Thailand-US Trade Deal May Be Finalized Wednesday, Minister Says

Thailand’s Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira expects a trade deal with the US to be finalized on Wednesday.

• Thailand filed its response to US proposals on Tuesday, Pichai tells reporters in Bangkok Wednesday
• NOTE: Thailand is seeking a trade deal with the Trump administration to lower the threatened 36% tariff on its exports to the US
• NOTE: Thailand Sees US Offering ‘Very Good’ Trade Deal After Ceasefire
• Pichai said Thailand’s border conflict hasn’t affected the trade negotiations with Washington
• NOTE: Trump Wields Trade Threat to Play Peacemaker in China’s Backyard

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