Thailand's Department of Trade in Foreign Affairs is closely monitoring Myanmar's economic policies following its government's 100-day performance report, which emphasizes manufacturing, agriculture, energy, and infrastructure development. Thailand plans to use the Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting scheduled for late 2026 to negotiate and resolve trade barriers, particularly Myanmar's import licensing restrictions that have impacted Thai businesses since August 2025. The outcome depends on Myanmar's economic and political stability, which could ease negotiation of trade obstacles and support long-term business confidence between the two countries.
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