Thailand and the US are negotiating a reciprocal trade agreement (RTA) to rebalance bilateral trade, with significant focus on expanding investment in advanced technologies (AI, robotics, semiconductors, biotech, clean energy) and increasing imports of US machinery, energy, and agricultural goods. The deal aims to position Thailand as a resilient manufacturing hub and attract US investors to participate in the next phase of economic development, with negotiations expected to advance between August 30 and September 1.