Thailand Launches Green Economy Vision For Sustainable Growth
Thailand's Prime Minister launched the Green Thailand vision at an international forum, positioning green economy as essential for sustainable long-term growth while balancing environmental protection with development.
Prime Minister Anuthin Charnvirakul announced the Green Thailand vision on July 22, 2025, at the Nong Nooch International Convention Center in Chachoengsao, declaring that green economy would serve as the foundation for long-term growth. Speaking at the inaugural Green Bridge Forum organized by the Office of the Auditor General (OAG), with supreme audit representatives from numerous countries in attendance, the prime minister expressed satisfaction that Thailand is hosting the first Green Bridge Forum and commended the OAG for initiating this international cooperation platform, reflecting Thailand's role in advancing environmental governance and sustainable development.
The prime minister emphasized that all nations currently face the shared challenge of achieving economic growth while protecting the environment, noting that the green transition represents a major global economic transformation. Countries that adapt efficiently will attract investment, boost competitiveness, strengthen energy security, and enhance resilience to future crises.
Anuthin proclaimed the Green Thailand vision, championing green economy as the foundation for sustainable development. He affirmed that Thailand adheres to principles of simultaneous economic development and environmental conservation, viewing sustainability not as a limitation on growth but as a crucial foundation for long-term prosperity. The government will advance a strong, environmentally friendly, innovative, and resilient economy through clean energy investment, modern infrastructure, future industries, responsible resource management, and innovation that boosts productivity while reducing environmental impact.
The prime minister emphasized that transitioning to a green economy requires strong governance, efficient budget use, measurable policy implementation, and transparency and accountability. He noted that the OAG plays a critical role in evaluating government policy performance, supporting evidence-based policymaking, ensuring transparency, and building public and investor confidence.
Anuthin stated that in an interconnected world, trust is essential capital for development as it promotes investment, international cooperation, and long-term structural reform, with independent audit organizations playing a vital role in building such confidence. He described the Green Bridge concept as a bridge connecting policy to practice, innovation to responsibility, economic growth to environmental care, and each nation's priorities to global cooperation.
The prime minister reiterated that no country can address climate change alone and that Thailand is ready to collaborate with the global community, playing an active role in INTOSAI's Working Group on Environmental Auditing to promote environmental governance.
