Thailand will lift its afternoon alcohol sales ban, allowing shops to sell drinks from 11 AM to midnight.
The change will be tested over six months before final approval. This photo is used for representational purposed only.
Thailand is preparing to lift its afternoon alcohol sales ban to boost tourism and economic activity.
Deputy Prime Minister Sophon Sarum announced the change on 13 November after chairing a meeting of the National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee. The government will remove the 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM sales restriction, allowing continuous alcohol sales from 11:00 AM to midnight.
Currently, alcohol sales are permitted only during two windows: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM to midnight. The afternoon ban was originally introduced to discourage civil servants from drinking during work hours, a rationale Sophon called outdated and misaligned with modern social behavior.
The policy shift is intended to stimulate spending during major festivals, including the upcoming New Year period and Songkran 2026, according to Sophon.
Late-Night Extension Debated
Health Minister Pattana Promphat, who attended the meeting, confirmed the new rules will undergo a six-month trial period.
“Economic benefits, health concerns, and other considerations will be assessed,” he said, adding that the board will reconvene to evaluate results before deciding whether to continue the measure.
The updated policies are expected to be finalized after public consultations, with an official announcement planned for early December 2025
Publicis Groupe, L’Oréal SAPMENA Zone, and Grab took home the top honours, winning Agency of the Year, Advertiser of the Year, and the Grand Prix, respectively.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 November 2025 – Meta today announced the winners of the 2025 Southeast Asia Reels Impact Awards (RIA), celebrating the region’s most innovative brands and creators who are pushing the boundaries of short-form video. This year’s awards highlight the rising influence of Reels across Southeast Asia’s digital landscape, as video content continues to shape the way people, businesses, and creators engage and connect.
The Grab team, together with partners VaynerMedia Asia Pacific and M&C Saatchi Performance, celebrate winning the Grand Prix at the 2025 Southeast Asia Reels Impact Awards
Meta’s Vice President for Southeast Asia, Sandhya Devanathan, commended the winners for their ability to break through the digital noise and connect authentically with audiences. “This year’s winners have harnessed the power of Reels to set new benchmarks for what’s possible in Southeast Asia’s digital landscape,” she said. Their work not only delivers measurable business growth but also inspires others to experiment and innovate in the fast-evolving world of short-form video.
Reels has rapidly become the heartbeat of online culture in Southeast Asia. According to Meta, video now accounts for more than 60% of time spent on both Facebook and Instagram, with Reels alone making up around half of all time spent on Instagram. The global impact is equally impressive: Reels are shared 4.5 billion times every day – more than double last year’s volume. These figures highlight the explosive growth and engagement that short-form video is generating, not just among individual users but also for brands seeking new ways to reach audiences.
The surge in Reels usage is driven by a combination of creative storytelling and measurable business outcomes. Brands and creators across Southeast Asia are leveraging short-form video to boost discoverability, foster deeper engagement, and drive conversions. The Reels Impact Awards, now in its second year, recognizes campaigns and creators from Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam who are setting new standards for digital excellence and innovation.
Anni Tankhiwale, Director of Agencies for Southeast Asia, highlighted the collaborative nature of this success: “The growth of Reels is powered by an incredible ecosystem of partners, from media and creative agencies to creators and multi-channel networks (MCNs), who elevate brand storytelling through short-form video. Together, they’re helping brands reach new audiences, inspire discovery, and make time spent on Reels more meaningful for people and businesses alike.”
This spirit of partnership and creativity is at the heart of the Reels Impact Awards. The achievements of this year’s winners exemplify how collaboration between brands, creators, and agencies can unlock the full potential of Reels, sparking conversations, building communities, and driving real impact. By honoring these trailblazers, the awards inspire others across the region to push boundaries and explore new possibilities in short-form video.
“Winning Advertiser of the Year is a reflection of our team’s relentless drive for innovation. Through our deep partnership with Meta, Reels have opened up new possibilities for us to connect with diverse audiences and tell the stories of our 37 international beauty brands in authentic, meaningful ways that drive our business. We’re excited to keep pushing boundaries and inspiring others in the digital space,” said Lex Bradshaw-Zanger, Chief Marketing & Digital Officer, L’Oréal Groupe, SAPMENA Zone.
