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Call for measures to restrain fuel price hikes
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 27/03/2026
» The Thai Chamber of Commerce is calling on the government to manage fuel prices, ensure adequate reserves, and speed up the implementation of energy-saving measures nationwide.
Shipments rise in February on industrial demand
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 25/03/2026
» Exports surged by 9.9% year-on-year to US$29.4 billion in February, driven by strong industrial goods shipments, while imports jumped by 31.8% to $32.3 billion, mainly due to machinery and gold purchases, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).
Authorities in talks on US tariffs and finalising FTAs
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 24/03/2026
» The Thai authorities are actively engaged in negotiations with the United States regarding tariffs and the ongoing Section 301 investigation, while also aiming to finalise free trade agreements (FTAs) with key trade partners such as the European Union by the end of this year, according to the Department of Trade Negotiations (DTN).
Restaurants call for anti-inflation support
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 10/03/2026
» The Thai Restaurant Association is calling on the government to support the restaurant industry amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Mideast war fuelling Thailand's inflation risk
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 06/03/2026
» Headline inflation for March and the entire year is projected to increase, driven largely by rising energy prices linked to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).
Drilling down on US tariff manoeuvres
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 28/02/2026
» Global trade is grappling with uncertainties stemming from unpredictable US trade policy regarding tariffs. President Donald Trump has maintained his reliance on tariffs, aiming to reduce US imports, diminish the trade deficit, and revive American manufacturing.
Rice exports dip amid tariffs, global glut
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 26/02/2026
» Rice exports are expected to decline in the first half of 2026, following a 17.5% year-on-year drop to 530,287 tonnes in January, according to the Thai Rice Exporters Association.
Thai exports hit 4-year high despite strong baht
Somhatai Mosika, Published on 23/02/2026
» The baht’s value is the most important factor affecting exports following the US decision to impose a 15% tariff on imports, with Thai exports recording their strongest growth in four years in January, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).
US tariff game 'not yet over'
News, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 23/02/2026
» The US tariff game is escalating as President Donald Trump has now raised tariffs to 15%, prompting the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) to urge exporters to brace for heightened volatility and call on the government to speed up negotiations.
Price swings weigh on Thai silver exports
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 18/02/2026
» Trade policy uncertainties and silver price volatility are creating challenges for Thailand's silver jewellery industry, as buyers are reluctant to place new orders, according to the Thai Silver Exporters Association.