agreement between Thailand and the United Arab Emirates. Started last year For Thai products in expanding trade opportunities to the UAE market, it is Thailand's number 6 trading partner with a trade value of 680 billion baht last year. It is considered a group with high purchasing power and must rely on imports of goods from abroad. In addition, the Unite d States The Arab Emirates also has an open investment policy. It is an investment target for foreign investors. 2.Qatari Riyal (QAR) to support trade transactions with Qatar. Last year the value was more than 130 billion baht, especially natural gas and automobiles, including Qatari tourists who like to come to Thailand for medical treatment. In addition, it also supports Thai workers who travel to work in Qatar. and want to send income back to Thailand that tends to grow continuously This international money transfer service is available in the 3 local currencies mentioned above. Helps reduce currency risk Increase convenience, safety, and reach the recipient quickly. with appropriate fee rates Supports both corporate and individual customers. Those interested can learn more at https://krungthai.com/link/middle-east-transfer-pr or Krungthai Contact Center Tel. 02-111-1111. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Stock Exchange Closed this morning at 1,376.41 points, an increase of 3.91 points (+0.28%), trading value approximately 23,164 million baht. In morning trading, the index rose and moved in positive territory. The highest level was 1,380.45 points and the lowest level was 1,372.77 points. Source: Thai News Agency

Mr. Supachai Ekaun, Governor of the Provincial Electricity Authority. Presided over the launch ceremony of the greenhouse gas management platform "CARBONFORM" and gave a special lecture on the topic "PEA and the journey towards the PEA Carbon Neutrality plan and the direction of PEA and Net Zero in the future" with honored guests. External agencies, executives, and PEA employees attended the event at Building 4, 1st floor, Head Office, Provincial Electricity Authority. and broadcast live through the WebEx system Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has a mission to provide electricity distribution services. To drive the country's economic development Along with taking care of social and environmental responsibilities Focus on developing electric power towards sustainability Recognizing the importance of 'Net Zero' and determined to drive the organization towards its goal in 2037 of being a carbon neutral organization, PEA has developed the CARBONFORM platform to assess the organization's greenhouse gas em issions. and is a tool for driving the Carbon Neutrality goal and inviting electricity users who are legal entities in PEA's 74 provinces of responsibility (except Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan) who are interested or need to evaluate greenhouse gas emissions to use the CARBONFORM platform. Assess and manage organizational greenhouse gases designed to help various organizations Efficiently manage greenhouse gas emissions It is an easy to use and comprehensive tool. The source of greenhouse gas emissions can be identified in detail. From energy use, transportation to the supply chain. Track the progress of your greenhouse gas emissions in real time. Analyze the sources of greenhouse gas emissions. Plan strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. and reports that can be customized according to your organization's needs. Help organizations effectively achieve their sustainability goals. The CARBONFORM platform is PEA's innovation, suitable for organizations of all sizes. Easy to use, customizable. Y ou can try out the CARBONFORM platform for free (terms and conditions as specified by the Provincial Electricity Authority) at https://bufferbox.pea.co.th/. Important usage features are as follows: REAL-TIME display system with Dashboard Infographic Scope 2 data (purchased indirect greenhouse gas emissions) is automatic, fast and reliable. (Only for customers whose meter is in PEA's area of ??responsibility) The scope of staff collaboration can be created according to the organization's structure. Convenient use and calculate correctly and precisely Automatically issue reports according to TGO Green Office standards. It's easy to get started with templates to choose from as appropriate according to the scope of your organization. Calculate carbon footprint According to ISO 14064-1 CFO and TGO standards. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, TCG opens a franchise booth. Create business owner opportunities Bringing a guarantee project to help SMEs access capital at Money Expo 2024 Bangkok TCG brings loan guarantee projects to the MONEY EXPO 2024 BANGKOK event, complete with 4 opportunities: 'Add capital - start up - add knowledge - give to society' to meet the needs of SMEs and customers. Open a booth to give advice to SMEs with the promotion 'B. The Department of Labor Protection and Welfare provides it for free! Guarantee processing fee When registering and applying for credit insurance at the event for the first time! Bring TCG customers to a booth in the Franchise SMEs zone, creating opportunities for those who want to start a business. Don't miss it! TCG holds a big event for 4 days from 16-19 May 2024, Challenger 2-3 IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. Mr. Sittikorn Direksuntorn, Director and General Manager The Small Industry Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG) revealed that TCG is participating in the MONEY EXPO 2024 BANGKOK under the con cept of "SMEs for All, business opportunities belong to everyone", aiming to answer the needs of SME entrepreneurs with access to financial resources. Get more capital By opening a booth to give advice to SME entrepreneurs, mobilizing experts from the SME Financial Advisory Center (TCG FA Center) is ready to give advice, advice and financial assistance. and business operations by organizing a special promotion "TCG provides" to SMEs entrepreneurs for free! Guarantee processing fee When registering at the TCG booth at the event and the bank submits a guarantee request to TCG by 31 August 2024, helping SMEs to start becoming business owners more easily. In addition, TCG has opened a booth in the Franchise SMEs zone by bringing entrepreneurs. Two franchise business owners who are TCG customers providing guarantees, namely the producer and distributor of fried pork and fried chicken under the brand "Legendary Fried Pork" and processed seasoning sauce under the brand "Mee Prung", attended the event to introduce t heir businesses. and provide knowledge to those interested in investing By organizing a great value promotion just for this event! When purchasing 3 bags of "Mee Prung" sauce, the full price of 547 baht is reduced to only 499 baht. As for "Legendary Fried Pork", just reserve a franchise at this event and receive a discount of 10,000 baht with 2 packages at a special price. 1. Set ready for sale, value 44,900 baht 2. Complete set, value 64,900 baht (recommend location) special! For those who come to visit And join the activity at the TCG booth by adding friends to LINE OA @tcgfirst and receive a souvenir immediately. or discounts on purchasing products From Mee Prung Restaurant and the legendary fried pork shop Throughout the event, TCG is ready to reinforce the concept of "SMEs for All, business opportunities belong to everyone" by opening 4 opportunities that everyone cannot miss! namely 1. Opportunity to replenish capital by presenting the loan guarantee project for individual financial institutions or th e Bilateral 7 (BI 7) to help SMEs of all groups gain easier access to credit. and the loan guarantee project 'TCG - Government Savings Bank Re-Nano' helps debtors in the Nano Finance loan group (Nano Finance), self-employed groups, merchants, sellers, free of charge for the first 2 years and guaranteed up to 200,000 baht per customer. 2. Opportunity to start with a franchise from entrepreneurs of TCG customers, joining in opening a booth in the Franchise SMEs zone by bringing 2 customers that TCG provides guarantees. Brand owner 'Legendary fried pork' and the brand 'Mee Prung' come to give advice to the general public who wants to own a business in the form of a franchise. 3. Opportunity to add knowledge Bringing experts from the SMEs Financial Advisory Center (TCG FA Center) to provide knowledge on the topic of access to funding sources for SMEs on May 17, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. and franchise owners. s 'Legendary fried pork' and 'cooked mee' that will provide knowledge to those who want to invest or own a franchise business. On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 4. Opportunity for society Promote the abilities of special groups Be a part of giving to society. Join in promoting the quality of life of autistic children. With art therapy, further your career by donating money by scanning a QR Code to the Thai Autistic Foundation. Receive souvenirs from the special collection of "TCG x Art Story" designs only at the TCG booth at the event. Don't miss it! Visit TCG's booth and receive advice on loan guarantees. and access to funding sources at Booth L7 in the Money Market Zone and Booths S14 and S16 in the Franchise SMEs Zone from 16-19 May 2024 at Challenger 2-3 IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, PTT reveals 1Q24 operating results, moving forward as planned. Aiming at developing society and the quality of life of Thai people for sustainable growth. Dr. Kongkrapan Intarajang, Chief Executive Officer and President of PTT Public Company Limited, revealed that for the first quarter of 2024, PTT and its subsidiaries had a net profit of 28,968 million baht, an increase of 1,113 million baht. or 4.0 percent from the net profit of 27,855 million baht in the first quarter of 2023, with the majority of the net profit coming from the operations of PTT subsidiaries both domestically and abroad, consisting of 44% of the petroleum exploration and production business. new and infrastructure and other subsidiaries 39%, the oil and retail business group 10%, and the petrochemical and refining business 5%, and came from the operating results of PTT, accounting for 2%, which decreased from the first quarter of 2023. In the first quarter In 2024, PTT has invested approximately 6,000 million baht in response to government policy to drive the Thai economy, mainly from investments in energy infrastructure businesses such as natural gas pipelines. and a natural gas separation plant. In addition, in the first quarter of 2024, PTT sent money to the government in the form