TCEB and EEC, Joined by Over 100 Public and Private Partners, Launch EEC EXPO 2025 — A Premier International Platform Showcasing Infrastructure, Advanced Technology, and Comprehensive Investment Support to Drive Thailand Toward Becoming a Regional Investment Hub.
Mr. Akanat Promphan, Minister of Industry, presided over the opening ceremony of “EEC EXPO 2025 – Opportunity for Prosperity, ” a landmark platform of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) that paves the way for Thailand’s economic transformation. The event is organized by the Eastern Economic Corridor Office of Thailand (EECO), in collaboration with the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) – TCEB and supported by more than 100 partners across the public sector, private enterprises, and financial institutions. The exhibition serves as a gateway to showcase the EEC’s potential, strengthening connections between Thai and international investors through a wide range of activities. Highlights include academic forums on crucial topics such as “Mega Project, Mega Impact: Accelerating EEC’s Core Infrastructure to Drive Thailand’s Economy” and “Shaping the Future of EEC with Clean Energy and Sustainable Water Management.” In addition, the Business Matching sessions offer opportunities for investors, buyers, and entrepreneurs nationwide to engage directly with businesses operating in the EEC area. By bringing together key stakeholders and demonstrating the EEC’s readiness to support investment with comprehensive mechanisms, EEC EXPO 2025 reaffirms Thailand’s role and ambition to become the Regional Investment Hub. The event takes place from 25–26 August 2025 at BITEC Bangna, Bangkok, occupying halls 1–3 of Bhiraj Hall.
Dr. Supawan Teerarat, President, Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) or TCEB, stated that employing MICE as a strategic mechanism is a key driver in elevating regions toward economic and social success. TCEB is also committed to promoting meetings, exhibitions, and business events as tools to create new opportunities for localities, particularly in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), which is one of Thailand’s most important strategic zones.
She emphasized that EEC EXPO 2025 is a clear example of how MICE can be integrated into economic development—serving as a platform for international networking, business negotiations, and matchmaking. The event enables investors and entrepreneurs to gain access to in-depth insights as well as government measures and facilitation that are fully in place to support them.
“We are confident that this event will mark the beginning of new collaborations that will lead to stronger, more sustainable economic growth, while raising Thailand’s MICE standards onto the global stage,” Dr. Supawan concluded.
Dr. Chula Sukmanop, Secretary-General of the Eastern Economic Corridor Office of Thailand (EEC), stated that the core mission of the Eastern Economic Corridor Office of Thailand (EECO) is to drive the EEC toward becoming the future economic hub of the region. The EEC EXPO 2025 will mark a significant step forward under the vision of “EEC 2030 Vision: Driving Thailand’s Economic Future,” with a focus on enhancing key infrastructure within the EEC, developing targeted industries, and creating an ecosystem that supports high-quality global investment. In particular, the EEC is prioritizing five high-potential industries: next-generation automotive, smart electronics, comprehensive healthcare and medical services, high-value tourism, and the digital industry. In addition, advanced technologies will be further integrated into both the manufacturing and service sectors to strengthen Thailand’s long-term competitiveness. EEC EXPO 2025 will therefore serve as an important platform not only to showcase progress in infrastructure and various mega projects but also to create strategic partnerships between Thai and international investors, which will help drive Thailand’s economy toward stable and sustainable growth.
“EEC EXPO 2025” – Showcasing the Potential of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) on the International Stage. The event highlights the EEC’s progress in infrastructure, advanced technology, and comprehensive investment support systems, creating opportunities to connect Thai and international investors with five targeted industries and future-ready services. The exhibition will feature cutting-edge technologies, innovations, and solutions from leading government agencies, private enterprises, and startups, alongside Business Matching activities and policy seminars designed to drive sustainable investment EEC EXPO 2025 is a gateway for all sectors to join forces in shaping Thailand’s new investment era—opening the door to a prosperous and sustainable future together.
