Thai-Chinese Business Cooperation Mechanism Acceleration

Khaosod•Economy•1d ago

Reader Briefing

The Thai Chamber of Commerce and Chinese Enterprise Association are driving a cooperation mechanism to link Chinese investors with Thai businesses and government agencies.

•The Thai Chamber of Commerce, Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, and Chinese Enterprise Association in Thailand are coordinating a business cooperation mechanism.
•On September 11, 2026, a business exchange event was held at East Pana Hotel, Rayong Province.
•Over 100 Chinese investors in Rayong and nearby provinces attended the event to discuss operational issues.
•The mechanism aims to facilitate legal information, problem-solving, and supply chain linking between Chinese investors and Thai suppliers.

Overview

•Chinese investment is playing an increasing role in Thailand's production and industrial sectors, particularly in Rayong Province and key industrial areas.
•Investment from China contributes to the Thai economy through employment, procurement of domestic raw materials and parts, supply chain development, and R&D.
•Pot Aramwattananon, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand, is driving a mechanism to coordinate between investors, government agencies, and Thai businesses.
•The Thai Chamber of Commerce, Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, and Chinese Enterprise Association in Thailand coordinated with the Chinese Embassy in Thailand and government sectors.
•On September 11, 2026, the three organizations organized a business exchange activity at East Pana Hotel in Rayong Province under the concept of sustainable investment cooperation.
•The Board of Investment, Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand, Department of Employment, Department of Industrial Works, and Immigration Bureau provided information and answered questions at the event.
•Chinese entrepreneurs expressed concerns regarding the duration of permit processes and the need for a One-Stop Service and continuous regulatory guidance.
•Information from the exchange will be coordinated with relevant agencies to ensure business fluidity under Thai laws and standards.

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Key Quotes

Pot Aramwattananon

"The challenge today is not just how to get investors to come in, but how to ensure that existing investments move forward smoothly and connect more with Thailand."

โจทย์วันนี้ไม่ใช่แค่ทำอย่างไรให้นักลงทุนเข้ามา แต่ต้องทำอย่างไรให้การลงทุนที่เกิดขึ้นแล้วเดินหน้าได้อย่างราบรื่น และเชื่อมโยงกับประเทศไทยได้มากขึ้น

Key Entities

Organization

Thai Chamber of Commerce(หอการค้าไทย)

An organization collaborating with Chinese associations to drive business cooperation mechanisms.

Chinese Enterprise Association(สมาคมวิสาหกิจจีน)

An organization collaborating with the Thai Chamber of Commerce to enhance business links between China and Thailand.

Board of Trade of Thailand(สภาหอการค้าแห่งประเทศไทย)

The organization whose chairman, Pot Aramwattananon, is leading the Thai-Chinese business mechanism.

Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce(หอการค้าไทย–จีน)

An organization involved in driving the Thai-Chinese business cooperation mechanism.

Chinese Enterprise Association in Thailand(สมาคมวิสาหกิจจีนในประเทศไทย)

An organization driving the Thai-Chinese business cooperation mechanism.

Chinese Embassy in Thailand(สถานเอกอัครราชทูตจีนประจำประเทศไทย)

A government body coordinating with the business cooperation mechanism.

Board of Investment(สำนักงานคณะกรรมการส่งเสริมการลงทุน)