New tariff on Thai goods to take effect this Thursday

10 Sept 14:08 Key points summarised by AI

A 19% reciprocal tariff on Thai imports to the US market will become effective on August 7th, following a joint statement from Thailand and the United States.
Thailand's Deputy Commerce Minister, Chantawit Tantasith, is actively amending trade regulations and consulting with industrial and agricultural sectors to help businesses, particularly SMEs, prepare for the new rules and explore new markets through free trade agreements (FTAs).
Pote Aramwattananont, president of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, advises exporters to strategically plan shipments, noting goods sold in the US before October 5th will face a 10% tariff, while those sold after will incur the full 19%.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.