China has suspended the import of aquatic products from Japan since August 24, and Thailand sees this as an opportunity to increase its seafood exports and gain a larger share in the Chinese market. Thailand has already seen a significant increase in its export of aquatic products to China, with a 45.5% increase in the first seven months of 2023. While Thailand has not banned imports from Japan, it has strengthened monitoring of aquatic products entering the country to ensure consumer safety.