Senator Tammy Duckworth Advances 190-Year US-Thai Trade Partnership in AMCHAM Thailand Roundtable
In a landmark business roundtable meeting, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth met with leading members of the American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM Thailand). The meeting provided a platform to explore avenues for expanding the US-Thai trade relationship, which this year marks its 190th anniversary. As the first Thai-American elected to serve in Congress, Senator Duckworth expressed her appreciation of the significance of the economic partnership between the two countries, “Our long-standing relationship with Thailand holds immense significance in the overall growth and development of the Asia Pacific region. As partners, we can further strengthen our ties and foster innovative solutions that drive economic progress and shared prosperity.”
AMCHAM represents over 600 member companies; the attendees included business leaders from diverse sectors such as automotive, healthcare, food and beverages, manufacturing, banking and finance, hospitality, and more. Discussions focused on identifying new economic opportunities, promoting collaboration across sectors, and encouraging innovation and investment. “Our dialogue centered around forging synergies that not only boost trade but also stimulate technological advancements and sustainable growth,” said AMCHAM Executive Director Heidi Gallant.
AMCHAM members welcomed Senator Duckworth’s participation, recognizing the importance of ongoing collaboration in business, trade, and cultural exchange between Thailand and the US. The meeting highlighted candid conversations and constructive ideas, all aimed at building upon the legacy of the US-Thai partnership.
About AMCHAM
The American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit organization. With 3,000 members representing over 600 American, Thai, and other international companies, AMCHAM is the leading international business association in Thailand. Member companies have cumulatively invested over 50 billion US dollars in Thailand and provide more than 200,000 local jobs.
If you would like to learn more about AMCHAM, please visit: www.amchamthailand.com or contact Varsha Wadhwani, AMCHAM Communications Specialist, at e-mail varsha@amchamthailand.com.
