Thailand worried China-Laos railway will open floodgate for Chinese goods


BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): The Thai Chamber of Commerce recently raised concerns that the China-Laos railway will hurt Thailand’s agricultural economy and the competitiveness of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

TCC fears the Nong Khai checkpoint will become a gateway for Chinese fruits and vegetables.

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