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Talks with EU on free trade pact to start next month
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/12/2023
» Thailand is scheduled to host a second round of talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) at the end of January, with an aim of finalising a pact within two years.
FTA talks with EU to get reboot
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/12/2023
» Thailand is gearing up for the resumption of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with the European Union (EU) after the talks were suspended in 2014 due to the coup. The talks should be completed in 2025, said Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.
Shrimp exports projected to increase by 10% next year
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/11/2023
» Thailand's shrimp exports are expected to grow by 10% next year, driven by a slight increase in domestic shrimp production and stronger demand, especially in the United States.
Chamber of Commerce wants to boost 10 secondary provinces
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/11/2023
» The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) has called on the government to speed up developing public infrastructure in 10 second-tier tourism provinces, to boost tourism revenue while promoting them as new primary attractions.
Thailand explores trading opportunties with Romania
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/10/2023
» Thailand is poised to explore opportunities in the Romanian market, with the aim of leveraging the southeastern European country as another gateway to the European Union (EU).
Negotiations in pursuit of FTAs persist unhindered
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/08/2023
» Negotiations over free trade agreements (FTAs) are moving ahead without interruption while politicians continue to squabble over the formation of a new government, according to the chief of the Trade Negotiations Deparment.
Ministry still upbeat on export recovery
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/07/2023
» Despite economic uncertainties among Thailand's trading partners, China's slower than expected economic recovery, the vulnerable European economy, Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative and the drought associated with the El Niño weather phenomenon, the Commerce Ministry remains confident that the export outlook over the coming months will continue to show a gradual recovery.
Rubber sector urged to adapt to cope with global challenges
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/06/2023
» Rubber farmers, entrepreneurs and exporters are being advised to swiftly adapt to various challenges, including geopolitical conflicts and environmental measures that may impact agricultural trade, as well as European Union (EU) laws regarding products and deforestation.
Country urged to beef up EV industry
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/06/2023
» Thailand is being urged to step up proactive measures to promote the electric vehicle (EV) industry, focusing on stimulating the domestic market by encouraging the use of electric cars, at the same time promoting the export of EVs and related components.
Department eager to push free trade negotiations
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/05/2023
» Thailand wants to increase free trade agreements (FTAs) to cover 80% of its global trade, spanning more than 50 countries, by 2027.