Thailand ships chicken products to Saudi Arabia for the first time since 2004

12 Sept 16:38 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand resumed chicken product exports to Saudi Arabia after an 18-year ban, marking a significant step in restoring diplomatic relations that were suspended for three decades.
The initial shipment by Charoen Pokphand Foods Plc follows Saudi Arabia's lifting of the ban and certification of 11 Thai chicken processing plants for meeting strict Halal standards.
This opens a substantial new export market for Thailand, with Saudi Arabia expected to become a major importer of Thai chicken, complementing existing trade from Brazil, Ukraine, and France.
Beyond trade, the restoration of ties includes new agreements on labor employment and the resumption of direct flights between Bangkok and Riyadh, further solidifying diplomatic progress.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Yesterday 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.