Thailand hits back at US trade allegations over forced labour and excess capacity
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026
Bangkok tells USTR that Thai supply chains are entirely clean and refutes Washington’s claims that industrial overproduction is skewing bilateral trade
US urges Thailand to remove barriers on cars, drugs and farm goods
FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2026
USTR is pressing Thailand to ease barriers in vehicles, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and farm imports as both sides work to finalise a reciprocal trade deal.
Thailand Seeks ‘Green’ Industrial Alliance as India’s Middle Class Set to Double
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 2026
Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun targets a consumer boom in India, pledging support for Thai giants including CP and SCG amidst a $20bn trade surge
China confirms Xi-Trump meeting in Busan as Beijing hardens stance on Taiwan
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2025
China confirms President Xi Jinping will meet Donald Trump in Busan to discuss bilateral ties and global issues, as Beijing reasserts its hardline stance on Taiwan ahead of the summit
Thai Commerce Minister and Singapore DPM Boost Trade and Digital Ties
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025
'Suphajee' and Mr Gan Kim Yong hold video summit to finalise a rice trade pact, accelerate farm exports, and champion the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework
Thailand and Australia Pledge Deeper Ties on Green Tech and Trade
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025
Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun and ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr meet to boost investment, promote sustainable development and support startup ecosystems
Vietnam, Laos discuss cooperation in using local currencies in bilateral trade
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2024
The State Bank of Vietnam and the Bank of Laos have jointly organised a conference to share experience in promoting the use of respective domestic currencies in bilateral trade and investment.