Thailand to Reduce Tariffs on U.S. Corn Imports
Thailand will reduce tariffs on corn imports from the United States, although the specific volumes are yet to be determined, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira announced on Friday. The country has…
Xi Jinping Responds to U.S. Trade War: “China Is Not Afraid”
Xi Jinping Responds to U.S. Trade War: “China Is Not Afraid” Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a firm message on Friday regarding the escalating trade tensions with the United States,…
Injunction Threatens Nescafé Supply in Thailand
A court’s temporary injunction prohibiting the sale of Nescafé products in Thailand may lead to a potential shortage if the situation continues, according to Tang Ngee Soon Super Store Co.,…
US-China trade clash risks all-out financial war
In the end, Donald Trump both blinked and doubled down on tariffs. As the U.S. president announced a 90-day pause on “reciprocal” levies for most major trading partners on Wednesday,…
U.S. Import Orders from Thailand Delayed
Importers in the United States have temporarily suspended their orders as they await clearer guidelines following the implementation of reciprocal tariffs affecting many trading partners, including Thailand, according to the…
SET to Implement Circuit Breakers in Response to Significant Stock Declines
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has announced that it is closely monitoring the escalating trade war and stands ready to implement circuit breakers if the situation deteriorates. SET President…
Asian Markets Decline Amid Looming 104% Tariff on Chinese Imports by Trump
Asian markets are experiencing significant declines as the proposed 104% tariff on Chinese imports by President Trump sends shockwaves through global economies. Investors are preparing for increased volatility, concerned about…
Grab Turns to AI for Developing New Features
Grab, a prominent super-app in Southeast Asia, has adopted generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and agentic AI as part of its growth strategy to introduce new features. The company anticipates that…
Thailand Considers Increasing Purchases of U.S. Goods in Ongoing Discussions
Thailand may consider importing an additional $32.9 billion worth of American goods to mitigate the negative effects of tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. This would involve increasing purchases…
Trump Disrupts Trade Systems at Record Speed
In just ten fast-paced weeks, Donald Trump has fundamentally disrupted the international system of rules and alliances that has largely maintained peace for the last eighty years. His unconventional policy…