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SĀN CONNECT 2026

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MARKET OPPORTUNITIES

18 target markets.
Demand-led pathways.

Explore the trading context. Identify the questions that matter. Prepare for relevant conversations with Thai businesses.

18international target markets
Thai buyers are welcome too

18 proposed outreach markets

Hover to trace a route. Select a country for trade facts.

Connecting markets to ThailandProposed outreach markets. Participation is subject to qualification and confirmation. Markers represent countries, not company locations. The country selector provides the same controls.ChinaJapanSouth KoreaSingaporeMalaysiaIndonesiaVietnamPhilippinesIndiaAustraliaUnited Arab EmiratesSaudi ArabiaUnited StatesCanadaUnited KingdomGermanyNetherlandsFranceThailand
Proposed outreach markets. Participation is subject to qualification and confirmation.
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Choose a country on the map or from the list to explore trade with Thailand and prepare your business conversation.

Proposed buyer outreach markets. Participation is subject to qualification and confirmation.

TRADE, IN PERSPECTIVE

See how Thai exports changed.

Merchandise exports to the 18 proposed outreach markets. Compare 2024 and 2025 on one common, zero-based scale.

○ 2024● 2025Billion current USD · ordered by 2025 value

  1. United States55.08 → 72.60↗ 31.81% increase

    United States · 2024: 55.08 · 2025: 72.60 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  2. China35.28 → 39.83↗ 12.92% increase

    China · 2024: 35.28 · 2025: 39.83 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  3. Japan23.29 → 23.55↗ 1.14% increase

    Japan · 2024: 23.29 · 2025: 23.55 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  4. India11.76 → 15.87↗ 34.96% increase

    India · 2024: 11.76 · 2025: 15.87 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  5. Malaysia12.32 → 13.48↗ 9.35% increase

    Malaysia · 2024: 12.32 · 2025: 13.48 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  6. Vietnam11.78 → 12.79↗ 8.57% increase

    Vietnam · 2024: 11.78 · 2025: 12.79 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  7. Singapore10.37 → 12.07↗ 16.42% increase

    Singapore · 2024: 10.37 · 2025: 12.07 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  8. Australia12.35 → 12.05↘ 2.45% decrease

    Australia · 2024: 12.35 · 2025: 12.05 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  9. Indonesia9.49 → 9.31↘ 1.95% decrease

    Indonesia · 2024: 9.49 · 2025: 9.31 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  10. Philippines7.78 → 7.90↗ 1.53% increase

    Philippines · 2024: 7.78 · 2025: 7.90 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  11. Netherlands6.43 → 7.02↗ 9.22% increase

    Netherlands · 2024: 6.43 · 2025: 7.02 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  12. South Korea5.96 → 5.77↘ 3.12% decrease

    South Korea · 2024: 5.96 · 2025: 5.77 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  13. Germany5.33 → 5.73↗ 7.59% increase

    Germany · 2024: 5.33 · 2025: 5.73 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  14. United Arab Emirates3.64 → 4.49↗ 23.22% increase

    United Arab Emirates · 2024: 3.64 · 2025: 4.49 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  15. United Kingdom4.20 → 4.44↗ 5.72% increase

    United Kingdom · 2024: 4.20 · 2025: 4.44 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  16. Saudi Arabia2.86 → 2.60↘ 8.86% decrease

    Saudi Arabia · 2024: 2.86 · 2025: 2.60 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  17. Canada2.13 → 2.59↗ 21.47% increase

    Canada · 2024: 2.13 · 2025: 2.59 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗
  18. France1.99 → 2.08↗ 4.19% increase

    France · 2024: 1.99 · 2025: 2.08 billion USD

    UN Comtrade · 2024 ↗ UN Comtrade · 2025 ↗

Source: the same UN Comtrade annual snapshots used in the country profiles. Reporter: Thailand; flow: merchandise exports. Percentage change = (2025 ÷ 2024 − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. These are nominal trade values, not inflation-adjusted growth, SĀN orders or confirmed Buyer participation.

MARKET COMPARISON · 2025

See markets side by side.

Compare up to three overseas targets using the same 2025 trade snapshot.

The three markets below are an example to explore.

2025 · current USD · UN Comtrade · retrieved 8 Sep 2026

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.
Continue to the full market profiles

A broader international buyer network

6 regions · 18 international targets, with opportunities to connect with buyers in Thailand too.

01 — MARKET INTELLIGENCE

Choose a market. See the context.

Explore the sourced merchandise-trade snapshot, then use the wider industry scope to prepare a separate buyer brief.

