BANGKOK, Thailand – The Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP), in collaboration with Prince of Songkla University, Digilink (Thailand) Co., Ltd., and Alibaba Group, has launched the “Thai SMEs New Opportunity Gateways” project to expand international trade opportunities for Thai entrepreneurs by connecting them with business partners and potential buyers in four major Chinese economic cities.
Dr. Panita Shinawatra, Deputy Director and Acting Director of OSMEP, said Thai SMEs must adapt to changing global business conditions and explore new markets to strengthen their competitiveness. She stressed that the success of international business initiatives should be measured by tangible results, including new business partnerships, expanded sales channels, and potential export orders and revenue.
The project, developed in collaboration with Prince of Songkla University and Digilink (Thailand) Co., Ltd., will focus on four strategic cities in China: Hangzhou, offering opportunities in fashion, lifestyle and content-driven businesses; Guangzhou, a major hub for food and beverage industries; Chongqing, with potential in health, wellness and services for ageing societies; and Shenzhen, which offers opportunities in fashion, design, technology, software, gaming and artificial intelligence.
The initiative will provide Thai entrepreneurs with market-specific preparation, business-matching activities, access to Alibaba’s Small Order Zone, and networking opportunities. These activities are designed to help participants present their products and services, connect with overseas distributors and major buyers, and develop sustainable business partnerships.
OSMEP expects the project to open new trade channels, enhance the international presence of Thai products and services, and strengthen the long-term competitiveness of Thai SMEs. Further information is available at www.sme.go.th and OSMEP’s official Facebook page. (NNT)
