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Thailand plans to join talks on trans-Pacific trade pact membership
23-Nov-2021 Reuters
Thailand aims to join talks on membership of a trans-Pacific free-trade agreement, a government official said.
Cabinet okays Asean-Canada FTA framework
10-Nov-2021 Bangkok Post
The cabinet yesterday approved the negotiation framework for the Asean-Canada free trade agreement (FTA), hoping the pact will help open a gateway for Thailand into North America.
Will Thailand ever join the CPTPP?
8-Nov-2021 The Diplomat
While there are clear benefits for large companies to joining the pact, there are also clear drawbacks that could make life harder for the average Thai.
Thai envoy stresses FTA critical to balance bilateral trade
8-Nov-2021 International The News
Trade between Pakistan and Thailand could be balanced if the government of Pakistan tackles the hurdles efficiently, particularly the delay in signing a free trade agreement (FTA), said acting Thailand Consul General Paoyee Waesahmae.
‘Pak-Thailand FTA likely to be finalised by end year’
3-Nov-2021 The International News
The process of dialogue between the two countries had been slowing down during the COVID- 19 pandemic period, the ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan said.
Thailand ratifies RCEP pact
1-Nov-2021 Bangkok Post
Thailand has already submitted the ratification for the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) trade pact and reaffirmed that the world’s biggest free trade deal will come into force on Jan 1 next year as scheduled.
Thailand starts CPTPP application process driven by fears for inward investment and the economy
27-Oct-2021 Thai Examiner
Just ahead of the ASEAN summit in Brunei came a strong indication that Thailand is taking steps to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.
Negotiations likely next year with Bangladesh
18-Oct-2021 Bangkok Post
Thailand expects to begin talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) with Bangladesh next year.
Thailand plans to sign free trade deals with more Chinese provinces
20-Sep-2021 Pattaya Mail
The government aims to sign mini-Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with other provinces in China following strengthened partnerships from the first FTA with Hainan province in late August.
Bangkok keen to sign FTA with Dhaka
23-Aug-2021 Dhaka Tribune
Thailand is interested to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) with Bangladesh to increase bilateral trade as tariff and non-tariff barriers stand in the way of promoting business potentials between the two countries.
Turkey eyes comprehensive free trade pacts to boost exports
18-Aug-2021 Anadolu
Free trade talks ongoing with Japan, Thailand and Indonesia in Asia-Pacific region, says trade minister.
Thailand and EU resume free trade agreement negotiations
9-Aug-2021 Illinois News Today
Thailand and the European Union (EU) have agreed to resume negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) seven years after the collapse of negotiations in 2014 after a military coup in Thailand.
Switzerland and Thailand seek to boost business ties
6-Aug-2021 Swiss Info
Switzerland and Thailand have expressed interest in starting negotiations for a free trade deal, according to his office, with technical talks underway at the level of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
Thailand, Australia mull economic deal
6-Aug-2021 Bangkok Post
Thailand and Australia have agreed to pursue a strategic economic partnership to boost bilateral trade and investment, with the deal expected to be signed next year.
Thailand moves to strengthen EU ties amid US-China rivalry
2-Aug-2021 The Indian Express
The Southeast Asian country is looking to revive trade and business with the European Union to avoid dependence on Beijing and Washington. Economists say a free trade agreement is expected within the next few years.
Trade pact with Pakistan nears completion
19-Jul-2021 Bangkok Post
Thailand aims to conclude talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) with Pakistan by the end of this year.
Thailand pins high hope on FTAs to boost exports
19-Jul-2021 Vietnam+
Thailand’s Commerce Ministry looks set to propose negotiation frameworks for the Thailand-EU free trade agreement and ASEAN-Canada FTA for cabinet approval in the third quarter, aiming to boost the country’s exports.
Ministry ready for more mini-FTAs
13-Jul-2021 Bangkok Post
Thailand aims to clinch deals to form deeper trade partnerships through "mini-FTAs" with Hainan, China and Telangana, India.
Thailand, Kofu city sign trade agreement
12-Jul-2021 Bangkok Post
Thailand is scheduled to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today to form a deeper trade partnership through a "mini-FTA" with Kofu city in central Japan.
CPTPP studies to go before the cabinet
8-Jul-2021 Bangkok Post
Final studies on the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) are ready and scheduled to go before the cabinet’s consideration over the next few weeks so that the government can make a decision whether to apply to join the pact.