“We’re honoured to receive the Reels Impact Award for our campaign powered by AI avatars. This recognition reflects how technology and creativity can come together to engage audiences in completely new ways. Reels gave us the perfect canvas to bring this idea to life. We’re excited to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible,” said Cheryl Goh, Chief Marketing Officer, Grab.
The Reels Impact Awards are more than a celebration – they signal a call to action for brands and creators across Southeast Asia. Meta is encouraging everyone to embrace short-form video, challenge conventions, and drive meaningful results. The company believes that the future of digital engagement lies in creative, authentic, and impactful storytelling, and Reels is at the forefront of this transformation.
Singapore-based RegTech firm breaks new ground in compliance innovation for financial institutions regulated by the MAS; Will debut at the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 November 2025 – iCOMPASS®, a Singapore-based regulatory technology (RegTech) firm, has launched ULTRA™, the world’s first AI-powered compliance operating system for financial institutions. ULTRA harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) and workflow automation to help boards, senior management, and compliance teams proactively manage risk, streamline regulatory obligations, and enhance oversight.
iCOMPASS’ ULTRA Compliance Operating System
“As financial activities grow more complex, compliance is becoming a bottleneck. It is increasingly costly, fragmented and slow to adapt, especially for smaller players,” explained Raymond Moh, CEO of iCOMPASS. “Without change, this will limit innovation and deepen inequality in market participation. With Explainable AI, we can close the gap. This is the problem we are solving with iCOMPASS’ ULTRA.”
iCOMPASS’ ULTRA will debut at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) booth stage during the 10th annual Singapore FinTech Festival 2025 (SFF), the world’s largest FinTech gathering. The presentation will feature real-world use cases shared by its flagship financial institution users, with both iCOMPASS and its partner institutions participating in the MAS PathFinder Programme.
iCOMPASS was founded by compliance veterans with decades of experience serving MAS-licensed financial institutions. Leveraging a deep understanding of Singapore’s regulatory ecosystem, the firm designs technology that bridges real-world compliance practice with AI-driven governance innovation.
Building on the success of its flagship iCOMPASS KYC platform, ULTRA represents the next step in Singapore’s RegTech evolution. It redefines how financial institutions manage, monitor and govern compliance across the enterprise leveraging on the immense potential of AI.
Reimagine Compliance Amid Rising Costs and Regulatory Complexity
iCOMPASS’ ULTRA is making its debut as compliance expenditures for Asia-Pacific financial firms surpass US$7 billion, growing at over 20 percent annually, while non-compliance penalties have surged to US$5.1 billion, up from US$6.6 million in 2019. As regulatory expectations evolve rapidly, audits grow more complex, and systems become increasingly fragmented, compliance has become a growing operational bottleneck for financial institutions.
iCOMPASS’ ULTRA addresses these challenges by integrating explainable AI, regulatory intelligence, and automation into a single, connected ecosystem. This solution empowers compliance teams to shift from manual and reactive processes to streamlined workflows and proactive governance, reducing the time and resources required to track regulatory changes and maintain ongoing compliance by up to 80%, resulting in greater efficiency and consistency.
Core Capabilities
iCOMPASS’ ULTRA is a modular, end-to-end compliance platform debuting its first modules at SFF, each powered by clause-level intelligence trained on underlying regulations and licensing frameworks, thereby delivering transparent and explainable outputs. Key features includePolicyHub™, which automates policy creation and management, RegRadar™, for real-time regulatory change tracking, AskULTRA™, an AI-driven compliance assistant, and ULTRA™ KYC, an AI-Powered Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) capability. Designed to be adaptive, iCOMPASS’ ULTRA can also scale to support compliance operations across multiple jurisdictions.
From Obligation to Advantage: Turning Compliance into an Engine for Institutional Resilience
Beyond automation, iCOMPASS’ ULTRA™ enables institutions to retain organizational knowledge as institutional memory, ensuring that insights gained from past reviews and operational compliance interactions are not lost but continually improve future compliance performance.
Through this convergence of AI innovation and human expertise, ULTRA™ turns day-to-day compliance operations into an evolving intelligence asset — one that builds trust, strengthens governance, and equips financial institutions to thrive in a more complex and interconnected world.