of income tax for the PTT Group in the amount of 10,600 million baht. PTT is committed to its mission to create energy security. Raise the country's competitiveness towards world-class growth. Ready to join in developing society and the quality of life of Thai people to grow sustainably together. In the first quarter of the past, Plant and Bean (Thailand) Company, a producer and distributor of plant-based protein food (Plant-Based food) ) under Nutra Regenerative Protein Co. Ltd: NRPT, a joint venture between Innobic (Asia) Co., Ltd. (Innobic) (a subsidiary TAT holds 100% of the shares) and Nove Foods Company Limited (a subsidiary of NR Instant Produce Public Company Limited: NRF) have passed the international food safety standard assessment 'BRC. Globa l Food Safety Standard (Issue 9): BRC' at the Grade A level and received BRCGS Plant-Based certification for the production and distribution of plant-based food products, being the first company in the ASEAN region. Expand new business that goes beyond energy Raise the competitiveness of the country's new industries. In addition, to achieve the goal of carbon neutrality (Carbon Neutrality) in 2040 and net zero greenhouse gas emissions (Net Zero Emissions) by 2050, PTT. More than 86,000 rai of forest has been planted since 2023, and most recently, 'Landscaping Project @ Prem Prachakorn Canal' joins in creating more than 10 rai of green space to become a royal garden in honor of His Majesty the King. On the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King Celebrating His Majesty the King's 6th Birthday Anniversary 'For 45 years, PTT has been committed to maintaining stability and energy security for the country. Driving the Thai economy to grow Along with taking care of society, community and the environment. To im prove the quality of life of Thai people, be a power that is passed on Toward a sustainable tomorrow of every Thai person,' said Dr. Kongkrapan Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, The OIC is concerned about people and farmers. Recommend purchasing insurance to reduce risk from natural disasters. Summer storms occurred in many areas. Emphasize private buildings Must have insurance according to law, punishable by severe imprisonment. After Upper Thailand The northeastern, eastern, central and lower northern regions Summer storms occurred in many areas, characterized by thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail in some places. Damage to buildings, houses, residences, and agricultural products were damaged in many areas. The OIC advises citizens and farmers to give importance to insurance as a tool to protect against damage that will occur from natural disasters. There are both voluntary and compulsory sectors according to law. As for buildings, they are subject to building control laws. Force building owners building occupant or operator For buildings of the type or type as specified in the ministerial regulations. Legal liability insurance for the life, body, and property of thir d parties must be provided in accordance with the criteria, methods, conditions, and insured amounts as specified by the Minister of Interior in the Ministerial Regulations with the advice of the Building Control Committee. for private buildings Must comply with the said ministerial regulations, consisting of tall buildings, large buildings. extra large building People's Assembly Building Hotels according to hotel law Service establishments according to the law on service establishments Including signs or things built for attaching or setting up signs that are 15 meters or more from the ground or have an area of ??50 square meters or more. or a sign attached or set up on the roof or rooftop of a building or any part of a building with an area of ??25 square meters or more. Legal liability insurance for the life, body, and property of third parties must be provided. If you do not comply, there will be a penalty of imprisonment not exceeding 3 months or a fine not exceeding 60,000 baht, or both. Therefore, th e OIC Office emphasizes building owners or operators to be aware of the importance of having insurance for such assets. Because if you don't get compulsory insurance In addition to being damaged when a fire occurs You may also be punished with imprisonment and fines in respect of insurance policies that provide coverage or are related to fires, such as fire insurance. It provides protection for the building, furniture, office equipment, inventory, machinery, and decorations installed on the building. It provides protection against fire, lightning, and gas explosions used for lighting or for residential purposes. Fire insurance for residences will provide protection A building or building used as a residence. (not including the foundation) property inside the house Things attached to the building or tools and household appliances By providing protection against fire, lightning, explosions, and dangers from vehicles. Aircraft threats Water hazards caused by leaks inside buildings (not including flooding) inclu ding 4 natural disasters: flood disaster, windstorm disaster, hail disaster, and earthquake disaster Meanwhile, Property Risk Insurance (IAR) provides broader coverage than fire, such as fire, lightning, explosion, vehicle peril, flood, earthquake, windstorm, hail, theft, and accidents from causes not specified in the exemptions. etc. For farmers who grow agricultural crops Insurance can be arranged for first-year rice, animal feed corn, durian, longan, etc., to bring the insurance system into managing risks arising from natural disasters as well. If you have questions about insurance, you can ask for additional information at the OIC hotline 1186 or Website www.oic.or.th. