After 10 months of contraction, Thai exports expand 2.6% in August

BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): Thailand's exports expanded by 2.6% in August, ending 10 consecutive months of contraction.

Commerce Ministry permanent secretary Keerati Rushchano said Thai exports in August were valued at US$24.28 billion (824.94 billion baht), reflecting a 2.6% growth over the past 11 months of the fiscal year ending in September.