Thailand pushes to seal three key FTAs in 2026 to open markets and lift trade

Thailand is accelerating
negotiations on three major free trade agreements (FTAs) in 2026
— Thailand-EU, Thailand-South Korea, and ASEAN-Canada — as part of its
strategy to expand market access, attract foreign investment, and strengthen
long-term economic resilience. The government said the initiative is designed
to reduce reliance on a limited number of trading partners while connecting
Thailand more closely with global supply chains. In parallel, previously signed
agreements such as the Thailand-EFTA FTA and Thailand-Sri Lanka FTA are
expected to come into effect in 2026, helping Thailand
access high-income markets and strengthen trade links with South Asia.

According to Deputy
Government Spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek, the government is also implementing
five key economic measures to support households and businesses amid global
uncertainty. These include reducing living costs while boosting incomes,
stabilizing agricultural products, supporting SMEs and local businesses,
upgrading technology and regulations, and diversifying exports through FTAs. In
2025, trade with Thailand’s 18 FTA
partner countries accounted for nearly 60% of the
country’s total trade, highlighting the growing importance of free trade
agreements in driving economic growth and improving Thailand’s long-term
competitiveness.Click!