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Story summary
- Thai rice exports to the Middle East have halted due to the war.
- Two ships carrying 80,000 tonnes bound for Iraq were suspended at a Bangkok port, with buyers requesting return to warehouses.
- Chookiat Ophaswongse of the Thai Rice Exporters Association stated shipments could be suspended for months, worsening farmers' conditions.
- Thailand's rice exports are projected to fall 11% this year, as the conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz routes.
