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The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigated a Facebook page named 'Pet shop สินค้าสัตว์เลี้ยง' that advertised the sale of flea-and-tick drops for pets. The advertisement claimed to be an authorized distributor, offering safe and affordable purchases. However,…
Thai FDA - News (ข่าวสาร อย.) ·
The herbal tea market in Japan has a long history, starting with green tea and hojicha. In the late Edo period, chamomile was introduced by the Dutch, and in 1969, the German company Pompadour began importing herbal teas. The market has evolved through three distinct phases: the…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
At the 60th Annual Academic Conference (RCOST 2026) held at the PEACH Convention Center in Pattaya, Chonburi Province, MTEC, a research center under NSTDA, displayed five orthopedic innovations developed with five private Thai partner companies. The exhibition, themed 'Essential…
MTEC - Materials research ·
Port Polska has transitioned from preparation to active construction across key areas including airports, high-speed rail, and logistics infrastructure, aiming to enhance regional trade and investment. The project has already spent approximately EUR 1.72 billion, with…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
On October 26, 2026, Professor Dr. Yochanan Wongswat, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (HESI), chaired the 4th meeting of the National Council on Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy. The council…
NXPO - Science and innovation policy ·
The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and the Materials and Metallurgy Technology Center (MTEC) received the NRCT Award for Social, Community, and Elderly projects at the NRCT Forum 2026. The award recognized their wearable technology designed to predict…
MTEC - Materials research ·
Prof. Dr. Yochanan Wongswat, Minister of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHEST), chaired the 8th meeting of the Steering Committee of the National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy Office (NSTIP) on October 26, 2026. The committee…
NXPO - Science and innovation policy ·
The Chinese Ministry of Health and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) have officially implemented a set of national food safety standards and 50 revised specifications. These measures establish new benchmarks for supply chain control, covering contaminant…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
The Deputy Director General of the Department of Occupational Safety, Health and Welfare (DOSHW), Mr. Pongthep Phetsoem, was authorized by DOSHW Director General Ms. Kanjana Puengkaew to announce via telephone interview that the collection of the Employee Welfare Fund has been…
Department of Labour Protection and Welfare - PR ·
The Thai Trade Office in Guangzhou conducted the 'Think Rice Think Thailand' campaign during the Guangzhou Gourmet Week (GGW) 2026 from October 10 to 19, 2026. The event featured nine Thai businesses representing ten brands, including Thai SELECT restaurants and products.…
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Poland's consumer price index (CPI) rose to 4.0% year-on-year in September, matching expectations with fuel prices as the primary driver. Other food and energy prices also showed upward signs, increasing the risk of a widespread energy shock impact on the economy. Inflation is…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
According to YouNet ECI, Vietnam's e-commerce sales grew by 22% in the first nine months of 2026, reaching approximately $15.9 billion. Growth accelerated to 27% in the third quarter as consumer confidence improved. Shopee maintained a 53% market share while TikTok Shop held…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
On October 18, 2026, Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) officially signed the Vietnam–EFTA Free Trade Agreement (VEFTA) in Hanoi. The agreement covers trade in goods, services, investment, intellectual property, public procurement, competition policy, SMEs,…
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The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) invites industry stakeholders to attend the 13th International Conference on Materials Science and Technology (MSAT-13). Scheduled for November 12–13,…
MTEC - Materials research ·
On October 26, 2026, Deputy Minister of Energy Somphop Patanoriyagool opened an academic conference titled 'Strengthening Thailand's SMR Pathway: Strategy and Project Implementation,' a technical cooperation project between the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the…
EGAT ·
Japanese government agencies and the food industry are advancing sustainability through policies promoting meaningful consumption to cut food waste by half by 2030. Key measures include relaxing the 'One-Third Rule' for shelf-life delivery, extending 'Best Before Date' validity,…
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The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) concluded the 'ThaiFDA International Health, Wellness and Longevity Innovation Forum 2026' (ThaiFDA WELLNEXT 2026), held from October 23 to 25, 2026, at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon. The event, themed 'From Thai Innovation to…
Thai FDA - News (ข่าวสาร อย.) ·
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) welcomed Belavia Belarusian Airlines' inaugural non-stop scheduled service from Minsk to Suvarnabhumi Airport on October 26, 2026. The weekly flight departs every Sunday using an Airbus A330-200 with 281 seats. Starting October 29, the…
TAT Newsroom ·
The 33rd Mae Moh Half Marathon was held on October 25, 2026, at EPPO Mae Moh in Lampang Province. Organized by the provincial government and EPPO, the event attracted 4,447 participants from Thailand and abroad. The course is certified by World Athletics as a Road Race Label…
EGAT ·
The Bolivian government has enacted a five-year exemption from customs duties and Value Added Tax (IVA) for specific goods used in production, effective until July 2074. The measure, established under Law No. 1757 dated July 30, 2026, and Decree No. 5709, covers 121 items across…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·