Bangkok, Thailand, May 20, 2025 – The Thailand–U.S. Trade & Investment Summit 2025 convened American investors, Thai corporations, and key government leaders to strengthen economic ties and explore new opportunities for bilateral growth. The event was co-hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM), the Thai Chamber of Commerce, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington.

“The Thai Government is firmly committed to establishing a long-term fair and balanced partnership in trade and investment with the U.S. We have already submitted to the U.S. a framework proposal, which will address the trade imbalance and enhance partnership that serves the long-term interest of both countries.” said Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Pichai Chunhavajira in his keynote address. U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Robert Godec emphasized the strategic importance of the partnership, “The Indo-Pacific region has and will continue be a top priority. The United States is deeply engaged in this region and is committed to its prosperity and security.”  Professor Dr. Surakiart Sathirathai, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, highlighted building on a longstanding partnership in a shifting global landscape, “Thailand—strategically located, diplomatically agile, and economically open—can serve not as passive observers, but as active bridge-builders. We can be stabilizing anchors in an uncertain world.”

In a Commendation Letter, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth noted, “Our two nations have long benefited from a shared commitment to trade and investment, and today’s summit offers us a chance to build on that legacy, driving further growth and creating new opportunities for the future.”

AMCHAM President Chatit Huayhongtong (Chevron Thailand), Thai Chamber of Commerce Chairman Dr. Poj Aramwattananont, and U.S. Chamber Executive Director for Southeast Asia John Goyer underscored the enduring value of U.S.–Thailand collaboration. “Through this Summit, we celebrate the powerful partnership between Thailand and the United States,” said Chatit. “At AMCHAM, we are proud to call Thailand home as we work together to create lasting opportunities and deepen our strategic collaboration.” Minister of Commerce Pichai Naripthaphan opened the afternoon session and remarked, “Thailand aims to remain a top strategic partner of the United States.”

The summit focused on investment opportunities, actionable policy recommendations, and sector-specific collaboration. With Thailand emerging as a regional trade and investment hub, four key sessions explored high-growth industries: food and agriculture, energy and environment, digital economy, and tourism and entertainment.

Panels featured expert dialogue on sustainable agriculture, clean energy, digital trade, and soft power industries. In a standout agri-food session, stakeholders from Harmless Harvest, the Ministry of Industry, the U.S. Grains Council, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the Thai Pet Food Association addressed regulatory challenges, sustainability incentives, and smallholder farmer inclusion. An energy panel with speakers from Amazon Web Services, Chevron Thailand, the Office of Energy Regulatory Commission, Surat Green Group, and Western Digital discussed cross-border cooperation in renewables, with emphasis on smart grids, and storage technologies.

Digital transformation took center stage in a session with the Digital Economy Promotion Agency, Herbert Smith Freehills, Sertis, and True Corporation, while the entertainment and wellness tourism panel drew insights from speakers from BDMS Wellness Clinic, MGM Resorts, Minor International, the National Soft Power Development Committee, and Netflix.

Kasemsit Pathomsak, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trade of Thailand, delivered closing remarks, marking the summit as a key milestone in advancing U.S.–Thailand economic cooperation.

The Thailand–U.S. Trade & Investment Summit 2025 reaffirmed the strength of the bilateral relationship and set a forward-looking agenda for growth, innovation, and strategic investment.

About AMCHAM Thailand

The American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit organization. With over 3,500 executives representing over 680 American, Thai, and other international companies, AMCHAM is the leading international business association in Thailand. Member companies have cumulatively invested over 84 billion U.S. dollars in Thailand and provide more than 500,000 local jobs.

If you would like to learn more about AMCHAM, please visit:  www.amthamthailand.com or contact Varsha Wadhwani, AMCHAM Communications Manager at e-mail varsha@amchamthailand.com.