Exports of key products to China include computer parts and components, electronic integrated circuits, wood products and chemical products. Thailand could gain from a US-China trade war in the long run as trade and investment diverts to Thailand. Auto parts exports have been affected by the trade war. "We are closely monitoring Thai exports and witnessing the impact on a list of items," Mr Supant said. In the private sector, the Thai export growth forecast has been slashed to 2.5-3% this year, marking a second downgrade for 2019.

Source: Bangkok Post May 19, 2019 23:30 UTC