Thai Chamber Plans 10 Major Events to Boost Economy
Thailand's Chamber of Commerce is organizing 10 major forums in the second half of 2026—including meetings with China and the US—to drive investment, trade partnerships, and economic growth across the country.
Phon Aramwattananont, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Thai Chamber of Commerce Federation, has outlined a second-half 2026 action plan featuring 10 major forums to create opportunities for Thai business and drive economic growth via the "Reinvent Thailand" approach.
Phon stated that major events should not be treated as standalone occasions but as catalysts for concrete trade, investment, network building, and advancement of Thailand's standing in the global economic arena. Viewed as a coherent strategy, Thailand's approach moves from hosting regional forums where it leads, into bilateral partnerships with economic giants China and the US, then strengthens domestic foundations, elevates participation in global energy and financial platforms, and circles back to expand benefits to local business networks across the country. The 10 key forums include:
1. Thailand hosted the third APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) meeting from July 6–9, 2026, a major platform for business leaders from 21 APEC economies. As host, Thailand positioned itself to voice private-sector concerns directly to APEC leaders and shaped regional economic direction going forward.
2. The Thailand–China Cooperation Expo 2026, scheduled for July 22–25, 2026 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, marks the second edition under the theme "Investing for the Future, Growing Together." The event will span over 20,000 square meters with more than 670 booths and some 270 leading companies, serving as a comprehensive platform for technology, innovation, trade, investment, and economic opportunity between Thailand and China. For Thailand, it channels Chinese investment in technology and robotics directly into Thai manufacturing supply chains and enables Thai entrepreneurs to match with Chinese partners instantly through B2B Matching activities.
3. The Thailand–U.S. Trade & Investment Summit 2026: "Building on a Longstanding Partnership" on August 17, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit, co-hosted by AMCHAM Thailand, the Thai Chamber of Commerce, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. This forum will bring together government and private-sector leaders from both nations to explore fresh trade and investment opportunities amid rapid global economic shifts, covering commerce, tourism, agriculture and food, digital economy, sustainability, digital infrastructure, health and wellness, and creative economy. It aims to deepen bilateral economic ties, attract new investment, and integrate Thai enterprises into global economic and technology supply chains.
4. The Sampha-Navathong Award and Ethics Excellence Award ceremony for 2026, scheduled for August 26, 2026 at the Thai Chamber of Commerce University, honoring government agencies that improve performance, streamline processes, and enhance service delivery.
