# Thailand Targets $15 Billion Reduction in US Trade Deficit with New Export Regulations

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/trade/221056-thailand-targets-15-billion-reduction-in-us-trade-deficit-with-new-export-regulations
- Published: 2025-05-23T11:54:20+07:00
- Author: Bahar Karaman

**Thailand aims to cut its trade gap with the US by $15 billion annually through
new anti-circumvention policies, fostering a fair trade partnership while addressing
growth forecast concerns.**

## Key points

 * **Trade Proposal:** Thailand has submitted a framework of proposals to the Trump
   administration to initiate official negotiations aimed at averting a 36% tariff
   on its goods. These proposals include addressing trade rerouting by Chinese firms,
   reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers, and increasing investment.
 * **Economic Impact:** A US$15 billion reduction would represent about a third 
   of Thailand’s US$46 billion trade surplus with the US from the previous year.
 * **Investment and Collaboration:** Thailand is exploring increased investments
   by private companies in the US, focusing on sectors such as energy, digital technology,
   infrastructure, wellness tourism, and creative industries. Thai firms are expected
   to invest at least US$2 billion in the US in the near future.

Thailand aims to reduce its trade gap with the US by up to $15 billion annually 
by implementing measures to prevent misuse of export origin rules, as stated by 
Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira. He emphasized the government’s commitment 
to adopting various anti-trade circumvention policies that foster a fair trading
partnership with the US.

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While the timeline for achieving this reduction is unclear, it could significantly
impact Thailand’s existing $46 billion trade surplus with the US. The country has
presented a framework to the Trump administration to negotiate against a potential
36% tariff on Thai goods, which includes addressing trade rerouting and reducing
barriers.

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Furthermore, Thailand is focusing on investment promotion and greater scrutiny of
projects that may harm the environment. As collaborations in sectors like energy
and technology grow, Thai firms are expected to invest at least $2 billion in the
US, indicating a commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.