Commerce Ministry projects Thai exports in 2026 could range from 1.1% growth to a 3.1% contraction, with US trade barriers and strong baht key risks
According to a VNA reporter in Paris, with a steady economic growth rate, young population, and great demand for energy, infrastructure and digital technology, members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are becoming the focus of attraction for French businesses.
Indonesia has recommenced its shrimp exports to the United States with a hefty haul of 182 tonnes, valued at IDR25 billion, or approximately US$1.5 million. Importantly, these shipments come bearing certification of being free from Cesium-137 contamination.
Malaysia’s swiftlet nest industry, valued at an estimated RM1.5 billion, continues to show strong growth and significant potential as a high-value sector.
The Philippines is one of the world's largest rice importers, with Viet Nam and Thailand — both Cambodia's neighbours — being its largest suppliers.
Malaysia exports more than RM33 billion worth of rubber and rubber-based products annually, driven largely by its strong research and development (R&D) capabilities despite the country's growing reliance on imported natural rubber.
Senior diplomats, government officials, business leaders, and policy experts outlined a forward-looking cooperation framework anchored on innovation, digital transformation, supply-chain resilience and improved market integration.
Potential state revenues in 2026 from Indonesia's planned gold export tax are expected to reach 3 trillion rupiah ($179.75 million) while a coal export tax could reap 20 trillion rupiah ($1.20 billion), its finance minister said on Monday.
<p>Time: November 2025<br /> By: WTO and International Trade Group, Legal Department – VCCI</p>
