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BoT plans to closely monitor inflation in 2008

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) will monitor inflation in Thailand in 2008 closely because high inflation could adversely impact Thai industry by pushing up operating costs and negatively affect economic growth in the country, according to BoT governor Tarisa... ...full story at Bangkok Post

from Bangkok Post on Sat, Dec 22 2007

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28 Jul 08 visit Economic slowdown will cut 2008 growth: BoT  »  Bangkok Post The Bank of Thailand Monday revised its economic growth estimate for 2008 downward, citing high oil prices, soaring inflation and fears of a slowdown of the global economy.
26 Oct 09 visit Govt to closely monitor Thaksin's moves  »  Bangkok Post The government will closely monitor SMS that ousted premier Thaksin Shinawatra plans to send directly to his supporters to see whether the short messages affect national security, Prime Minister's Office Minister Sathit Wongnongtoey said on Monday.
15 Sep 07 visit Thailand's GDP to grow 4.5-6% in 2008  »  Bangkok Post Although US economic problems will have a negative impact on exports by Asian countries, the Bank of Thailand (BoT) governor Tarisa Watanagase said Saturday she is confident that Thailand's economic growth in 2008 would nevertheless reach the target of...
08 Jun 08 visit Inflation is still a threat to the economy  »  The Nation Inflation hurts ordinary people. Authorities must focus on price stability rather than economic growth

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