In July 2025, a significant bilateral event — the Russia-Thailand Business Forum — will take place to strengthen economic ties between the two countries. The event will be held in two stages: July 20–21 in Bangkok, and July 22 in the conference hall of Royal Cliff Beach Hotel in Pattaya.
Forum goals
The main goal is knowledge exchange and developing strategies for expanding trade and economic cooperation. Participants will discuss:
- mutual investment prospects;
- agriculture development and food security;
- joint production and business localization;
- digitalization and innovation in SMEs;
- customs simplification and logistics.
The forum will serve as a platform for establishing business contacts, signing memorandums, and finding reliable partners.
Who is coming from Russia?
The Russian delegation includes representatives from key institutions and industries:
- Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation — on export and agro-technologies;
- Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia — on industrial cooperation and domestic production;
- Ministry of Economic Development — on investment climate and international relations;
- Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) — on harmonizing standards and trade;
- National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE) — with analytics and cooperation proposals.
Business leaders and regional delegates from over 15 Russian regions will also attend.
Expected Thai delegation
On the Thai side, confirmed participants include:
- Ministry of Commerce of Thailand;
- Thai Chamber of Commerce;
- representatives of the EEC (Eastern Economic Corridor);
- major agro-holdings and food producers;
- investors interested in the Russian market.
Event program
The forum includes:
- plenary session "Russia and Thailand: A New Era of Economic Partnership";
- thematic sessions on agri-export, tourism, IT, and green tech;
- roundtables with government agencies;
- B2B meetings with pre-registered partners;
- networking dinner in the spirit of Thai hospitality.
Full program available here.
How to participate?
Registration is open until July 1, 2025. Terms of participation, ticket prices, and visa support details are available from the forum organizing committee.
Open to:
- business representatives and entrepreneurs;
- government bodies;
- scientific and educational institutions;
- media and analysts.
Significance for bilateral relations
As Thailand expands its multi-vector foreign policy and Russia seeks stronger ties with ASEAN nations, this forum gains special importance. It fosters not only increased trade, but also technological exchange, investment transparency, and trust-building between business communities.
Conclusion
The Russia-Thailand Business Forum 2025 is more than a business meeting — it’s a step toward building a sustainable economic alliance. It opens new opportunities for export, investment, and joint innovation. If you’re developing business between Eurasia and Southeast Asia, this forum could be the key event of your year.
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