Thailand: Policing telecommunications | Oxford Business Group

Thailand: Policing telecommunications | Oxford Business Group:



"On September 5 the senate voted to choose the 11 commissioners from among 44 shortlisted candidates who would make up the board of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), replacing the interim National Telecommunications Commission.

The NBTC has been a long time in the making, having initially been mandated under the 1997 constitution. The process of putting the body in place has been repeatedly delayed due to changes in the political climate and at times heated debate over how it should be set up, and exactly what its roles and responsibilities should b"

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PROMENADA Chiangmai Thailand

PROMENADA Chiangmai Thailand:

 "As well as Mr Dion Heijmans and Mr Tjeert Kwant, the shareholders of ECC Group, the Dutch developer behind the project, other VIPs present included Dr. Wachara Tantranont of V Group Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Governor Mom Luang Panutda Ditssakul and the Dutch Ambassador to Thailand, Tjaco van den Hout."

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Bangkok Post : A 'green' mall for Chiang Mai

Bangkok Post : A 'green' mall for Chiang Mai:

 "Korakoth Kunalungkarn, executive vice-president of the architecture firm Interior Architecture 103 Co, noted visitors go to community malls for shopping, playing, eating, entertaining, medical care, beauty, banking or family leisure. Many prefer community malls to shopping malls because they can avoid the crowds and noise.

Ms Korakoth is responsible for the interior design of the new Promenada Resort community mall in Chiang Mai. She divided it into two buildings to serve different target groups.

One will serve families with a supermarket, home decoration, sporting goods, fashion, education, health & beauty, banks and fine dining while the other will serve teenagers with entertainment, cinema, sports, karaoke, skating and fast food.

"The concept is green and fresh," she said.


Korakoth: Relaxing outdoor surroundings

The Promenada will be two low-rise buildings bridged together with only three floors each, to keep things cosy."

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ECC’S Promenada Resort Mall Chiang Mai Build Progresses Towards a Classy Finish - Yahoo! News

ECC’S Promenada Resort Mall Chiang Mai Build Progresses Towards a Classy Finish - Yahoo! News: "The high-quality specification of this exciting new concept in shopping mall design meant that ECC had been searching for an equally-capable partner for this build; a difficult task as there are no contractors with the direct experience in building ECC’s unique resort mall concept. The skin-deep beauty, the heart and the soul of a truly great mall are the result of materials used, care in the construction and specialist finishing; this has been a very important focus area for ECC. DCM fits the bill perfectly, on the strength of their reputation for excellence and their experience in delivering superbly distinctive projects in the resort mall style, with an exceptional quality of finish."

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PROMENADA - A True Shopping Delight -August 2011

PROMENADA - A True Shopping Delight -August 2011

Thai News : Your site for all news on Thailand

Thai News : Your site for all news on Thailand:

I will be trying to find out if the new building going ahead in the Chiang Mai Business Park is a branch of this operation [ED]

"Wanchai Rattanawong, director of logistics center, University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, said that the ministry’s Department of Export Promotion assigned the center to study about impacts caused by establishment of this big products distribution center of Thailand and China or China City Complex in Thailand.

In the Initial study, the center applies Input-Output Model of the Office of the National Economics and Social Development Board and found out that if such project is established in Thailand"

Thailand’s auto industry to reach top 10 by 2015 - Business, Top Stories - Thailand Business News

Thailand’s auto industry to reach top 10 by 2015 - Business, Top Stories - Thailand Business News:

"Industry experts predict the country will enter the global top 10 on output of 2.3 million units in three or four years. Looking further, on the strength of its good fundamentals and untiring optimism, the Thai automotive industry is projected to keep advancing and turn out 2.5 million units by 2020"

Govt asked to hold 'Chiang Mai MICE year'

Govt asked to hold 'Chiang Mai MICE year':

"The private sector in the North has called on the government to launch a 'Chiang Mai MICE Year 2012-2013' in a bid to boost the holding of meetings and events in the province, where the Chiang Mai Convention Centre is scheduled to start operations in July next year."

Experience the ‘World’s Best Service’ at Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai - Awards - etravelblackboardasia.com

Experience the ‘World’s Best Service’ at Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai - Awards - etravelblackboardasia.com: "Readers of prestigious publication, Travel Leisure, US June 2011 edition have awarded Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai the No. 1 position worldwide for service in the annual World’s Best Awards survey. The hotel gained top honours for best service in both the Overall and Asia categories."

You Meet Nice Sportbikes in the 250cc Neighborhood - NYTimes.com

You Meet Nice Sportbikes in the 250cc Neighborhood - NYTimes.com:

 "NOBODY should be surprised to learn that Honda has the know-how to build a smooth, light, easy-to-manage motorcycle that is ideal for novice riders.

Or that the company can make a practical commuter bike that combines hybrid-beating fuel economy with a comfortable riding position and a flexible, well-mannered engine. Or that it has the ability to create a sportbike that can make even jaded ex-racers consider becoming racers again.