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iCOMPASS
iCOMPASS Pte Ltd is a Singapore-headquartered RegTech firm developing AI-driven solutions that make regulatory compliance simpler, safer and smarter. Its portfolio includes the iCOMPASS KYC Platform, featured in the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s PathFinder Programme, and ULTRA™, the world’s first AI-powered compliance operating system for financial institutions. iCOMPASS is dedicated to advancing trusted, technology-enabled governance and enabling financial institutions to operate with confidence across global financial ecosystems.
NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tribesigns, a globally renowned furniture manufacturer and retailer, is delighted to announce the launch of a new product line – lighting series to meet users’ multi-level lifestyle and functional needs.
The debut of Tribesigns’ lighting series marks the culmination of years of dedicated R&D. Guided by a user‑centric philosophy and rigorous quality standards, Tribesigns has created a comprehensive and diverse collection of lighting products that harmonize functionality with design aesthetics. As the brand’s first lighting lineup, these pieces are thoughtfully crafted to enrich everyday living while meeting both practical and emotional needs.
Tribesigns Launched Lighting Series
Tribesigns’ newly launched lighting collection features a rich and diverse assortment, including flush mount lights, chandeliers, pendants, lamps, vanity lights, sconces, ceiling fans, and outdoor wall lights. Together, these designs illuminate every corner of the home, casting a warm, gentle glow reminiscent of spring sunlight.
“Our new lighting products are suitable for all home spaces, such as the living room, bedroom, kitchen, dining room, bathroom, and study,”said Peter Wang, CEO of Tribesigns. “They perfectly combine practicality with design aesthetics, not only meeting basic lighting demands but also satisfying users’ inner emotional demands — including spatial visual reshaping, adjustment of mood and state, and the expression of personal style. Like Tribesigns’ furniture series, most of our lighting products are uniquely designed and cannot be found elsewhere in the market.”
With “Lighting Designed for Life” as the slogan for the new series, Tribesigns reaffirms its commitment to delivering high‑quality lighting that unites practicality with aesthetics — all while enhancing the overall quality of everyday living.
Tribesigns’ lighting series represent a strategic addition to its existing home and office furniture products. Its original commitment to delivering warm, comfortable home experiences for a broad user base remains steadfast, and this commitment continues to serve as a guiding principle for its ongoing endeavors.
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Tribesigns is a leading global furniture designer and manufacturer. With the slogan ‘Designed For Life’, its philosophy revolves around the diversity of personal lifestyles and the importance of embracing eco-friendly choices.
Tribesigns is widely recognized for its distinctive and elegant furniture designs. Many of its latest models are exclusive to the brand, offering unique pieces that combine individuality, craftsmanship, and timeless style.
BANDUNG, Indonesia, Nov. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Trane – by Trane Technologies plc (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, has announced the launch of the Trane Future Climate Engineers Scholarship program in Indonesia. In partnership with Politeknik Negeri Bandung (POLBAN) and local non-governmental organization Yayasan Generasi Cerdas Iklim (GCI), the program will provide comprehensive support to outstanding students in POLBAN’s Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering department. This initiative aims to nurture the next generation of HVAC professionals, empowering them to become agents of innovation and expand their career pathways through financial assistance, specialized technical training, and leadership development.
Trane Indonesia Scholarship Signing Ceremony
“Our commitment extends beyond technological innovation to include fostering the talent that will lead our industry into a sustainable future,” said Steven Lim, Country Leader of Trane Indonesia.” This scholarship is an investment in the careers of these bright young professionals, equipping them with the technical expertise and leadership skills essential for future success. By empowering them, we are contributing to the long-term resilience of Indonesia’s HVAC sector and drive progress toward sustainable development.”
The program directly addresses a critical skills gap in Indonesia. As the nation experiences rapid urbanization and increasing demand for climate adaptation solutions, the HVAC industry requires a pipeline of skilled professionals who can design and implement energy-efficient systems. To create a vital bridge between academic learning and professional practice, the program will identify a group of high-potential students from POLBAN, providing each with financial support to pursue their studies, participate in specialized training, and gain hands-on industry experience.
