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April export gain likely more than 10%

Containers for exports are seen at the Laem Chabang Port in Si Racha district, Chon Buri province.

Thai exports are maintaining healthy growth momentum and likely increased by more than 10% in April, says Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit.

Mr Jurin revealed on Friday the country’s exports have passed the low point, with outbound shipments increasing by more than 10% in April from US$18.9 billion (593 billion baht) fetched the same month last year.

The ministry is scheduled to announce April’s export figures on Tuesday.

“Thailand’s exports in the first four months are expected to rise by more than 4% year-on-year,” said Mr Jurin. “Commercial ambassadors worldwide have been ordered to work harder to drive export growth to 8-11% this year.”

He said the ministry will soon call a joint meeting with the…

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