Country directory and trade information

19 markets shown

2025 data · UN Comtrade

Selected market

China

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandChina

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Long-standing relations and strategic cooperation

Diplomatic ties were established on 1 July 1975, followed by a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership in 2012.

Education, science and culture

Cooperation includes science and technology, education, tourism and culture, with an agreement on mutual recognition of higher-education qualifications and degrees.

Country at a glance

2024

China · East Asia & Pacific

Population
1,408.98million people
Economy (GDP)
18,729.7billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ACFTAIn forceASEAN–China Free Trade AreaGoods, services and investment between ASEAN and China.

Economic and trade agreement

Includes goods, services and investment agreements under the ASEAN–China framework. Goods preferences require the relevant origin and certification conditions to be met.

Prepare a business conversation

Compare ACFTA with RCEP and prepare material, production-process and origin evidence appropriate to the product.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 29 December 1986

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade147.47billion USD
Thai exports to this market39.83billion USD
12.92%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market107.63billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
132.94million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
48.30million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
151.12million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
7.43million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: China

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports35.277139.8350
Thai imports80.6145107.6320
Two-way trade115.8915147.4670

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Japan

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandJapan

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Relations since 1887

Diplomatic relations date to September 1887; the partnership was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2022.

Economic links and people-to-people exchange

Cooperation covers the economy, education, culture, youth and sport, connecting business networks with opportunities for people and skills.

Country at a glance

2024

Japan · East Asia & Pacific

Population
123.98million people
Economy (GDP)
4,190.0billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

4 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

JTEPAIn forceJapan–Thailand Economic Partnership AgreementA bilateral framework for economic partnership.

Economic and trade agreement

In force since November 2007, with origin and operational documents updated periodically. It is an option alongside AJCEP and RCEP.

Prepare a business conversation

Prepare specifications, quality, traceability and production information before comparing the available agreement terms.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
AJCEPIn forceASEAN–Japan Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional goods trade and production-chain connections.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 June 2009. Agreement documents include additional services, investment and movement-of-persons provisions to check for the relevant parties.

Prepare a business conversation

Consider this framework for regional sourcing or production, alongside JTEPA and RCEP.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 30 August 1990

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade53.21billion USD
Thai exports to this market23.55billion USD
1.14%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market29.66billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
54.74million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
340.43million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
24.20million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
36.17million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Japan

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports23.285923.5518
Thai imports28.724829.6575
Two-way trade52.010753.2093

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
South Korea

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandSouth Korea

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Connected through ASEAN–Korea cooperation

The Republic of Korea became a full ASEAN Dialogue Partner in 1991, with summit-level engagement from 1997. Thailand participates alongside bilateral cooperation.

An example in food and knowledge exchange

In August 2026, the Thai Embassy in Seoul and Khon Kaen University discussed food cooperation with a Korean bakery business—an example of business–university connections.

Country at a glance

2024

South Korea · East Asia & Pacific

Population
51.75million people
Economy (GDP)
1,875.4billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

AKFTAIn forceASEAN–Korea Free Trade AreaGoods, services and investment framework with the Republic of Korea.

Economic and trade agreement

Comprises several agreements and Thailand’s accession instruments. Each part has its own conditions and schedules; use the documents applicable to the parties and transaction.

Prepare a business conversation

Compare classification and origin terms with RCEP, and clarify product standards, testing and responsibility for importing into Korea.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 29 June 2007

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade15.59billion USD
Thai exports to this market5.77billion USD
3.12%decrease from 2024
Thai imports from this market9.82billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
19.39million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
37.79million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
29.54million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
11.72million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: South Korea

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports5.95685.7712
Thai imports9.34209.8173
Two-way trade15.298815.5885

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Singapore

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandSingapore

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Founding ASEAN together

Thailand and Singapore are founding ASEAN members, joining the Bangkok Declaration on 8 August 1967—a foundation for regional cooperation.

Culture and the creative economy

In August 2026, the Thai Embassy in Singapore and Thailand’s Creative Economy Agency discussed support for Thai artists, alongside a Singapore Night Festival presentation—an example of cultural exchange.

Country at a glance

2024

Singapore · East Asia & Pacific

Population
6.04million people
Economy (GDP)
572.9billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ATIGAIn forceASEAN Trade in Goods AgreementIntra-ASEAN goods trade under AFTA.

Economic and trade agreement

Covers tariff schedules, origin rules, customs and goods-trade facilitation. Eligibility depends on the product and applicable conditions, rather than every transaction qualifying automatically.

