Bangkok, Aug. 2 – The government successfully promoted Thai exports with RCEP member countries. Trade has continued to grow. Especially agricultural products - processed agriculture. ready to expand the market through online channels Connecting Thai entrepreneurs with consumers around the world
Ms. Ratchada Thanadirek, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that the government's success in pushing forward Thai exports. As a result, the value of trade between Thailand and RCEP member countries or the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership in the first five months of 2023 continued to grow. especially agricultural products - processed agricultural products in Thailand The main export markets are ASEAN, China and Japan.
Deputy spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office said that during the first five months of 2023, exports of processed agricultural products to the RCEP market grew well, such as sugar, canned and processed fruits. canned vegetables and processed vegetables and canned and processed seafood As for agricultural products that expanded, such as fresh, chilled, frozen and dried fruits Industrial product group which has expanded well are cars, equipment and parts and rubber products
In addition, during the first four months of 2023 (January-April), Thai exports using RCEP privileges grew by 107% compared to the previous year. which is valued at 422 million US dollars. Most exported to South Korea, Japan, China, Vietnam and Australia, and the list of products applying for the highest RCEP privileges, such as crude oil, canned and processed fish, soft drinks, cassava, spark plugs, motorcycles and fresh durian.
Deputy spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office added that The government attaches importance to promoting opportunities for Thai entrepreneurs. By expanding the export market of Thai fruits, including seasonal fresh fruits, processed fruits and canned fruits. to the global consumer market. through online channels which the Department of International Trade Promotion Ministry of Commerce Consulted with many e-commerce platform representatives all along. Including negotiating online distribution channels with modern retail business groups (Modern Trade) such as Makro, Big C, Lotus, as well as promoting entrepreneurs to have their own online distribution channels in the platform. Various online communities to provide another way to reach retail consumers. And can be a bridge to connect to major operators in the future
“General Prayut Chan-ocha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Appreciate the success of pushing Implement policies to support the utilization of privileges under the FTA and promote sales through various channels. Increase export opportunities of Thai entrepreneurs to the world market. Thailand emphasizes the policy of preserving the existing market. Seek new markets, ”said Ms. Ratchada .-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency