Thailand Eyes EU Free Trade Deal Within Year After European Tour
Thailand aims to conclude a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) within 2026, having secured support for advancing negotiations during visits to Italy, Spain, and Portugal. The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister also highlighted cooperation opportunities in clean energy and the digital economy.
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