Prepare a business conversation

Check classification, origin rules and accepted evidence for the trade route. Review services frameworks and sector rules separately for service offers.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 15 February 2016

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade19.66billion USD
Thai exports to this market12.07billion USD
16.42%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market7.59billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
10.23million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
21.08million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
16.52million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
9.64million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Singapore

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports10.365212.0676
Thai imports7.38577.5924
Two-way trade17.750919.6599

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Malaysia

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandMalaysia

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Founding ASEAN together

Thailand and Malaysia are founding ASEAN members, joining the Bangkok Declaration on 8 August 1967—a foundation for regional cooperation.

Education and youth networks

In 2026, the Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur organised a programme connecting young people from Thailand’s southern border provinces with Thai students in Malaysia, illustrating educational and community ties.

Country at a glance

2024

Malaysia · East Asia & Pacific

Population
35.56million people
Economy (GDP)
422.2billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ATIGAIn forceASEAN Trade in Goods AgreementIntra-ASEAN goods trade under AFTA.

Economic and trade agreement

Covers tariff schedules, origin rules, customs and goods-trade facilitation. Eligibility depends on the product and applicable conditions, rather than every transaction qualifying automatically.

Prepare a business conversation

Check classification, origin rules and accepted evidence for the trade route. Review services frameworks and sector rules separately for service offers.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 2 February 1983

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade28.24billion USD
Thai exports to this market13.48billion USD
9.35%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market14.77billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
37.48million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
135.63million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
34.62million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
2.61million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Malaysia

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports12.323313.4753
Thai imports13.577014.7678
Two-way trade25.900328.2431

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Indonesia

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandIndonesia

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Founding ASEAN together

Thailand and Indonesia are founding ASEAN members, joining the Bangkok Declaration on 8 August 1967—a foundation for regional cooperation.

Cooperation across society and the economy

Both countries cooperate through ASEAN’s political-security, economic and socio-cultural communities, connecting government engagement with people-to-people ties.

Country at a glance

2024

Indonesia · East Asia & Pacific

Population
283.49million people
Economy (GDP)
1,396.3billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ATIGAIn forceASEAN Trade in Goods AgreementIntra-ASEAN goods trade under AFTA.

Economic and trade agreement

Covers tariff schedules, origin rules, customs and goods-trade facilitation. Eligibility depends on the product and applicable conditions, rather than every transaction qualifying automatically.

Prepare a business conversation

Check classification, origin rules and accepted evidence for the trade route. Review services frameworks and sector rules separately for service offers.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 21 October 2003

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade18.40billion USD
Thai exports to this market9.31billion USD
1.95%decrease from 2024
Thai imports from this market9.10billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
22.12million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
56.86million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
26.02million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
0.58million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Indonesia

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports9.49129.3064
Thai imports8.51309.0977
Two-way trade18.004218.4041

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Vietnam

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandVietnam

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Working together in ASEAN

Viet Nam joined ASEAN on 28 July 1995 and works with Thailand through regional political, economic and socio-cultural cooperation.

Shared institutions and regional dialogue

The ASEAN Charter, in force since 2008, establishes common institutions and decision-making processes, supporting cooperation among governments and communities.

Country at a glance

2024

Vietnam · East Asia & Pacific

Population
100.99million people
Economy (GDP)
476.3billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ATIGAIn forceASEAN Trade in Goods AgreementIntra-ASEAN goods trade under AFTA.

Economic and trade agreement

Covers tariff schedules, origin rules, customs and goods-trade facilitation. Eligibility depends on the product and applicable conditions, rather than every transaction qualifying automatically.

Prepare a business conversation

Check classification, origin rules and accepted evidence for the trade route. Review services frameworks and sector rules separately for service offers.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 31 December 1992

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade23.63billion USD
Thai exports to this market12.79billion USD
8.57%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market10.83billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
14.77million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
32.54million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
41.49million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
1.52million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Vietnam

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports11.782512.7923
Thai imports9.116310.8328
Two-way trade20.898823.6251

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Philippines

East & Southeast Asia

ThailandPhilippines

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Founding ASEAN together

Thailand and the Philippines are founding ASEAN members, joining the Bangkok Declaration on 8 August 1967—a foundation for regional cooperation.

Cooperation across society and the economy

Both countries cooperate through ASEAN’s political-security, economic and socio-cultural communities, connecting government engagement with people-to-people ties.

Country at a glance

2024

Philippines · East Asia & Pacific

Population
115.84million people
Economy (GDP)
461.7billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ATIGAIn forceASEAN Trade in Goods AgreementIntra-ASEAN goods trade under AFTA.

Economic and trade agreement

Covers tariff schedules, origin rules, customs and goods-trade facilitation. Eligibility depends on the product and applicable conditions, rather than every transaction qualifying automatically.

