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Crafts 2026 Launched to Boost Thai Crafts Globally, Eying 150M Baht

Crafts 2026 Launched to Boost Thai Crafts Globally, Eying 150M Baht

Thansettakij•Economy•4d ago

Reader Briefing

The Ministry of Commerce, through SACIT, launches 'Crafts Bangkok 2026' to elevate Thai crafts globally, anticipating significant economic impact.

  • •The Ministry of Commerce and SACIT have launched 'Crafts Bangkok 2026' to promote Thai crafts internationally.
  • •The event, held from June 3-7, 2026, aims to position Thai handicrafts as 'National Gifts'.
  • •An estimated 150 million baht in economic circulation and over 50,000 visitors are expected.
  • •A collaboration between SACIT and the Department of Intellectual Property aims to protect and leverage intellectual property for artisans.

Overview

  • •'Crafts Bangkok 2026' is scheduled from June 3-7, 2026.
  • •Supachai Suthumpun stated that the Ministry of Commerce integrates efforts to support Thai entrepreneurs' skills and market reach.
  • •'Crafts Bangkok 2026' was officially opened by Supachai Suthumpun on June 3, 2026.
  • •The event is projected to generate at least 150 million baht in circulation.
  • •Over 50,000 visitors are anticipated at the event.
  • •SACIT signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Intellectual Property to promote knowledge and IP protection.
  • •The event aims to connect Thai craftsmanship with younger generations and the global market.
  • •The exhibition is open daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.

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Key Quotes

Supachai Suthumpun
"The Ministry of Commerce works with all agencies in an integrated manner to help build on the skills, creativity, and potential of Thai entrepreneurs, from product development and intellectual property protection to marketing and sales channel expansion, enabling skilled individuals and small entrepreneurs to grow and generate sustainable income."
กระทรวงพาณิชย์ทำงานร่วมกันแบบบูรณาการทุกหน่วยงาน เพื่อช่วยต่อยอดฝีมือ ความคิดสร้างสรรค์ และศักยภาพของผู้ประกอบการไทย ตั้งแต่การพัฒนาสินค้า การคุ้มครองทรัพย์สินทางปัญญา ไปจนถึงการทำตลาดและขยายช่องทางการขาย เพื่อให้ผู้มีฝีมือและผู้ประกอบการรายเล็กสามารถเติบโตและสร้างรายได้ได้อย่างยั่งยืน

Key Entities

Person

Supachai Suthumpun(ศุภจี สุธรรมพันธุ์)
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce who presided over the opening of 'Crafts Bangkok 2026'.
Assistant Professor Dr. Anucha Teerakanon(ผู้ช่วยศาสตราจารย์ ดร.อนุชา ทีรคานนท์)
Director of the Thai Institute for the Promotion of Artistic Handicrafts (SACIT), who provided details about the 'Crafts Bangkok 2026' event.

Organization

Thai Institute for the Promotion of Artistic Handicrafts (Public Organization) or SACIT(สถาบันส่งเสริมศิลปหัตถกรรมไทย (องค์การมหาชน) หรือ SACIT)
An organization under the Ministry of Commerce responsible for promoting Thai handicrafts, which opened the 'Crafts Bangkok 2026' event.
Department of Intellectual Property(กรมทรัพย์สินทางปัญญา)
A government department that signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SACIT to promote knowledge and protect intellectual property for Thai artisans.

Law

National Gift(ของขวัญแห่งชาติ (National Gift))
A designation aimed at promoting Thai handicrafts as esteemed gifts, developed as part of the Crafts Bangkok 2026 initiative.

Place

Queen Sirikit National Convention Center(ศูนย์การประชุมแห่งชาติสิริกิติ์)ℹ️
The venue where the 'Crafts Bangkok 2026' event is being held.