Jurin eyes boosting trade ties with UK
Deputy Prime Minister Jurin Laksanawisit said he had spoken to British Ambassador Brian John Davidson on Friday (June 26) on possible measures of boosting trade between the two countries.
He added that Thailand is also planning to enter negotiations with Britain on a free-trade agreement.
Jurin, who is also commerce minister, added that once the Covid-19 pandemic eases, he will lead a delegation of Thai private sector representatives to the UK for talks on trade and investment.
Meanwhile, deputy government spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek said bilateral trade between Thailand and Britain is worth Bt220 billion.