Prepare a business conversation

Check classification, origin rules and accepted evidence for the trade route. Review services frameworks and sector rules separately for service offers.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 5 March 2018

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade11.15billion USD
Thai exports to this market7.90billion USD
1.53%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market3.25billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
8.93million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
110.63million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
68.90million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
3.88million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Philippines

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports7.78087.8997
Thai imports3.21053.2540
Two-way trade10.991211.1537

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
India

South Asia

ThailandIndia

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Diplomatic relations since 1947

Thailand and India established diplomatic relations on 1 August 1947, with their embassies coordinating bilateral engagement.

Cooperation through ASEAN–India frameworks

The ASEAN–India economic cooperation framework was signed in 2003 and developed into distinct goods, services and investment agreements.

Country at a glance

2024

India · South Asia

Population
1,450.94million people
Economy (GDP)
3,760.8billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

2 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

AIFTAIn forceASEAN–India Free Trade AreaGoods trade with separate services and investment agreements.

Economic and trade agreement

The goods agreement, AITIGA, began operating in 2010. The services and investment agreements entered into force for Thailand and India on 1 July 2015.

Prepare a business conversation

Separate the goods and services components of the offer and check India’s applicable tariff or service-commitment schedule.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 5 January 2016

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade21.87billion USD
Thai exports to this market15.87billion USD
34.96%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market6.00billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
3.77million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
81.77million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
56.49million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
3.29million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: India

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports11.760815.8722
Thai imports5.69646.0025
Two-way trade17.457221.8746

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Australia

Oceania

ThailandAustralia

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

From diplomatic ties to a strategic partnership

Diplomatic ties began in 1952. A Strategic Partnership was announced on 13 November 2020, extending across areas beyond trade.

People, knowledge and shared development

Cooperation spans education, agriculture, energy, tourism and climate, supported by university partnerships and student exchanges.

Country at a glance

2024

Australia · East Asia & Pacific

Population
27.19million people
Economy (GDP)
1,757.0billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

5 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

TAFTAIn forceThailand–Australia Free Trade AgreementBilateral trade in goods, services and investment.

Economic and trade agreement

In force since 1 January 2005. This bilateral agreement coexists with AANZFTA and RCEP, each with its own requirements.

Prepare a business conversation

Compare HS classification, tariffs and origin rules across the available agreements, and agree who will prepare the origin evidence.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
AANZFTAIn forceASEAN–Australia–New Zealand Free Trade AgreementRegional goods, services and investment links.

Economic and trade agreement

The agreement began operating in 2010; an upgrade began taking effect in 2025, adding provisions on trade facilitation, e-commerce and sustainability. Protocol implementation dates differ by party.

Prepare a business conversation

For regional supply chains, check origin-cumulation requirements and the version applicable to the trading partners.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
SECACooperation frameworkStrategic Economic Cooperation ArrangementDigital transformation, energy transition and sustainable development.

Memorandum of understanding

The memorandum was signed in 2022 and renewed in November 2025. It supports economic dialogue and cooperation projects; it is not a preferential-tariff FTA.

Prepare a business conversation

Use these cooperation themes to frame a technology or sustainability proposal with named users, measurable outcomes and the partner needed.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 27 December 1989

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade17.34billion USD
Thai exports to this market12.05billion USD
2.45%decrease from 2024
Thai imports from this market5.30billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
25.22million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
154.75million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
46.94million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
7.06million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Australia

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports12.349912.0470
Thai imports5.47585.2978
Two-way trade17.825817.3448

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
United Arab Emirates

Middle East

ThailandUnited Arab Emirates

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

50 years of relations in 2025

Thailand and the UAE marked 50 years of diplomatic relations in December 2025, highlighting tourism, trade and people-to-people exchanges.

Halal science and the green economy

A January 2026 discussion between the Thai Embassy and Chulalongkorn University’s Halal Science Center focused on standards networks and sustainable halal business opportunities, including for SMEs.

Country at a glance

2024

United Arab Emirates · Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan

Population
10.99million people
Economy (GDP)
552.3billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

1 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 28 December 2000

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade21.25billion USD
Thai exports to this market4.49billion USD
23.22%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market16.76billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
21.92million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
24.95million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
22.92million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
2.36million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: United Arab Emirates

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports3.64364.4896
Thai imports16.619116.7555
Two-way trade20.262721.2451

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Saudi Arabia

Middle East

ThailandSaudi Arabia

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Thai–Saudi cooperation networks

The Thai Embassy in Riyadh works with the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Saudi–Thai Business Council to connect businesses and importers, including a business-delegation programme announced for May 2026.

