Thailand's exports rose 24.3% YoY in August, the strongest increase in 56 months, after a 21.6% gain in July, the Thai commerce ministry said. Imports increased 25.1% YoY in August, down from 36.7% in July. The trade deficit narrowed to $2.5 bln in August from $3.6 bln in July. The ministry expects exports to hit a record this year. Electronics, which account for nearly one-third of exports, are expected to remain the main driver as global tech firms boost investment in AI infrastructure, while

Sept. 24 — At a regular briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun was asked about a New York Times report quoting US Treasury Secretary Bessent that he and Vice Premier He Lifeng agreed to establish a formal communication mechanism, including an emergency hotline for AI security incidents. Guo said China has already published information on US‑China economic and trade consultations and did not confirm the specific proposal, recommending that reporters direct detailed questions to the competent Chinese departments.

伦敦金属交易所(LME)：铝库存持平，铜库存减少1325吨，镍库存增加300吨，锌库存增加8325吨，铅库存减少1850吨，锡库存减少85吨。