Thai Prime Minister Anutin Emphasizes Infrastructure and Technology Transfer as Key Drivers for Foreign Investment

Key summary

On October 25, 2026, Thai Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul stated that the government aims to reshape foreign investors' perception of Thailand. He highlighted that the country is not a destination for cheap labor but offers strong infrastructure, logistics connecting to a market of 700 million people in ASEAN, and a skilled workforce. The Prime Minister noted that foreign investment must include technology transfer. He cited that Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) grew by approximately 30% in the first half of the year compared to the full previous year. The government established an Economic Committee with private sector representatives to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and accelerate decision-making.