The Latest Breaking News from TPSO

Prepared food prices expected to increase

Prices of prepared food are expected to increase as certain ingredients and vegetable prices rise, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).

Bangkok Post · Aug 5

Micro-drama market takes Asia by storm

With fast-paced plots, easy-to-digest storylines and attention-grabbing elements, vertical micro-dramas are swiftly captivating smartphone audiences. The Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO) has identified this emerging format as a new opportunity for Thai content producers.

Bangkok Post · Jul 27

Thai exports rise 20.8% in June thanks to industrial goods

Exports surged 20.8% year-on-year to US$34.7 billion in June, driven by strong demand for industrial goods such as electronics, smartphones, electrical appliances, and automobiles and auto parts, says the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).

Bangkok Post · Jul 24

Thailand's inequality remains entrenched

The Thai economy is suffering from widening inequality, with the proportion of poor people still hovering at 6-8% of the total, particularly in the agricultural sector.

Bangkok Post · Jun 26, 2023

Planning unit touts revamp of labour force

The decoupling of global supply chains following trade conflicts between the US and China could benefit Thailand in the automotive, electrical appliances, and electronics industries.

Bangkok Post · May 29, 2023

Planning unit emerges from the shadows

The Commerce Ministry established the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO) in 2015 primarily to support the development of the economy through trade and economic data.

Bangkok Post · May 26, 2023

TPSO seeks to maintain competitive edge

Fresh durians, tapioca, condoms, canned pineapples and canned tuna were the products that Thailand held a leadership position in terms of global market share last year.

Bangkok Post · Apr 24, 2023

Agency upbeat on carbon credit market

The carbon credit market is growing rapidly, indicating an opportunity to increase the value of agricultural and export products as well as reduce carbon emissions, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO) under the Commerce Ministry.

Bangkok Post · Apr 9, 2023

Inflation forecast lowered for 2023

The Commerce Ministry has downgraded its headline inflation outlook for this year from a range of 2-3% to 1.7-2.7%, in line with economic conditions and falling energy prices.

Bangkok Post · Apr 5, 2023

Floating trade views amid balloon snafu

Geopolitical tensions are expected to ratchet up after American jets downed four flying objects in the past 10 days, including a suspected Chinese spy balloon off the Carolina coast on Feb 4.

Bangkok Post · Feb 14, 2023