The curriculum, co-developed by Trane experts and GCI, includes periodical online training sessions covering advanced HVAC topics and sustainable engineering, supplemented by an intensive in-person leadership workshop. Students will benefit from direct mentorship with Trane professionals and gain access to valuable post-graduation opportunities, such as support for internships and job placements.
“We are deeply grateful for this partnership with Trane and GCI,” said Iwan Ridwan, S.T., M.T., Ph.D., Vice Director for Academic Affairs of POLBAN. “This program provides our students with a direct connection to the industry, enriching their academic journey with practical expertise and mentorship from a global leader. It is an invaluable opportunity that will inspire and equip them to become innovators and leaders in the field of sustainable HVAC and refrigeration.”
“We are honored to partner with Trane and POLBAN to tackle the talent challenges facing Indonesia’s HVAC and refrigeration industry,” said Ikrom Mustofa, S.Si., M.Sc., Founder and Advisor of GCI. “By providing structured training and investing in essential resources, we are not only alleviating the financial burdens of student, but also building a clear pathway from the classroom to a career, ensuring a steady supply of skilled talent for Indonesia’s green future.”
The partnership was formalized at a signing ceremony attended by leaders from all three organizations. This initiative is a key component of Trane Technologies’ corporate citizenship strategy, Sustainable Futures, which is part of the company’s 2030 Sustainability Commitment. Through Sustainable Futures, Trane Technologies is committed to investing $100 million and contributing 500,000 employee volunteer hours worldwide by 2030 to expand access to STEM education and pathways to green careers.
About Trane
Trane – by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator – is the building technology and energy solutions company providing individualized, right-sized, and forward-looking solutions for commercial and industrial applications. We help customers succeed by providing innovative solutions that optimize indoor environments through a broad portfolio of indoor environment and climate solutions, energy and sustainability services, and building automation systems.
About Trane Technologies
Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator. Through our strategic brands Trane® and Thermo King®, and our portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes and transportation. Visit tranetechnologies.com.
A trusted custodian of China’s precious metal heritage rapidly expands retail footprint to make unique collectables and investment-grade gold accessible to investors and collectors
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 November 2025 – San Gold Coins, the century-long leading specialists in precious metal investment and collectable coins distribution, has announced its strategic entry into the Hong Kong market with a rapid three-store expansion this year. The brand’s commitment to the global financial hub is underscored by the recent opening in Causeway Bay in October 2025, following the successful launch of its flagship store in Tsim Sha Tsui and a Central store and showroom earlier this year. This expansion positions San Gold Coins to powerfully serve the city’s sophisticated investors and collectors by significantly increasing access to its unique, culturally resonant investment products.
(Left) Panda Gold Coin, (Right) San Gold Coin Tsim Sha Tsui Store
Tracing its roots back to the Sanxing Silver House business founded in 1908, San Gold Coins is heralded as a trusted custodian of China’s gold legacy with a 117-year heritage. The brand is now poised to redefine physical asset allocation in Asia by combining its rich history with assets that serve as both financial security and cultural heritage.
A Market Leader for Precious Metal & Collectable Coins
San Gold Coins operates as the dedicated international retail arm of the Yong Yin Holdings Group CompanyLimited, the market leader specialising in providing high-value precious metals and numismatic products for clients through bank channels.
Yong Yin has firmly established itself as the preeminent force in the numismatic market, pioneering the “Six-Step Numismatic Management Model,” a comprehensive framework covering industry research, content creation, product development, cultural communication, sales, and value-added services. Its authority is further solidified by founding the Yong Yin Numismatic Museum, which houses an extensive and historically rich collection, including over 10,000 precious numismatic items that trace 3,000 years of Chinese gold coinage history. The collection’s centrepiece is the “Supreme Complete Set of China Panda Gold Coins,” which demonstrates exceptional rarity by featuring a full, continuous collection of 302 gold coins, spanning nine specifications and 44 years. This exhibit profoundly underscores Yong Yin’s professional authority and profound influence within the field of coin culture.
Operating under this strategic umbrella, the retail brand San Gold Coins is aggressively expanding its retail store network both domestically and internationally, while also providing complete closed-loop repurchase services. The global store count has exceeded 60 this month, which includes the three recently opened stores in Hong Kong. Developing retail operations is a vital step for San Gold Coins as they seek to physically showcase distinct product lines, tailored to the various needs of high-net-worth collectors and investors.
