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Thailand proposes durian export duty, potentially raising prices in China

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Thailand is considering a new export duty on durians, a move that could increase prices for consumers in China, its largest market. The proposed levy, part of a draft bill, aims to fund research and sustainable development within Thailand's durian sector. Analysts suggest this duty, potentially around 2 baht per kilogram, may be passed on to Chinese supermarkets, impacting the final price of the fruit. AI

RANK_REASON Significant policy change by a national government affecting international trade. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Thailand proposes durian export duty, potentially raising prices in China

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ralph Jennings ·

    Could Thai durian export duty mean higher prices, higher quality in China?

    A Thai government proposal to charge export duties on durians, a major cash crop, could raise prices for the fruit in China – its primary market – along with the quality, analysts said. Thailand’s draft bill to establish a fund for research and “sustainable” development of the du…

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