Connections across several sectors

The published delegation scope includes food, agricultural technology, healthcare, digital marketing and professional services. This illustrates cooperation areas, rather than confirmed SĀN CONNECT participants.

Country at a glance

2024

Saudi Arabia · Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan

Population
35.30million people
Economy (GDP)
1,254.1billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

1 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

DTA · Air TransportLimited scope · in forceTax agreement · air transport onlyLimited to air-transport activities covered by the agreement.

Thailand’s Revenue Department lists the Saudi Arabia agreement as DTA (Air Transport). Its benefits should not be extended to ordinary goods, software or service income.

Register entry into force: 17 June 1994

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade7.44billion USD
Thai exports to this market2.60billion USD
8.86%decrease from 2024
Thai imports from this market4.84billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
12.20million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
16.49million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
6.65million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
0.30million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Saudi Arabia

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports2.85672.6035
Thai imports4.90044.8361
Two-way trade7.75707.4396

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
United States

North America

ThailandUnited States

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Relations since 1833

Diplomatic relations began in 1833 through the Treaty of Amity and Commerce. The United States describes Thailand as an important trading partner and ally.

Government-to-government dialogue

The two countries meet regularly under the 2002 TIFA to discuss trade and investment issues at bilateral, regional and multilateral levels.

Country at a glance

2024

United States · North America

Population
340.00million people
Economy (GDP)
29,298.0billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

2 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

TIFACooperation frameworkThailand–United States Trade and Investment Framework AgreementA government-to-government forum on trade and investment.

Dialogue and cooperation framework

Signed in 2002 and used to discuss bilateral, regional and multilateral issues. TIFA itself does not grant automatic preferential import tariffs.

Prepare a business conversation

Use it to understand trade-dialogue channels, while checking the actual tariffs, standards and import requirements before pricing an offer.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 15 December 1997

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade93.57billion USD
Thai exports to this market72.60billion USD
31.81%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market20.97billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
398.80million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
1,033.86million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
24.55million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
768.26million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: United States

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports55.080572.5989
Thai imports19.433020.9710
Two-way trade74.513593.5699

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Canada

North America

ThailandCanada

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Relations since 1961

Canada and Thailand established diplomatic relations in 1961 and cooperate both bilaterally and in international forums.

Universities, communities and exchanges

University partnerships and communities connect the countries, alongside development-focused study and research exchanges through Canada–ASEAN SEED.

Country at a glance

2024

Canada · North America

Population
41.26million people
Economy (GDP)
2,270.1billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

2 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ASEAN–Canada FTAIn negotiationsASEAN–Canada Free Trade AgreementTrade and investment negotiations that include Thailand.

Economic and trade agreement

Negotiations were launched in November 2021. Canada’s agreement register lists the FTA as in negotiations and not in force at the check date.

Prepare a business conversation

Track the talks for future market planning, while costing and documenting current transactions under existing rules.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 16 July 1985

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade3.92billion USD
Thai exports to this market2.59billion USD
21.47%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market1.33billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
42.59million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
63.41million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
4.13million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
4.90million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Canada

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports2.13372.5917
Thai imports1.09021.3280
Two-way trade3.22393.9197

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
United Kingdom

Europe

ThailandUnited Kingdom

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Strategic partnership and a cooperation roadmap

Thailand and the UK signed their Strategic Partnership Roadmap on 20 March 2024, spanning security, economic and international cooperation.

Education, research and technology

The roadmap prioritises universities, scholarships, science, digital cooperation, energy transition and cultural exchanges.

Country at a glance

2024

United Kingdom · Europe & Central Asia

Population
69.28million people
Economy (GDP)
3,695.5billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

2 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ETPCooperation frameworkUK–Thailand Enhanced Trade PartnershipTrade and investment, digital trade, finance, education and tourism.

Dialogue and cooperation framework

Signed on 18 September 2024 to deepen cooperation, address trade barriers and explore opportunities for a future FTA. ETP should be distinguished from a preferential-tariff FTA.

Prepare a business conversation

Identify the goods, services or digital components of the offer, and prepare specific standards, documentation and market-access questions.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 20 November 1981

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade6.85billion USD
Thai exports to this market4.44billion USD
5.72%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market2.41billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
17.01million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
103.08million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
41.44million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
3.57million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: United Kingdom

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports4.19934.4395
Thai imports2.46202.4141
Two-way trade6.66136.8536

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Germany

Europe

ThailandGermany

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Relations rooted in 1862

Diplomatic relations trace to the 1862 Treaty of Amity, Commerce and Navigation between Siam and the German Customs Union member states.

