FTA Talks Between Thailand and UAE Nearing Conclusion

Thailand and the United Arab Emirates are close to finalizing their free trade agreement, with 80% of the discussions already completed. It is expected to be completed by the end of the year and could boost Thailand’s GDP and exports.

BANGKOK (NNT) – The Commerce Ministry has reported that Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are nearing the conclusion of their free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations, with approximately 80% of the discussions already completed. It is anticipated that both countries will finalize the FTA by the end of this year.

During the fourth round of Thai-UAE FTA negotiations in Bangkok on September 26-28, 2023, Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai stated that he discussed various issues with UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. As a result, both sides have reached agreements in various areas such as food, agricultural…