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Thailand and USA: New trade deal promises billions in investments!
Thailand is lifting film quotas, strengthening trade ties with the US and investing in telecommunications and agriculture.
Thailand and USA: New trade deal promises billions in investments!
Things are moving forward in Thailand! On November 2, 2025, the Thai government unveiled some significant changes and measures in its economic policies that will impact various sectors. The relaxation of the quota regulations for films is an exciting step that should make the country more attractive as a location for international film productions. There are also facilitations for foreign investment in the telecommunications sector, which can potentially create numerous new projects and jobs. Another innovative step is the removal of requirements for domestic electronic payments using debit cards.
A key point of the new initiative is strengthening economic cooperation between the USA and Thailand. How Bangkok Biz News reports, both countries are committed to improving their national security and economic resilience. Trade agreements are planned that focus on agricultural products, energy and aviation. The exchange of goods and services is expected to grow by about $2.6 billion per year for agricultural products, $5.4 billion for energy products and a whopping $18.8 billion for the purchase of 80 US aircraft.
Comprehensive trade agreements in sight
Negotiations on these trade agreements are expected to intensify in the coming weeks. Thailand will eliminate tariffs on about 99% of imports from the US, while the US will maintain a tariff on certain Thai products. The focus is also on reducing non-tariff trade barriers so that exchanges between the two nations run more smoothly.
Additionally, Thailand has committed to accepting U.S. safety and environmental standards and making progress in importing ethanol for fuel purposes. A promising step also includes authorization to import US food and agricultural products.
In addition, both countries will intensify their efforts to combat illegal practices such as child labor and forced labor. The cooperation will also be expanded to the area of intellectual property in order to counteract copyright and trademark infringements. The digital commerce landscape will also be reformed to eliminate discriminatory digital taxes.
Regional influences and Cambodian cooperation
The prospects for Thailand and the entire ASEAN region are exciting, especially in conjunction with developments in Cambodia. This country recently lifted tariffs on US industrial goods and agricultural products and is committed to international labor rights and high environmental standards. This could open up new opportunities for trade relations within the region and strengthen economic growth.
The trade agreements not only appear to be an important step for Thailand, but also represent an opportunity to improve and stabilize the overall regional business climate. A collaboration that inspires hope and promotes economic forward movement in the ASEAN region!
The new developments are being followed with excitement as they affect many sectors and could permanently change the economic fabric of Thailand. Stay tuned!