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Fertiliser crisis prompts talks with Saudis

Mr Jurin says the negotiations could help ensure a sufficient supply of fertiliser for Thailand at more affordable prices.

The Commerce Ministry and Thai Chamber of Commerce plan to negotiate with fertiliser suppliers in Saudi Arabia about purchases in a move to address high prices and shortages in the country.

According to Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit, Saudi Arabia recently allowed two additional Saudi suppliers sell fertiliser to Thailand. The sole existing supplier is Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, known as SABIC.

The two new companies are MA’ADEN (Saudi Arabian Mining Co) and ACO Group, a subsidiary of Alim Investment Co.

Mr Jurin said the International Trade Promotion Department is scheduled to hold a business…

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