Thailand has stepped up efforts to improve market access and deepen economic cooperation with South Korea, using a high-level visit to Seoul to advance trade, investment, and industrial collaboration.

The talks reflect Bangkok’s push to strengthen ties with key Asian partners amid shifting regional supply chains and renewed momentum in cross-border commerce.

Thai officials highlighted the need for smoother access for agricultural goods, processed foods, and high-value manufactured products, while also seeking greater collaboration in advanced industries such as electric vehicles, semiconductors, and digital services.

The discussions emphasized reducing non-tariff barriers, improving customs efficiency, and aligning standards to facilitate two-way trade growth.

The visit also underscored Thailand’s ambition to move up global value chains by partnering with Korean firms known for technology leadership and manufacturing excellence.

Cooperation frameworks explored during the meetings included joint research and development, skills development, and investment promotion linked to Thailand’s industrial and innovation strategies.

Both sides signaled interest in strengthening existing trade arrangements and accelerating practical outcomes, including business matching and sector-specific agreements.

Thai representatives stressed that improved market access would support small and medium-sized enterprises while reinforcing Thailand’s role as a regional production and logistics hub.

The engagement with South Korea forms part of Thailand’s broader economic diplomacy agenda, aimed at diversifying export markets, attracting quality investment, and securing resilient growth through closer integration with major Asian economies.