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Figures for opening 8 months of 2026 show a gaping trade deficit as Thailand imports more from China
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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited London seeking investment as Thailand’s trade deficit balloons to USD 37.84 billion. China runs a USD 47.3 billion surplus while Thai exports to America surge 48.7% and the US trade deal remains unfinished.
Key facts
- Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited London seeking investment as Thailand’s trade deficit balloons to USD 37.84 billion
- New York trip ends without US trade deal as Thailand’s eight-month deficit reaches USD37.84 billion
- Imports outpace booming exports as China runs a huge USD47.3 billion trade surplus with Thailand
- Thailand’s trade deficit deepens as imports surge 36.1% despite exceptionally strong export growth
- Thailand accumulated a USD 37.84 billion trade deficit during the first eight months of 2026
- By contrast, imports surged 36.1% to USD303.99 billion
Summary
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul hit London seeking British investment as Thailand’s trade figures flashed a major warning. Imports have soared 36.1%, blowing the eight-month deficit out to USD37.84 billion despite booming exports. China alone ran a USD 47.3 billion surplus with Thailand, while Thai exports to America surged 48.7% in August. The dramatic trade split comes as Washington tightens scrutiny of Chinese inputs and rules of origin.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul arrived in London on Friday with Thailand’s ballooning trade deficit providing a stark economic backdrop. His short British visit seeks stronger commercial ties and fresh investment.