Bangkok: Foreign investors have shown a robust interest in Thailand, with 502 companies investing in the nation during the first half of 2025. The total investment amounted to 111.506 billion baht, highlighting Thailand’s appeal as an investment destination.
According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Government Spokesperson Anukul Prueksanusak stated that these investments were made under the Foreign Business Act of 1999. Of the 502 companies, 123 received foreign business licenses, while 379 were granted foreign business certificates through various investment channels, including those under the Investment Promotion Act and the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand Act. This marks a 30% increase in the number of licenses granted compared to the same period in 2024, with the investment value rising by 37%, or 30,019 million baht.
Japan led the investment with 99 cases, contributing 43,025 million baht, followed by the United States with 72 cases and 2,797 million baht. China invested 18,336 million baht across 65 cases, Singapore contributed 17,384 million baht from 63 cases, and Hong Kong invested 8,309 million baht through 51 cases.
Mr. Anukul also highlighted the significant investments in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project area, where 158 foreign investors accounted for 31% of total foreign investments. This represents an increase of 36% in the number of investors compared to the same period in 2024, contributing 62.851 billion baht, which is 56% of the total investment.
Investors from Japan, China, Singapore, and other countries have significantly contributed to the EEC, with investments in sectors such as retail, engineering plastics product research and development, data center services, digital service platform development, and contract manufacturing services.
Despite challenges such as US retaliatory tariffs and international trade impacts due to the Thailand-Cambodia conflict, Mr. Anukul expressed gratitude to the international investors for their confidence in Thailand. He assured that the government is committed to providing incentives, encouraging further investment, and ensuring a conducive environment for continued investment in the country.