Climate, education and culture

Germany supports climate cooperation through IKI, alongside university exchanges, DAAD scholarships and Goethe-Institut language and cultural programmes.

Country at a glance

2024

Germany · Europe & Central Asia

Population
83.52million people
Economy (GDP)
4,685.6billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

PCACooperation framework signedEU–Thailand Partnership and Cooperation AgreementA broad framework for relations and cross-sector cooperation.

Partnership and cooperation

Signed on 14 December 2022, covering cooperation across areas including the economy, environment, science and education. Signing the PCA is distinct from establishing preferential goods tariffs under an FTA.

Prepare a business conversation

Use it to identify relevant cooperation themes, then check the requirements of the specific programme or agency.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
EU–Thailand FTAIn negotiationsEU–Thailand Free Trade AgreementNegotiations toward a trade and investment agreement.

Economic and trade agreement

Negotiations were relaunched in March 2023. The European Commission still lists the agreement as being negotiated at the check date; proposed FTA preferences are therefore not currently available under this agreement.

Prepare a business conversation

Base pricing and documentation on current rules; follow negotiations for future planning.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 4 December 1968

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade11.61billion USD
Thai exports to this market5.73billion USD
7.59%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market5.87billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
29.26million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
123.44million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
6.07million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
2.32million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Germany

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports5.33055.7349
Thai imports5.60815.8704
Two-way trade10.938611.6053

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Netherlands

Europe

ThailandNetherlands

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

Connections dating to Ayutthaya

Formal Dutch–Siamese trade relations date to 1604. Baan Hollanda in Ayutthaya presents the history of these connections.

Sustainable food, technology and water

Cooperation spans sustainable agriculture and food, knowledge and technology exchange, and water-resource management involving experts from both countries.

Country at a glance

2024

Netherlands · Europe & Central Asia

Population
17.99million people
Economy (GDP)
1,213.9billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

PCACooperation framework signedEU–Thailand Partnership and Cooperation AgreementA broad framework for relations and cross-sector cooperation.

Partnership and cooperation

Signed on 14 December 2022, covering cooperation across areas including the economy, environment, science and education. Signing the PCA is distinct from establishing preferential goods tariffs under an FTA.

Prepare a business conversation

Use it to identify relevant cooperation themes, then check the requirements of the specific programme or agency.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
EU–Thailand FTAIn negotiationsEU–Thailand Free Trade AgreementNegotiations toward a trade and investment agreement.

Economic and trade agreement

Negotiations were relaunched in March 2023. The European Commission still lists the agreement as being negotiated at the check date; proposed FTA preferences are therefore not currently available under this agreement.

Prepare a business conversation

Base pricing and documentation on current rules; follow negotiations for future planning.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 9 June 1976

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade7.97billion USD
Thai exports to this market7.02billion USD
9.22%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market0.95billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
16.12million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
7.29million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
6.49million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
2.38million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: Netherlands

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports6.42717.0195
Thai imports0.97820.9480
Two-way trade7.40527.9676

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
France

Europe

ThailandFrance

Relations with Thailand

01 · Connections before commerce

A history of relations and diplomacy

Relations include the Ayutthaya-era embassy led by Kosa Pan in 1686 and the Siam–France Treaty of Friendship and Trade in 1856.

Education, science and innovation

Cooperation includes higher education and research, agriculture, social sciences, scholarships and public–private scientific partnerships.

Country at a glance

2024

France · Europe & Central Asia

Population
68.55million people
Economy (GDP)
3,160.4billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

3 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

PCACooperation framework signedEU–Thailand Partnership and Cooperation AgreementA broad framework for relations and cross-sector cooperation.

Partnership and cooperation

Signed on 14 December 2022, covering cooperation across areas including the economy, environment, science and education. Signing the PCA is distinct from establishing preferential goods tariffs under an FTA.

Prepare a business conversation

Use it to identify relevant cooperation themes, then check the requirements of the specific programme or agency.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
EU–Thailand FTAIn negotiationsEU–Thailand Free Trade AgreementNegotiations toward a trade and investment agreement.

Economic and trade agreement

Negotiations were relaunched in March 2023. The European Commission still lists the agreement as being negotiated at the check date; proposed FTA preferences are therefore not currently available under this agreement.

Prepare a business conversation

Base pricing and documentation on current rules; follow negotiations for future planning.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
DTAIn forceDouble Tax AgreementCross-border income taxation, separate from goods import tariffs.

A DTA allocates income-tax rights and provides double-taxation relief. Eligibility depends on the income type, tax residence and applicable treaty provisions; it does not grant import-duty or VAT exemptions.

Register entry into force: 29 August 1975

For service fees or royalties, review the relevant articles, residence evidence and any applicable protocol or MLI modifications before claiming relief.

