The Asian-International Trade and Investment Association (AITIA) meets with the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) to introduce the Thailand E-Commerce Selection Expo 2025 and discuss collaborative efforts to empower Thai entrepreneurs.
AITIA and depa Lay Groundwork for Collaboration on Major “Thailand E-Commerce Selection Expo 2025” to Propel Thai Entrepreneurs into the Global Market
BANGKOK, July 30, 2025 – The Asian-International Trade and Investment Association (AITIA) continues its mission to foster the sustainable growth of Thai entrepreneurs in the digital economy era. Most recently, the association’s executive team held a high-level meeting with executives from the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa).
During the visit, the AITIA delegation, led by Dr. Nattapach Chaisirikul, Vice President, and Mr. Pipat Kradjamnong, Deputy Secretary-General, met with Mr. Hatsadin Kamphirannon, Director of the Asset Management Bureau at depa, to present a new project and discuss future collaboration.
Discussion Highlight: Thailand E-Commerce Selection Expo 2025
AITIA presented its plan to organize the “Thailand E-Commerce Selection Expo 2025,” a large-scale trade fair and business matching event for the e-commerce industry. The expo aims to serve as a crucial platform for Thai entrepreneurs to showcase their quality products and services to leading buyers and e-commerce platforms from around the world, with a particular focus on the Asian market.
Pathways for Collaboration between AITIA and depa
The discussion covered potential avenues for cooperation between the two organizations, which share a common goal of enhancing the capabilities of Thai entrepreneurs. Preliminary areas for collaboration include:
- Expo Support and Promotion: To reach digital entrepreneurs and startups within depa’s network.
- Knowledge-Sharing Activities: Co-hosting seminars and workshops on topics such as digital marketing, cross-border e-commerce, and the use of technology for business efficiency.
- Network Integration: Connecting AITIA’s members with the digital entrepreneurs and developers supported by depa.
Dr. Nattapach Chaisirikul, Vice President of AITIA, stated, “AITIA recognizes that e-commerce is the heart of modern trade. Collaborating with depa, the country’s main agency for driving the digital economy, will be the key to unlocking the true potential of Thai entrepreneurs to compete effectively in the global marketplace.”
This meeting marks a positive first step towards future collaborations aimed at co-creating a strong and sustainable digital economic ecosystem for Thailand.
