Author Archives: Luca

Key Elements and Implications of International Trade Compliance

International trade compliance refers to the complex processes and procedures involved in exporting and importing goods while adhering to the regulations and requirements of the countries involved. As the global market continues to expand, trade compliance has become increasingly intricate, with severe consequences for non-compliance. This brief aims to delve into the crucial aspects of […]

Definitions and Regulations for Securities Issuance and Offer for Sale

The Notification of the Securities and Exchange Commission No. Kor Jor. 17/2551, which came into force on December 15, 2008, provides regulations and definitions related to the issuance and offer for sale of securities in Thailand. This summary aims to provide an overview of the main provisions of this law. The Notification is issued by […]

Effective Implementation of Waste Management Measures in Thailand

On 2 July 2023, Mr. Anucha Burapachaisri, the Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister for Political Affairs and the acting government spokesperson made an announcement that reiterated the enforcement of waste management measures in Thailand, which will take effect from November 1, 2023. These measures, initially declared in a ministerial proclamation published in the Royal […]

Implementation of Digital Platform Legislation

The Digital Economy and Society (DES) has announced that the Digital Platform legislation will be effective from August 21st, 2023. This legislation mandates digital platform service providers, including social media, e-commerce, sharing economy platforms, search engines, news aggregators, hosting clouds, and content platforms, to notify the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) prior to conducting business […]

SEC Announces Key Measures to Enhance Supervision and Listing Criteria

On June 21, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made significant announcements regarding measures aimed at enhancing the quality and supervision of listed companies. This legal update provides an overview of recent developments in the listing criteria for companies on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and the Market for Alternative Investment (MAI). The […]

Promoting Ethanol in Bio Plastics: Reducing Carbon Emissions

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) in Thailand has introduced a strategic initiative to promote the widespread utilization of ethanol in the bio plastic industry. This announcement was made in the recent Ministry of Finance Update, Issue No. 97/2566, on June 13, 2023. The initiative, titled “Promoting Ethanol Use in the Bio Plastic Industry to Reduce […]