Demand for seafood is rising among people in Thailand, and major producer Norway sees a golden opportunity to satisfy their appetite.



Officials from the Scandinavian country recently held an event in Bangkok. Norway's famed mackerel and salmon played a starring role.



Thailand is an increasingly popular trade partner, especially in light of US tariffs. The Norwegian officials say their seafood exports to the Southeast Asian nation grew 13 percent last year. Four European countries including Norway signed a free-trade pact with Thailand in January.



Ashild Nakken, the Norwegian Seafood Council's Director of Southeast Asia, described the agreement as a "great thing" in light of possible situations with other countries.



Thailand's push to boost exports to Europe includes specialty products such as shrimp and coconuts.
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Quiz 1:
In which country did Norwegian officials recently hold an event featuring their famed mackerel and salmon?
A. China
B. Thailand
C. India
D. Indonesia

Quiz 2:
What was the percentage growth of Norway's seafood exports to Thailand last year?
A. 5%
B. 10%
C. 13%
D. 17%

Quiz 3:
Which of the following countries, along with Norway, signed a free-trade pact with Thailand in January?
A. China
B. India
C. United States
D. Four European countries including Norway