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President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt concluded a three-country Asian tour on October 12, 2026, having visited the Republic of Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia between October 6 and 11, 2026. The visit aimed to boost economic relations, attract investment, and promote industry…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt concluded his October 2026 tour of three Asian nations—South Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia—with an official visit to Jakarta. During meetings with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at the Merdeka Palace on October 11, 2026, the…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt completed an official visit to South Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia from October 6 to 11, 2026, aiming to strengthen economic ties and attract investment. Upon returning on October 12, 2026, he stated that the tour resulted in signing and…
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Esmail Baghi, spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated via IRNA that the suspension of cross-border movement between Iran and Pakistan is a temporary measure caused by technical issues and precautionary steps. Both countries are coordinating to resolve the…
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On September 16, 2026, the European Parliament voted to approve a reform of the Union Customs Code (UCC), designated as Regulation (EU) 2026/2108. Published in the Official Journal of the European Union on September 19, 2026, the regulation replaces Regulation (EU) No 952/2013…
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The Ministry of Industry and Trade in Vietnam is preparing a major restructuring of the country's power sector. The plan involves separating the National Power Transmission Corporation (NPT) from Vietnam Electricity (EVN), a state-owned utility, and transferring it to an agency…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
The Vietnamese Ministry of Finance has proposed extending the preferential tax regime for automobile production and assembly by five years until the end of 2075. The proposal includes amending Decree No. 26/2023/NĐ-CP to adjust support measures and allow for the refund of import…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
Infrastructure failures at Black Sea ports linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict have disrupted shipments of sunflower oil and yellow peas destined for India. This has led to reduced imports of sunflower oil, delays or cancellations in logistics, a shift toward palm oil…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
On August 12, 2026, the Southern African Customs Union (SACU)—comprising South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, and Eswatini—and India signed a framework to resume negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) that had stalled since 2023. The parties aim to conclude…
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its economic growth forecast for South Africa in 2026 to 1.0 percent from a previous estimate of 1.1 percent in July 2026, according to the October 2026 World Economic Outlook report. The downgrade reflects ongoing impacts from…
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Farmers across Taraba State, Nigeria, warn that surging gasoline and diesel prices are driving up production costs to unsustainable levels. High expenses for fuel, fertilizer, tractor rentals, and labor, combined with low crop prices, have caused significant financial losses.…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
A study by DiDi Food and Trendo reveals that Mexican food consumption habits are shifting due to the rise of food delivery platforms and increased acceptance of international cuisine. In 2025 (B.E. 2568), the platform recorded approximately 130 million orders, with over 65% of…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
The United States remains a top global food importer due to domestic supply gaps for items like oats, aromatic rice, sugar, and beef. Recent Federal Reserve data indicates that tariffs implemented last year significantly raised retail food prices, with the average effective…
Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) ·
The Office of Trade Policy and Strategy (OTOP) reported that the construction material price index for September 2026 stood at 113.7, representing a year-on-year increase of 6.8% compared to September 2025. This rise was driven by higher prices across nearly all categories,…
TPSO (Ministry of Commerce) ·
The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public warning urging consumers to exercise caution when purchasing sweets via online channels. The alert follows reports of three individuals, including a 2-year-old child, experiencing adverse health effects after…
Thai FDA - News (ข่าวสาร อย.) ·
From October 12 to 16, 2026, the National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), in collaboration with the Royal Project Foundation, conducted installation and testing activities for the B-CYCLE…
MTEC - Materials research ·
On October 15, 2026, the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Themsak Sirakarin, Director of the Materials and Metallurgy Research Center (MTEC), welcomed a delegation from the Sugarcane and Sugar Board (SOTC) under the Ministry of…
MTEC - Materials research ·
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has officially announced the third edition of ASEAN India+ Shoppers in Thailand 2026, running from September to November. The campaign operates under a 'MORE VALUE. MORE THAILAND.' concept, offering shopping, dining, and accommodation privileges…
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The Korean Embassy has released a list of receipt numbers for applicants whose electronic passports have been issued, along with operating hours, collection procedures, and validity rules.
주태국 대한민국대사관 ·
The Korean government operates a mandatory registration system for its citizens residing or staying abroad for more than 90 days in a specific foreign location. This system, established under the Overseas Citizen Registration Act, aims to facilitate overseas citizen activities,…
주태국 대한민국대사관 ·