What does raise eyebrows, though, is that Honda can do all this with a single motorcycle — and do it at the entry-level price of"

Interview with Dr Atchaka Sibunruang, Secretary General of the Board of Investment (BOI) | Business Report Thailand

Interview with Dr Atchaka Sibunruang, Secretary General of the Board of Investment (BOI) | Business Report Thailand:

 "Adjacent to the gleaming PTT tower, one of the great state industries flying the flag for Thailand around the globe, the front of the Board of Investment (BOI) building is under renovation. It is rather apt. Once synonymous with drawing investors to Thailand, the BOI is undergoing a change in policy and direction. No longer fixed on inbound Foreign Direct Investment (IFDI), it is assuming a new role, encouraging Thai companies to invest abroad – not that it has done badly in its original mission. The BOI attracted THB447.4bn (USD14.7bn) worth of investment through 1,591 projects in 2010 alone"

Foreign applications for investment up 53% in first quarter

Foreign applications for investment up 53% in first quarter:

"Mrs Atchaka said that foreign direct investment continued an increase as well with the number of projects surging by 37 per cent to 336 and investment value by 103 per cent to Bt108 billion."

China City complex Bangkok - will a Chiang Mai version follow?

Bangkokpost.com:

"Mr Chanin, 32, believes the 6,000 local small and medium-sized footwear manufacturers that comprise 90% of the local footwear market will be the main industry drivers.
As well, the 45-billion-baht China City Complex planned for Bang Na district to serve the wholesale trade will push Thai makers to focus more on high-end, premium products and turn away from the mass market, he said.
Mr Chanin, who is also the president of the Thai Business District Federation, believes that rather than posing a threat, the China City Complex will serve to highlight the differences between Thai and Chinese products.
'The premium segment is where we will be able to compete, and it's the only path for industry survival. We will not, for instance, see genuine leather shoes from China that are cheap,' he said.
Mr Chanin said by maintaining relationships with other Asean countries including through projects and fairs, Thailand will be able to portray itself as a country of high-quality labour and goods, thereby building up brand awareness and loyalty."

Asia Pacific Surpasses the U.S. to Become Second Largest Regional Travel Market

Asia Pacific Surpasses the U.S. to Become Second Largest Regional Travel Market:

"The Asia Pacific (APAC) travel market surged 17% in 2010, surpassing the U.S. to become the second largest regional travel market worldwide, according to a new report by travel industry research authority PhoCusWright. Fueled by a recovering economic climate and strong growth in key emerging markets, APAC grew faster than all other regions to reach US$255.8 billion in 2010."

PROMENADA - A True Shopping Delight -Mai 2011

PROMENADA - A True Shopping Delight -Mai 2011:

What we can expect from the new Promenda Chiang Mai when it is completed - I can't wait! [ED]

China's passion for luxury goods fuels their rapidly escalating cost of operation and diminished competitiveness vs. Chiang Mai

China major target for luxury brands:

"Chinese consumers are now eyeing high-end luxury goods with ever more money in their once flat pockets.


China’s rapid evolution from a basic emerging market to a sophisticated economic powerhouse is ready to see the country become the world’s largest luxury goods market over the next decade.


CLSA Asia-Pacific Markets, majority owned by France’s Credit Agricole SA, expects China to account for as much as 44 percent of global luxury sales by 2020, up from the current 15 percent."

IBM selected Chiangmai to be a Smarter City

IBM selected Chiangmai to be a Smarter City - Pattaya Mail - Pattaya News, Communities, Opinions and much more...:

 "CHIANGMAI, 18 April 2011 -IBM has chosen Chiangmai province among 22 other cities around the world to become “Smarter City” with the information technology system to promote agriculture, industries and public health.
Chiangmai Governor Momluang Panadda Dissakul said after meeting with U.S. Consul General in Chiang Mai Susan Stevenson and IBM representatives that the province would be the center of all standardized services in the Northern region."

Promenada Presents!

Pleas view the new video here that gives further insight into this exciting development for Chiang Mai;
Promenada Video

Promenada breaks ground!

Promenada breaks ground!:

"Recently Promenada Resort Mall Chiang Mai commenced a stone placing ceremony on Monday February 21, 2011. Thailand’s first open-air resort style shopping experience combined with a contemporary multiple level air-conditioned mall, a 2,800-million-baht investment and located on 58-rai land. Its design is to blend in nature with vibrant city lifestyle; some can sit back and relax in close-to-nature outdoor area, while some enjoy shopping and entertainment in the stunningly beautiful design in the indoor area. Additionally to Mr. Tjeert Kwant, President and CEO IP Holding & ECC Invest, Mr. Dion L.J. Heijmans, Chairman and Founder of ECC, Dr. Wachara Tantranont of V-Group Chiang Mai, Mr. M.L. Panadda Diskul, Chiang Mai Governor and Mr. Tjaco T. van den Hout, Ambassador for the Kingdom of The Netherlands in Thailand, were present"

Cinema City romania invests EUR 5 million in Braila multiplex

Could thisd be something to expect for Promenada Chiang Mai? [ED]

Cinema City invests EUR 5 million in Braila multiplex - News - Business Review:

 "Cinema City is inaugurating its first multiplex in Braila, which represents its tenth national investment, since 2007. The 5 million investment, located in Promenada Mall, consists in a 10-cinema multiplex, with a capacity of 1724 seats"