PM pleased with big jump in export of Thailand's instant noodles to South Korea

Published 2023년 4월 23일

Tridge summary

Thai instant noodles have seen a significant increase in popularity in South Korea, with exports valued at US$1.92 million, a 57.1% increase from the previous year. The growth is due to the unique flavors and diverse selection of Thai instant noodles, particularly those with spicy flavors like tom yum, pad Thai, and crab curry. This trend is expected to continue as Thai cuisine becomes more popular worldwide and the consumption of ready-to-eat food products grows in Asia and other regions. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has expressed pleasure at the export figures and the potential for Thai products to increase their value through the soft power of the Thai food industry.

Disclaimer:The above summary was generated by Tridge's proprietary AI model for informational purposes.

Original content

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is pleased to see the growing popularity of Thai instant noodles in South Korea, with the value of exports increasing by 57.1% year on year to US$1.92 million, government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri said. Reports from the Department of International Trade Promotion as well as the Thai Trade Office in Seoul showed that Thai instant noodles are fast gaining popularity in the South Korean market, in keeping with the growing demand for Thai foods worldwide, which often ranked high on the global food and drink rankings. The diverse selection and unique flavours of Thai instant noodles have a strong appeal for South Korean consumers, who enjoy the spicy flavours, such as tom yum, pad Thai and crab curry. This has resulted in a continuing growth trend for Thailand's instant noodles in South Korea, Anucha said. In 2022, South Korea imported Thai instant noodles worth approximately US$1.92 million, a 57.1% increase over the previous year. This growth ...

Source: Nationthailand