泰国贸易新政提升大米出口国际竞争力

Core Points - The Thai Ministry of Commerce has implemented the "Rice Trade Fee Ministerial Regulation (No. 2)" to reduce export license fees for rice, creating more opportunities for farmers, cooperatives, and small to medium-sized rice export companies to enter international markets [1] - The regulation aims to establish a more open trade system and promote a balanced competitive market environment [1] - Farmers' groups and cooperatives are exempt from export license fees, while small rice export companies with registered capital not exceeding 10 million Thai Baht will only need to pay 10,000 Thai Baht, significantly reduced from the previous 50,000 Thai Baht [1] - Companies with registered capital between 10 million and 20 million Thai Baht will pay 30,000 Thai Baht [1] - This initiative aligns with the government's goals to boost grassroots economies, increase farmers' incomes, and enhance the international competitiveness of Thai rice [1] - The fee reduction is expected to lower operational costs and create more opportunities for export participants, injecting new momentum into domestic rice price stability and international trade growth [1]