Thai PM Courts Chinese Investment for Key Sectors to Boost Competitiveness
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited Sichuan Province, China, meeting with local investors to attract investment in semiconductors and electronics. CP Group's Supachai Chearavanont emphasized the importance of regaining Thailand's investment appeal, which currently lags behind Vietnam.
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