Thai finance minister 'a little surprised' by 36pct US tariff rate
Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira told Channel 3 television a revised trade proposal from Thailand had not yet been considered by the US, but he remains confident the rate will be reduced. He said he expects trade talks between the two countries will be finalised before Aug 1, 2025.
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