Thailand–China 100,000-tonne rice deal delayed amid approval hurdles Thailand–China 100,000-tonne rice deal delayed amid approval hurdles
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026
China’s COFCO has signalled plans to lift Thai rice purchases to 500,000 tonnes for the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties, but the first 100,000-tonne shipment is still awaiting government sign-off and contract clearance.