Read the agreement text (PDF)

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Total two-way goods trade4.91billion USD
Thai exports to this market2.08billion USD
4.19%increase from 2024
Thai imports from this market2.83billion USD

Product examples in this trade connection

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
6.38million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
19.61million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
7.11million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
2.13million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: France

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports1.99432.0779
Thai imports3.71682.8291
Two-way trade5.71114.9070

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology
Thailand

Thailand

ThailandGlobal markets

Connect with domestic buyers and distribution channels. Figures below describe Thailand’s international trade, not the size of its domestic market.

Thailand and the international community

01 · Connections before commerce

Thailand in regional cooperation

Thailand is an ASEAN founding member; the founding declaration was signed in Bangkok on 8 August 1967. Cooperation spans political, economic and socio-cultural areas.

A wider network of trade connections

Thailand has participated in RCEP since 1 January 2022. Figures below cover trade with the world; agreement eligibility depends on the chosen trading partner.

Country at a glance

2024

Thailand · East Asia & Pacific

Population
71.67million people
Economy (GDP)
529.4billion USD

World Bank · 2024

02 · Frameworks connecting trade

Relevant agreements and cooperation frameworks

2 items

Open a topic for its scope, points to check and official references.

ATIGAIn forceASEAN Trade in Goods AgreementIntra-ASEAN goods trade under AFTA.

Economic and trade agreement

Covers tariff schedules, origin rules, customs and goods-trade facilitation. Eligibility depends on the product and applicable conditions, rather than every transaction qualifying automatically.

Prepare a business conversation

Check classification, origin rules and accepted evidence for the trade route. Review services frameworks and sector rules separately for service offers.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT
RCEPIn forceRegional Comprehensive Economic PartnershipRegional rules for goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Economic and trade agreement

In force for Thailand since 1 January 2022, with other parties entering on their respective dates. RCEP coexists with earlier FTAs, so the available terms should be compared.

Prepare a business conversation

Check destination-specific tariffs, origin rules and sector commitments, especially for offers combining physical goods, software and services.

Preparation guidance from SĀN CONNECT

Checked 10 September 2026 · Selected relevant frameworks, not a complete treaty register · Dates use the Gregorian calendar.

03 · Explore the trade figures

2025 dataChecked 8 Sep 2026
Thailand’s worldwide goods trade683.14billion USD
Thai exports worldwide340.17billion USD
13.12%increase from 2024
Thai imports worldwide342.97billion USD

Examples of Thai exports worldwide

HS 2008Prepared or preserved fruit, nuts and other edible plant parts
1,170.80million USD
HS 230910Retail dog and cat food
2,903.15million USD
HS 3304Beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations
946.24million USD
HS 9403Other furniture and parts
923.74million USD

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Meeting preparation · SĀN CONNECT editorial guidance

Clarify buying purpose, offer type, business problem, users, evaluators, decision-making roles and target timing.

Figures and sources

Open UN Comtrade databaseWorld Bank · Country data

Annual merchandise trade, 2024–2025 · Reporter: Thailand · Partner: World

Figures used on this page · billion USD
Measure20242025
Thai exports300.7271340.1737
Thai imports305.3199342.9706
Two-way trade606.0470683.1443

Change (%) = (2025 exports ÷ 2024 exports − 1) × 100, calculated before rounding. This measures Thai merchandise export growth, not GDP growth or a forecast.

Comparison and country data checked on 10 September 2026. Population and GDP use 2024 for a common period across countries. Trade uses Thailand as reporter and may differ from partner-reported statistics.

Original records and methodology

02 — OPPORTUNITY LENS

Four core sectors. One selective pathway.

Four core industries + one selective category. Technology & Innovation sits within each relevant industry; Digital Solutions is one offer type.

OEM / ODM and Packaging are capabilities or related services within the appropriate industry. These examples describe the scope open for consideration, not confirmed products, suppliers or participants. Innovation claims require evidence for the specific offer.

Explore industry scope

03 — PREPARE TO CONNECT

A better brief creates a better meeting

Prepare these six essentials alongside the market information, so both parties can focus on relevant questions.

Buyer demand

Sourcing requirements, target customers and purchasing objectives.

Product fit

Product format, intended use and differences supported by evidence.

Standards & market entry

Identify labelling, certification and regulatory questions to verify.

Commercial readiness

MOQ, production capacity, pricing and realistic lead times.

Route to market

Importer, distributor, retail or brand partnership models.

Meeting questions

Samples, documents and agreed steps for follow-up.

From market context to a curated meeting

  1. 1

    Research the context

    Choose a market and explore its trade connection.

