"Anutin” opens “Thailand - China Cooperation Expo 2025” to strengthen bilateral ties and advance five key sectors — Logistics, Green Business, Innovation, Agriculture, and Tourism — driving Thailand toward sustainable global leadership

(SAP News - Sukritta Tangteerawan, Punyaphon Rakcharoen)

On 26th September 2025, at the Challenger Hall, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, the “Thailand - China Cooperation Expo 2025” was officially launched to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the People’s Republic of China. The event, held from September 26 to 28, 2025, is organized by the Board of Trade of Thailand (BoT), the Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, and the Chinese Enterprise Association, key coordinating organization promoting sustainable Thai-Chinese business relations. IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. also serves as a co-organizer of the event.

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This occasion is not only a celebration of bilateral ties but also serves as a strategic platform to showcase the strength of the private sector in driving the economic future of the region in a stable and sustainable manner.

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The opening ceremony was graciously presided over by H.E. Gen. Surayud Chulanont, Privy Councilor, with a speech delivered by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. Other distinguished speakers included: Dr. Phot Aramwattananon, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand, Mr. Narongsak Putthapornmongkol, Chairman of the Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Liu Chuanlei, President of the China Enterprise Association, Mr. Paul Kanjanapas, CEO of IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd., H.E. Mr. Zhang Jianwei, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Thailand.

The event was also honored by the attendance of Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, Minister of Commerce, who joined the official opening ceremony.

Anutin Charnviraku, PM and Minister of Interior, stated that the Thailand-China Cooperation Expo 2025 is an important platform for reflecting Thailand's close relationship with the People's Republic of China, especially since the 2 countries's diplomatic relations have been in place for 50 years. The event aims to showcase Thailand's worldwide growth potential, notably in sectors such as digital economy technology and clean energy leadership. At the same time, Thailand is improving its infrastructure and economic systems to meet future growth demands.

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There are five crucial developmental dimensions:

1. Infrastructure and logistics linkages. The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) investment project, a Thai-Chinese high-speed railway, will not only connect the two countries, but will also act as the primary route between ASEAN and southern China, resulting in a continuous commercial and tourism network.

2. The green economy and clean energy dimension: Thailand has the potential to become a manufacturing hub for electric vehicles and technologies, with China as its key partner. A new five-year trade and economic cooperation development plan, spanning 2025 - 2029, has been designed to broaden collaboration into new strategic areas such as semiconductors, batteries, green manufacturing for sustainable growth.

3. Digital technology and innovation: Developing a mutually beneficial digital economy platform by connecting cross-border trade finance, artificial intelligence research, allowing Thai - Chinese enterprises, particularly startups, to get easier access to new markets.

4. Agricultural and food security are critical for both Thailand, a producing country, and China, a populous country.

5. People-to-people exchanges in education and culture, such as quality tourism, student and professional exchanges, language and cultural learning, will strengthen Thai-Chinese relations by promoting understanding and the preservation of the cultural heritage passed down through future generations of both countries' relatives

The Expo featured five major highlight activities under the theme “Advancing Prosperity Together”, as follows:

1. Regional Trade Exhibition: Featuring over 700 booths and more than 120 leading companies from both Thailand and China.

2. Education Fair: Offering over 600 scholarships for secondary school, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels, along with numerous exclusive opportunities.

3. Job Fair: Presenting job openings from over 100 participating companies across various industries.

4. Seminars: In-depth discussions led by experts from both countries.

5. Gala Dinner: An exclusive networking opportunity with business leaders, investors, and policy-makers.

At the end, Mr. Anutin stated that he and the Thai government are committed to make Thailand a regional hub for commerce, investment and innovation. This will be accomplished by collaborating closely with China to speed up corporate operations and promote stable mutual growth in both countries private sectors.

To demonstrate that we are more than just economic partners, but also a vital gateway to future regional collaboration, Thailand and China's long-standing friendship serves as a springboard for sustainable growth across all dimensions.

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