The Thai economy over the past two months has continued to grow on the back of higher consumer confidence and industrial output, as well as the government's secondary welfare programs. 

The Ministry of Commerce has met with the economic leaders of eight central provinces to discuss promoting Samut Sakhon Province as a global kitchen. 

Nakhon Sri Thammarat is considering the planned construction of city gates to impress visitors to the southern province. 

People continue to make their way to the Winter Festival which features more than 200,000 flowers and exhibitions on important events that took place in the reign of King Rama V. 

The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) has held a media event to announce its “Smart Online SMEs Plus (S.O.S)” project with Director-General Chantira Yimrewat Wiwatrat chairing the announcement. 

The Thai Ministry of Public Health is set to implement a three-pronged policy to promote correct drug use, as well as transparent drug procurement by hospitals. 

The Ministry of Commerce is keeping a close watch on the Chinese cassava market as corn prices continue to surge. 

The Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports (MOTS) is promoting tourism during the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday and expects some 48 billion baht in tourism-related revenue. 

The Ministry of Commerce is slated to present the 61st Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair later this month. 

The Thai Ministry of Industry believes the Eastern Economic Corridor Act which has been approved by the National Legislative Assembly will bolster investor confidence.