Thailand on alert as US shifts trade war to Section 301 probes
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
The US is moving from broad reciprocal tariffs to targeted Section 301 investigations, putting Thailand under scrutiny over forced labour controls and industrial overcapacity.
US invokes Section 301 to impose 25% tariff on Brazilian imports
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
The United States will impose a new 25% tariff on most Brazilian imports from July 22, citing unfair trade practices, while Brazil plans WTO action and retaliatory measures.
Historic electricity tariff reform sets household rate at 3 baht per unit, data centres to pay more
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026
The National Energy Policy Council has approved seven electricity reform measures, including removing public lighting costs from household bills and cutting the first 200 units of residential electricity to 3 baht per unit.
Thailand faces two US Section 301 proceedings as tariff expiry nears
SUNDAY, JULY 12, 2026
Thailand is seeking the least damaging outcome from US Section 301 proceedings over forced labour import controls and alleged excess manufacturing capacity.
How will 12.5% US tariff impact Thailand? | The Next Move EP16
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026
Professor Pavida Pananond of Thammasat Business School urges Thailand to move up the value chain and strengthen its position in high-value supply chains, as U.S. Section 301 tariffs are set to impact soon.