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New US envoy to Vietnam signals harder line on trade
Published on 13/01/2026
» HANOI - The Trump administration plans to replace the US ambassador to Vietnam with a nominee set on addressing “imbalanced” trade relations, as Hanoi’s goods trade surplus with Washington surpassed China’s in recent quarters amid unresolved tariff negotiations.
Global crude oil prices pressured by oversupply
Published on 22/12/2025
» Crude oil prices in the global market declined amid expectations of a supply surplus, with ICE Brent crude between October 1 - December 16, 2025 falling by $4.7 per barrel from the previous quarter to average $63.4 per barrel. The decline followed increased global supply, driven by eight OPEC+ members — Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman — collectively raising production from April–December 2025 by almost 3 million barrels per day, unwinding their voluntary cuts to defend market share. Additional supply growth from non-OPEC+ producers such as the United States, Brazil, Canada and Guyana further contributed to the imbalance.
China says 'no market' for Japanese aquatic products, warns of more countermeasures
Bloomberg, Reuters, Kyodo News, Published on 19/11/2025
» BEIJING - Even if Japanese aquatic products were exported to China, there would be "no market" for them, China's foreign ministry said on Wednesday, citing the "anger" of Chinese nationals at recent comments from the Japanese prime minister on Taiwan.
Minister, Chinese envoy discuss trade
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/10/2025
» The commerce minister held discussions with the Chinese ambassador on enhancing exports of Thai agricultural products to China and fostering sustainable and firm bilateral trade.
Trump ready to match EU tariffs on China, India to pressure Putin: US official
AFP, Published on 10/09/2025
» WASHINGTON - The United States is ready to broaden tariffs targeting buyers of Russian oil -- if the EU takes similar moves -- to hit at revenue Moscow needs for the war in Ukraine, a US official told AFP Tuesday.
Krungsri, MUFG View Thailand a Key Growth Market, with Opportunity for Industry Reforming
Published on 21/08/2025
» Amid intensifying global and domestic challenges, Krungsri is reaffirming its commitment to advancing Thailand’s economy by deepening strategic partnerships with MUFG, clients, and partners through its three-pronged strategies for long-term success. Meanwhile, MUFG sees Thailand a key growth market, with opportunity for industry reforming.
Trump signals tariffs on pharma, chips as trade war widens
AFP, Published on 05/08/2025
» WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump signaled Tuesday that fresh tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals and semiconductors could be unveiled as soon as the coming week, as he presses on in efforts to reshape global trade.
Trump vows substantial India tariff hike over Russian oil buying
Bloomberg, Published on 05/08/2025
» US President Donald Trump said he would be “substantially raising” the tariff on Indian exports to the United States over the Asian nation’s purchases of Russian oil, a move New Delhi slammed as unjustified in an escalating fight between the two major economies.
‘It’s all about Trump’s tariffs’: Asia flocks to US trade official
New York Times, Published on 16/05/2025
» JEJU — The gathering of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) trade ministers is usually a staid meeting, but this year it offered more intrigue and urgency as countries throughout the region scrambled to engage the United States in talks before a 90-day pause on punishing tariffs expires in July.
Unease grows over Trump tariffs despite 'progress' in Japan trade talks
AFP, Published on 17/04/2025
» TOKYO - Uncertainty over Donald Trump's tariff blitz mounted Thursday after the Fed chief warned of rising prices and "volatility" while "progress" flagged by the US president in talks with Japan lifted markets slightly.