Key Takeways
- From January to February 2025, Thailand utilized Free Trade Agreement (FTA) benefits of $15.09 billion, making up 81.36% of eligible exports—up 24.11% compared to the previous year.
- The top five FTAs by usage value significantly contributed to this growth, with leading export products benefiting from these agreements.
- Thailand is actively negotiating FTAs with Sri Lanka, EFTA nations, and Bhutan to diversify markets, enhance competitiveness, and lower costs, which support the steady expansion of global trade opportunities for Thai businesses.
From January to February 2025, Thailand leveraged Free Trade Agreement (FTA) benefits totaling $15.09 billion, accounting for 81.36% of exports eligible for preferential treatment—an increase of 24.11% compared to the same period last year.
The top 5 FTAs by usage value were
Leading export products using FTA benefits included:
Ongoing FTA negotiations with countries like Sri Lanka, EFTA nations, and Bhutan aim to open new markets and reduce reliance on existing ones. These agreements are key tools to boost Thailand’s competitiveness, lower costs, and expand global trade opportunities steadily for Thai businesses.
