BORDER trade between Myanmar and Thailand totaled some US$818.72 billion, as of 20 December, 2019, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

The country’s exports to neighbouring Thailand reached $558.64 million, while imports were valued at $260.08 million.

The current trade figures increased by over $112.88 million against the same period last year. Last year, border trade between the two nations was $705.84 million.

Myanmar delivers goods to Thailand through its sea routes, as well as cross-border gates. Seven border trade camps are open between the two states, including Tachilek, Myawady, Kawthoung, Myeik, Htikhee, Mawtaung and Maesai. Apart from Myeik gate, bilateral trade from the Myanmar-Thailand borders increased, in comparison with the same time last year.

The country exports agricultural, forest and animal products, minerals, manufactured goods and other miscellaneous products to neighboring Thailand. Its imports include medicines, cosmetics, food and beverages, stationery, footwear, clothing, machinery and other commodities.

Among all border trade camps, the Htikhee gate saw the largest value of trade, with $414.85 million during the period, followed by Myawady with $247.55 million and Kawthoung with $81.84 million.

The total trade between Myanmar and four neighboring countries between 1 October and 20 December reached over $2.4 billion, increasing by $615.99 million over the same period last year.

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PHOTO: HTEIN LIN AUNG (IPRD)

(Translated by Hay Mar)

Ref; The Global New Light of Myanmar