Arada Fueangthong, Director-General of the Department of Foreign Trade (DFT), said Thailand’s utilisation of trade preferences under free trade agreements (FTAs) continued to expand in January–November 2025.
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) reported that 1,852 containers of Indonesian shrimp were shipped to the United States between October 31, 2025, and February 7, 2026.
Cambodia’s imports from Thailand totalled more than USD 151 million in January 2026, marking a sharp decline of 49.3% compared to USD 297 million recorded in January 2025, according to the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia.
Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez said Tuesday that pursuing a bilateral free trade agreement with Washington is not a priority at this time as both sides remain focused on tariff-related negotiations
Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan announced that the Indonesian government will require food and beverage businesses to include high-sugar labels on product packaging.
European measure accelerates shifts in corporate strategy, regulation and long-term planning
Utility companies across Asia are racing to address the threat of critical coal shortages after Indonesian mining firms suspended spot coal exports in protest against a proposed government policy to cap production as several Asian nations that rely heavily on Indonesian coal imports now face the risk of power disruptions if supplies tighten.
The Philippines ended 2025 with a markedly smaller agricultural trade deficit, supported by strong export growth led by tropical fruits and a decline in farm imports, according to official data.
<p>Time: November 2025<br /> By: WTO and International Trade Group, Legal Department – VCCI</p>