  2. 2

    Clarify buyer demand

    Define sourcing needs and purchasing requirements.

  3. 3

    Review supplier fit

    Consider the capabilities and readiness of Thai businesses.

  4. 4

    Prepare the meeting

    Progress when both parties accept the match.

Value for every participant

SOURCE & SCOPE

Information you can trace to its source

A consistent reference year and calculation basis across markets, with direct links to the original data.

2025 trade snapshot

UN Comtrade data checked on 8 September 2026. Published figures may be revised later.

Clear scope

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services.

Context for preparation

Country-level statistics inform your questions. Actual buyer demand is considered through the matching process.

MARKET FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Understand the market information and your next step before sharing your interest.

Want to discuss your market?

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Countries & market information

Are buyers from all 18 countries confirmed?

The map shows a proposed buyer outreach set. Invitations and participation remain subject to qualification and confirmation.

Can buyers based in Thailand take part?

Yes. Thai buyers may express interest and are considered against their purchasing role, sourcing needs and matching fit. Thailand is additional to the 18 international targets.

Where do the figures come from?

They use UN Comtrade merchandise trade data for 2025, with Thailand as the reporter, checked on 8 September 2026. Each country profile links to the original data and states the USD units.

Do the product figures represent total buyer demand?

They describe Thai exports for selected commodity codes only. They do not represent total market size, programme orders or company-level buying requirements.

Choosing markets & taking part

Can I choose more than one market?

Yes. Add several countries to your interests, then open an email draft with your industry perspective and role. Selecting markets does not submit an application or reserve participation.

Does choosing an industry mean demand is confirmed in every market?

The industry perspective presents available statistics and preparation questions. Actual demand, suitability and mutual acceptance are considered during the matching process.

Does this include company-specific consulting?

This page provides general information and preparation resources. Any company-specific research or consulting would have its scope and fees agreed before work begins.

Has my information been sent when the email draft opens?

No. Your email application opens with the selected details. You can edit the draft and send it yourself, or copy the text into your preferred email service.

Products, technology & offers

Do market figures show technology or software demand?

The 2025 figures are Thai merchandise exports and bilateral goods trade. Selected HS examples cover only the named goods; they do not measure the full expanded sectors, technology markets, software or services. Assess each buyer brief separately before proposing a match.

YOUR MARKET BRIEF

Turn your market interests into a clear brief

Collect countries, choose your role and open an email draft to begin a conversation with SĀN CONNECT.

Prepare today. Meet with purpose.

Start with what you need. Let the market context help you ask better questions.

Register interest

MY SĀN PLAN

My SĀN preparation plan

Keep selected markets, packages and preparation goals together, ready to review when you register.

Use in my registration

Saved in this browser tab. Download your plan to keep it for later.

These are interests to discuss. They do not reserve a package, route, meeting or support.

HOSTED BUYER · ESTIMATE

Estimate Your Airfare Support

Try an estimate without uploading personal documents. SAN must review and confirm the actual entitlement.

Your travel

Enter an IATA code to match its country, or enter the airport name and select its country. Use the airport where the journey begins, not a connection.

Enter the total for both outbound and return flights once. Do not enter a one-way amount or double an existing round-trip total. The departure cap cannot exceed your actual work-base cap.

Deductions · same currency as the receipt

Enter each item once. Tick “already removed” if it is already excluded from the amount above. Employer payment is not automatically deducted.

Your support estimate

Only enter the individual cap from your approval letter. Leaving this blank still allows an estimate using known caps.

Formula, rates and confirmation

The lowest of 50% of the eligible net round-trip fare, 50% of comparable Economy round-trip pricing, the approved individual cap (if any), the departure-airport country cap, the actual work-base country cap and THB 35,000.

Receipt: BOT commercial-bank average MID from the latest business day before actual payment; direct conversion to THB with normalized currency units. USD payout: approved THB ÷ (ECB USD/THB reference + 0.35). The two rate stages have different purposes.

USD payout uses ECB via Frankfurter, with the ECB provider fixed. Receipt valuation uses BOT commercial-bank average MID. For a currency absent from that primary set, ECB via Frankfurter is the disclosed fallback, subject to SAN disclosure before confirmation; missing primary history is not silently replaced. If neither source covers it, SAN must announce a fixed source before confirmation.

Confirmed THB and USD are locked with rate evidence and policy version. Later API updates never rewrite them. Cash denominations and remainder handling are pending.

BOT · FM_FX_001_S3 ↗ Frankfurter · ECB ↗

AF-2026-20260910.2 · Event 15–16 Dec 2026 · Updated 2026-09-10 · PROVISIONAL