Thai-UAE Trade Liberalization Raises Petrochemical Industry Concerns; PEIT Urges Government Protection Measures
The Petroleum Institute of Thailand (PEIT) has expressed concerns that the trade liberalization between Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) could negatively impact the domestic petrochemical industry. PEIT is urging the government to establish import quotas and extend the period for tariff reductions to protect local businesses.
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