San Gold Coins Products
1. San Gold Coins provides high-value collectable coin sets, with its flagship product being the internationally acclaimed “China Panda Gold Coin“. As China’s official legal tender, issued by the People’s Bank of China and distributed by China Gold Coin Group, it stands as the world’s only major investment gold coin series that has consistently changed its reverse design every year since its inaugural issue. Through the annual design featuring China’s national treasure, the coin subtly merges aesthetic artistry with deep emotional resonance, endowing it with exceptional generational and collector value. For instance, many collectors regard the coins as special mementoes to be collected annually with their children, ultimately serving as a significant coming-of-age gift. San Gold Coins’ parent company Yong Yin is the largest authorised distributor by sales volume of China Gold Coin Group’s Panda Gold Coins and has achieved the highest global sales for seven consecutive years. It thereby guarantees San Gold Coins’ certified provenance and direct access to the official supply chain of every year’s coins.
2. San Gold Coins’ own innovative proprietary product lines, headlined by the Mulan Gold Series. With designs featuring the legendary Chinese heroine Hua Mulan, the Mulan Gold bar’s integration of Chinese philosophy and traditional craftsmanship drives its lasting value. Additionally, Mulan Gold offers optimal liquidity with guaranteed global synchronous sales and repurchase at real-time market price, further solidifying Mulan Gold’s unique value proposition.
3. Leveraging its deep expertise in investment-grade gold and silver bullion, San Gold Coins offers high-volume bullion products at competitive and transparent real-time pricing. San Gold Coins also holds official distributorship for six of the world’s leading mints, including the Australian Perth Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Royal Mint of the United Kingdom, China Great Wall Coins Investments Ltd., and South African Mint. This guarantees a comprehensive and diversified portfolio of the world’s major investment bullion.
Guaranteed Liquidity & Value-Added Service
As an authoritative expert in the numismatic and precious metals market, San Gold Coins is acutely aware of the core challenge in gold investment: the difficulty of selling. To fundamentally address this, the brand has created an “advance and retreat” investment channel for clients by perfecting its repurchase infrastructure and expanding customer value-added services. The repurchase closed-loop system is central to San Gold Coins’ retail strategy, with the goal of establishing 100 buyback centres across Mainland China.
Currently, the brand operates three stores in Hong Kong and connects with over 60 professional chain locations across China to form a vast network centred on professional repurchase, providing instant liquidity and security. These stores offer consultation, on-site testing, and instant quotes to facilitate easy asset recycling.
Enduring Legacy and Generational Trust
Established in 1908 during the Qing Dynasty, Sanxing Silver House, which gave rise to San Gold Coins, holds the singular distinction of being the only century-long Chinese brand that has remained under an unbroken line of inheritors and whose original operating site is preserved in Mainland China. The enduring legacy of the business has continued into today, with sixth-generation inheritor and successor Sophia Chen now overseeing the San Gold Coins business in Hong Kong. Drawing upon her extensive experience in top-tier investment banks in New York and Hong Kong, Sophia integrates profound financial expertise into the brand’s operations.
“The story of San Gold Coins is one for the ages, with an incredible legacy spanning six generations of my family thus far. We strongly believe in investing in Hong Kong and know that our standout precious metal and collectable coin investment products are perfectly suited to the market’s investors and collectors. With a robust closed-loop repurchase system, tangible asset control, and consolidated, layered verification processes refined over our history of excellence, San Gold Coins offers institutional-grade regulatory trust built into our services that continually sets new industry-leading standards,” remarks Sophia Chen, General Manager of San Gold Coins (Hong Kong).
Hong Kong: A New Hub for Gold Investment
San Gold Coins now operates three stores in Hong Kong, including its newest location in Causeway Bay with a 400 sq. ft space located at Hysan Avenue. All three Hong Kong stores include professional and reliable gold coin repurchase services for customers. This transparent process guarantees immediate payment and features an experienced team for on-site testing and instant quoting. Furthermore, the renowned Panda Gold Coin Bullion Complete Set (1982-2025) is currently available for viewing and purchase on public display at the Tsim Sha Tsui store. Please contact the San Gold Coins team at +852 2333 5100 or sangoldcoins@yycoin.com for more information.
