Factor adjustment implications of a free trade agreement between the United States and Thailand

► Many U.S. industries experienced large increases in intra-industry trade with Thailand over the 2000-2008 period. ► Ten industries may experience factor adjustment pressures from the proposed United States-Thailand free trade agreement. ► These industries account for 38% of all U.S. imports from Thailand and 4% of imports from all trading partners. ► Nine Thai industries may also face factor adjustment pressure.