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Department mulls strict controls on waste paper imports
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/09/2024
» The Foreign Trade Department is preparing to impose stringent import control measures on waste paper to protect public health and the environment.
Talks aim to tackle Chinese lorries in Thailand
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/08/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is preparing to hold discussions with logistics service providers concerning the impact of nominees from China on the transportation sector.
Border and transit trade rise 3.6% in first half to B912bn
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 12/08/2024
» Border and transit trade in the first half of this year tallied 912 billion baht, up 3.6%, according to the Foreign Trade Department.
Thai rice exports jump 25% in first half of 2024
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 31/07/2024
» Thailand expects to export 8.2 million tonnes of rice this year, up from a previous forecast of 7.5 million, helped by demand from major markets and a weakening baht, according to the Commerce Ministry.
Thailand raises 2024 rice export forecast
Reuters, Published on 30/07/2024
» Thailand expects to export 8.2 million tonnes of rice this year, up from a previous forecast of 7.5 million, helped by demand from major markets, expected higher production and a weak baht, the Ministry of Commerce said on Tuesday.
Team signs rice deal with Philippines worth B2.8bn
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/07/2024
» The Commerce Ministry led a team of rice exporters to the Philippines, signing memorandums of understanding (MoUs) on rice trade worth 2.8 billion baht.
Classic car import rules may be eased
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 06/06/2024
» The Foreign Trade Department is seeking comments on a proposed amendment that would allow certain kinds of classic cars to be imported to Thailand for promotions and special events.
Ministry seeks border trade growth of 1% despite conflict
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/05/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is targeting border trade growth of 1% this year, attributed to political instability in neighbouring countries, including the armed conflict in Myanmar.
Asean-China pact ramps up exports
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/02/2024
» The Asean-China Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) has significantly boosted Thai exports to China, particularly processed sugar items such as syrup, artificial honey and various sweeteners.
Inspections expand for tapioca chips
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/02/2024
» The Foreign Trade Department is tightening inspections of tapioca chip imports along the border after discovering a dozen importers bringing in low-quality chips.