Store Locations
Tsim Sha Tsui Store Address: No. G41, Park Lane Shopper’s Boulevard, Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Business Hours: Monday to Saturday 10:00 – 14:00 | 15:00 – 19:00 (except public holidays)
Central Store Address: Shop B, G/F, 45 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong Business Hours: Tuesday to Friday 9:30 – 14:00 | 15:00 – 18:30 (except public holidays)
Causeway Bay Store Address: Shop 11, G/F, Empire Court, 2-4 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 – 14:00 | 15:00 – 19:00 (except public holidays)
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About San Gold Coins
San Gold Coins is the dedicated international retail arm of the Yong Yin Holdings Group. As an authoritative numismatic institution, the Group provides robust strategic backing for San Gold Coins. The brand spirit is inherited from the Sanxing Silver House, founded in 1908, establishing San Gold Coins as a trusted custodian of China’s 117-year gold legacy with an unbroken line of generational inheritors.
San Gold Coins specialises in collectable coins and investment-grade precious metals allocation. Its parent company, Yong Yin, is the largest authorised distributor of the China Panda Gold Coin — the official legal tender and globally recognised flagship product — with the Group holding the Global No. 1 sales status for seven consecutive years. Leveraging its widely recognised closed-loop repurchase system and expanding retail network across onshore and offshore markets, San Gold Coins is committed to providing global clients with institutional-grade trust assurance and market liquidity.
BANGKOK, Nov. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF), Thailand’s leading conglomerate, has been assigned an “A” corporate credit rating with a “stable” outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR). This rating is equivalent to Thailand’s sovereign credit rating, reflecting GULF’s strong business potential and solid financial position. Gulf Group has a diversified business structure covering energy, infrastructure, telecommunications, satellite, and digital sectors, which effectively generates stable cash flow and effectively diversifies revenue risks, particularly following the merger with Intouch Holdings Public Company Limited (INTUCH), a leading Thai investment company in the telecommunications, media, and digital sectors, most notably holding a controlling stake in AIS, Thailand’s largest mobile operator.
Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF)
Mr. Sarath Ratanavadi, Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF), stated, “Receiving the ‘A’ corporate credit rating from JCR marks another significant milestone that reflects the confidence of investors and financial institutions in the potential and stability of the Gulf Group. This achievement will enhance our international credibility and increase opportunities to expand our foreign investor base, supporting the Company’s continuous growth and business expansion in the future.”
Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) is a leading credit rating agency in Japan, accredited by Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA). It is widely recognized in global financial markets and holds over 60% market share of domestic issuer ratings in Japan. Furthermore, JCR is the only Japanese credit rating institution registered in the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom, making its credit ratings broadly accepted internationally.
About GULF
Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF) is a leading conglomerate listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), with a core focus on Energy, Large-Scale Infrastructure, Telecom and Satellites, and Digital businesses. Recognized for its prominence in power generation, GULF has successfully developed and managed a diverse portfolio of conventional and renewable energy projects across Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Oman, Germany, the UK, and the USA.
Following the strategic amalgamation with INTUCH in April 2025, GULF significantly expanded its scope into the Digital and Telecommunications sector, including its ventures into data centers and digital businesses. GULF continues to leverage its extensive expertise and operational excellence to ensure resource reliability, promote safe energy transition, underscoring its commitment towards sustainable development and environmental stewardship.
GULF is committed to the global energy transition with ambitious targets for decarbonization. The company aims to achieve a 25% reduction in Scope 1 carbon intensity by 2030 and is committed to reaching Net Zero for Scope 1 and Scope 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 2050. Furthermore, GULF maintains a ‘No Coal Policy’ and is increasing the proportion of renewable energy within the company’s portfolio to 40% of total electricity generation capacity 2035
The Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane meet with his North Korean counterpart, Choe Son Hui (photo credit: Pasaxon)
Laos and North Korea have agreed to expand cooperation across multiple sectors, reflecting a shared goal of strengthening their long-standing relationship through increased exchanges and improved coordination.
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