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Trade Department warns shops to obey pricing law

SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026

Thailand’s Department of Internal Trade has reminded retailers to strictly follow pricing laws, warning of fines and jail terms for overcharging, hoarding and failing to display prices.

Global Rice Prices Stagnate as Indian Surplus Offsets War Risks

FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026

Thai exporters face a 15% surge in costs due to Middle East conflict, while a "mammoth" Indian stockpile prevents a spike in global market prices

US Soy Bets on Southeast Asia as Global Trade Winds Shift

March 26, 2026

USSEC targets 22 million metric tonnes in global soybean meal exports within five years, but price sensitivity and South American rivalry threaten ambitions

Thailand, South Africa to fast-track ministerial trade talks

March 26, 2026

Thailand and South Africa have agreed to bring forward their next Joint Trade Committee meeting to this year and upgrade it to ministerial level to deepen economic ties, expand bilateral trade and tackle logistical and financial barriers.

Thailand forms US tariff response team, eyes 3 FTA deals in 2026

March 23, 2026

Bangkok is preparing written submissions to Washington by April 15 while pushing to wrap up trade talks with the EU, South Korea and ASEAN-Canada.

Thai Gem and Jewellery Exports Surge as Geopolitical Tensions Drive Gold Demand

March 16, 2026

Exports reached $1.8 billion in January 2026, while gold shipments skyrocketed by 136% as investors seek safe-haven assets amidst Middle East instability

BYD Rebuts US Allegations of Using Thai Base to Bypass Trade Tariffs

March 15, 2026

Chinese EV giant denies exporting from Rayong to America as US trade officials probe "excess capacity" and final assembly shifts across Southeast Asia

Thailand Seeks to Conquer Japanese Market with Premium 'Gluten-Free' Cassava Starch

March 15, 2026

Department of Foreign Trade targets Japan’s high-value food and feed sectors to reduce reliance on China, highlighting superior quality and Non-GMO status

FTI Urges Government Intervention as Thai Tech Exports Face US ‘Section 301’ Scrutiny

March 13, 2026

The Federation of Thai Industries warns that a $26bn surge in the trade surplus with the US puts electronics and semiconductor exports at risk of sanctions

Dairy Crisis: Thai Government Summons Industry Leaders Over 200-Tonne Daily Milk Glut

March 12, 2026

Internal Trade Department demands emergency talks as industry insiders slam "data failures" and a "broken" 30-year school milk monopoly

Thai shippers outline 3 options for cargo stranded after Hormuz attack

March 11, 2026

The Thai National Shippers’ Council has outlined three options for exporters with cargo stranded after a Thai vessel was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz.

Thailand Moves to Secure Protected Status for Four More Agricultural Products in Japan

March 11, 2026

Thailand moves to register four additional agricultural products in Japan while deploying AI tools to modernise intellectual property services

Thailand and Japan Prepare for Comprehensive Review of JTEPA Trade Pact

March 11, 2026

Thailand and Japan prepare to review the JTEPA trade agreement in 2027, aiming to expand market access and foster cooperation in the green economy

Thai exports to Middle East grind to halt as shipping lines suspend services

March 10, 2026

Thai exports to the Middle East have fallen to zero by sea as shipping lines halt bookings over war risks, while businesses pin hopes on Chinese carriers reopening routes.

Paetongtarn sells more than 147 million SC shares, stake falls to about 25%

March 10, 2026

The share disposal left Paetongtarn Shinawatra with just under 25% of SC’s total voting rights, according to the latest filing.