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, TCG opens a franchise booth. Create business owner opportunities Bringing a guarantee project to help SMEs access capital at Money Expo 2024 Bangkok TCG brings loan guarantee projects to the MONEY EXPO 2024 BANGKOK event, complete with 4 opportunities: 'Add capital - start up - add knowledge - give to society' to meet the needs of SMEs and customers. Open a booth to give advice to SMEs with the promotion 'B. The Department of Labor Protection and Welfare provides it for free! Guarantee processing fee When registering and applying for credit insurance at the event for the first time! Bring TCG customers to a booth in the Franchise SMEs zone, creating opportunities for those who want to start a business. Don't miss it! TCG holds a big event for 4 days from 16-19 May 2024, Challenger 2-3 IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. Mr. Sittikorn Direksuntorn, Director and General Manager The Small Industry Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG) revealed that TCG is participating in the MONEY EXPO 2024 BANGKOK under the con cept of "SMEs for All, business opportunities belong to everyone", aiming to answer the needs of SME entrepreneurs with access to financial resources. Get more capital By opening a booth to give advice to SME entrepreneurs, mobilizing experts from the SME Financial Advisory Center (TCG FA Center) is ready to give advice, advice and financial assistance. and business operations by organizing a special promotion "TCG provides" to SMEs entrepreneurs for free! Guarantee processing fee When registering at the TCG booth at the event and the bank submits a guarantee request to TCG by 31 August 2024, helping SMEs to start becoming business owners more easily. In addition, TCG has opened a booth in the Franchise SMEs zone by bringing entrepreneurs. Two franchise business owners who are TCG customers providing guarantees, namely the producer and distributor of fried pork and fried chicken under the brand "Legendary Fried Pork" and processed seasoning sauce under the brand "Mee Prung", attended the event to introduce t heir businesses. and provide knowledge to those interested in investing By organizing a great value promotion just for this event! When purchasing 3 bags of "Mee Prung" sauce, the full price of 547 baht is reduced to only 499 baht. As for "Legendary Fried Pork", just reserve a franchise at this event and receive a discount of 10,000 baht with 2 packages at a special price. 1. Set ready for sale, value 44,900 baht 2. Complete set, value 64,900 baht (recommend location) special! For those who come to visit And join the activity at the TCG booth by adding friends to LINE OA @tcgfirst and receive a souvenir immediately. or discounts on purchasing products From Mee Prung Restaurant and the legendary fried pork shop Throughout the event, TCG is ready to reinforce the concept of "SMEs for All, business opportunities belong to everyone" by opening 4 opportunities that everyone cannot miss! namely 1. Opportunity to replenish capital by presenting the loan guarantee project for individual financial institutions or th e Bilateral 7 (BI 7) to help SMEs of all groups gain easier access to credit. and the loan guarantee project 'TCG - Government Savings Bank Re-Nano' helps debtors in the Nano Finance loan group (Nano Finance), self-employed groups, merchants, sellers, free of charge for the first 2 years and guaranteed up to 200,000 baht per customer. 2. Opportunity to start with a franchise from entrepreneurs of TCG customers, joining in opening a booth in the Franchise SMEs zone by bringing 2 customers that TCG provides guarantees. Brand owner 'Legendary fried pork' and the brand 'Mee Prung' come to give advice to the general public who wants to own a business in the form of a franchise. 3. Opportunity to add knowledge Bringing experts from the SMEs Financial Advisory Center (TCG FA Center) to provide knowledge on the topic of access to funding sources for SMEs on May 17, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. and franchise owners. s 'Legendary fried pork' and 'cooked mee' that will provide knowledge to those who want to invest or own a franchise business. On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 4. Opportunity for society Promote the abilities of special groups Be a part of giving to society. Join in promoting the quality of life of autistic children. With art therapy, further your career by donating money by scanning a QR Code to the Thai Autistic Foundation. Receive souvenirs from the special collection of "TCG x Art Story" designs only at the TCG booth at the event. Don't miss it! Visit TCG's booth and receive advice on loan guarantees. and access to funding sources at Booth L7 in the Money Market Zone and Booths S14 and S16 in the Franchise SMEs Zone from 16-19 May 2024 at Challenger 2-3 IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. Source: Thai News Agency