Ministry of Commerce Opens Thailand Local SDGs Plus Expo 2026

Matichon•Economy•5d ago

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The Ministry of Commerce organized the Thailand Local SDGs Plus Expo 2026 to promote sustainable products and expand market opportunities for regional entrepreneurs.

•The event takes place from August 21-23, 2026, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.
•Over 200 high-potential entrepreneurs from 76 provinces are participating in the expo.
•The event features business matching, a Design & Innovation Clinic, and private sector MOU signings.
•The project aims to align local products with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) under the MOC+ vision.

Overview

•The Ministry of Commerce, via the Office of the Permanent Secretary, opened the Thailand Local SDGs Plus Expo 2026 at Hall 7, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.
•Ms. Banjongjit Angsusing, Advisor to the Minister of Commerce, presided over the opening ceremony alongside Deputy Permanent Secretary Lt. Col. Chakkra Yodmanee.
•The event features over 200 booths with more than 1,000 items across six product groups, including food, beverages, fashion, and health products.
•The Ministry of Commerce implemented Business Matching to connect local producers with department stores and hotels, targeting an economic value of at least 500 million baht.
•Ms. Banjongjit Angsusing stated that the Ministry of Commerce aims to elevate the capabilities of entrepreneurs across 76 provinces to produce goods aligned with sustainable trade trends.
•The expo includes a special exhibition titled 'Thai Wisdom to Sustainable Fashion' reflecting the vision of Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya.
•The Thailand Local SDGs Plus Expo 2026 is being held for the 4th consecutive year, evolving from the BCG concept used in 2023.
•The event offers daily seminars at 13:00, workshops such as seed bombs and pot painting, and live music performances.

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Key Entities

Organization

Ministry of Commerce(กระทรวงพาณิชย์)ℹ️

The government ministry organizing the Thailand Local SDGs Plus Expo 2026 to drive the MOC+ economic policy.

Office of the Permanent Secretary for Commerce(สำนักงานปลัดกระทรวงพาณิชย์)

The department within the Ministry of Commerce responsible for opening the Thailand Local SDGs Plus Expo 2026.