Day: July 8, 2025

Trump Announces 36% Tariff on Thai Imports, Opens Door for Negotiations

Washington: US President Donald Trump has announced a significant 36% tax on imports from Thailand, effective August 1, 2025. The announcement was made through a letter posted on Truth Social, where Trump confirmed the imposition of the tariff while leaving room for negotiations if Thailand agrees to lift its tariffs

Cabinet to Urgently Address Impact of New U.S. Tariff, Says Jatuporn

Bangkok: “Jatuporn” reveals that the Cabinet will urgently discuss the impact of the Trump tax. The Minister of Commerce revealed that there will be a discussion on measures to alleviate the impact of the Trump tax at the Cabinet meeting this morning, indicating that the Commerce Ministry’s agencies have already

Thai Agriculture Minister Urgently Considers Measures Against US Tariff Impact

Bangkok: “Athakorn” reveals that measures to reduce the impact on the agricultural sector from the Trump tax are being considered urgently. The Minister of Agriculture revealed that he has instructed his subordinate agencies to consider measures to reduce the impact on the agricultural sector from the 36% tariff imposed by

US Maintains 36% Trade Tariff on Thailand, Aiming for Deal by August 2025

Bangkok: Krungsri Securities reports that the United States has sent a letter to maintain a 36% trade tariff on Thailand, among other countries, in an effort to expedite a deal before August 1, 2025. This move highlights the significance the US places on finalizing trade agreements with these nations. According

United States Maintains 36% Tariff, Pressures Thailand for Trade Concessions

Bangkok: Thai stocks experienced volatility after the announcement that the United States would maintain a 36% retaliatory tariff on Thai goods, effective August 1. Analysts suggest that this move by the US may be a strategy to pressure Thailand into offering additional trade benefits. They recommend that Thailand establish a

Thailand Faces Tariff Challenges Amid Concerns Over Investment Shifts

Bangkok: Dr. Kobsak Pootrakool, President of the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (FETCO), is closely monitoring the tariff rates imposed by China and India, following Thailand’s imposition of a 36% tariff, which is notably higher than Vietnam’s 16%. There is growing concern that this disparity may lead foreign investors

Swine Association Urges Government Against US Pork Imports

Bangkok: The National Swine Raisers Association has reiterated its opposition to opening the US pork import market, warning the government against using it as leverage in tax reduction negotiations with the United States. The association emphasized that even if US pork is intended for animal feed production, there is a