One Stop Centre Launches to Shield Thai Exporters from US Tariffs

Bangkok Business News: Government Moves to Cushion Tariff Blow

The Ministry of Commerce has rolled out a one-stop service centre in Bangkok aimed at helping Thai exporters navigate the challenges posed by the newly enforced 19% US tariff on imports from Thailand. The centre, located at the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) on Ratchadaphisek Road, will cater to both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and large corporations, offering rapid-response support to preserve market competitiveness. Staff from 12 agencies, including eight under the Ministry of Commerce, have been assigned to provide expertise on-site.

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The services offered range from tariff consultations and mitigation strategies to market intelligence, cost-reduction advice, and business expansion planning. According to this Bangkok Business News report, agencies involved include the Department of Foreign Trade, Department of Trade Negotiations, Department of Business Development, Department of Intellectual Property, Department of Internal Trade, Trade Policy and Strategy Office, and the International Institute for Trade and Development. Four external partners — the Thai Chamber of Commerce, the Central Islamic Committee of Thailand, the Customs Department, and the Export-Import Bank of Thailand — are also participating.

Partnership With the Thai Chamber of Commerce

This initiative is part of broader government measures to counter the negative impact of the US tariffs. Walk-in consultations are available on weekdays, with weekend openings under review. Exporters can also seek help via the Export Hotline 1169 or 02-513-1909. The Thai Chamber of Commerce has joined forces with the Ministry of Commerce to address not only US tariffs but also other pressing trade concerns such as counterfeit goods, advancing Thailand-EU free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations, and boosting border trade resilience.

Four-Point Action Plan for Economic Recovery

The Chamber has put forward four key proposals:

International Trade Promotion — Preparing exporters for US tariff measures, tackling counterfeit imports, and supporting sectors like rubber glove manufacturing.

Trade and Transport Facilitation — Reducing logistics costs, streamlining government data integration, and improving SME funding access.

Expanding FTA Cooperation — Accelerating trade agreements with the EU and tapping into new markets in South Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

Border Trade and Economic Security — Providing relief for entrepreneurs affected by border closures, introducing soft loans, and enhancing export risk insurance.

Adapting To a Shifting Global Trade Landscape

Global trade is becoming increasingly complex due to geopolitical tensions, climate change impacts, and rapidly evolving regulations. US tariffs have disrupted supply chains, raised costs, and complicated compliance with rules such as the Regional Value Content (RVC) requirements. The Thai Chamber of Commerce has urged the government to form a special working group combining the efforts of multiple ministries and agencies to address these trade disruptions holistically.

The government’s decisive move to establish the one-stop service centre marks a strategic effort to shield Thai exporters from immediate tariff pressures while laying the groundwork for long-term resilience. With coordinated support from both public and private sectors, Thailand aims to maintain its competitive edge in a volatile global economy.

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