As Asia pivots toward greater regional integration, Thailand and Bangladesh are increasingly exploring ways to deepen economic cooperation and unlock mutual opportunities.
From trade and investment to connectivity and sustainable development, both countries are poised to strengthen bilateral economic ties.
To promote trade and economic cooperation between Thailand and Bangladesh, facilitating business opportunities for both Thai and Bangladeshi companies involved with Thai products, Thailand Week 2025 is going to kick off in Dhaka this week.
In this regard, a press conference and a high-level panel discussion with both countries business leaders and officials were held on Wednesday at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka.
During this event, an MoU was signed between the Thai Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Bangladesh-Thai Chamber of Commerce and Industry to boost business collaboration.
Bilateral trade between Thailand and Bangladesh has grown steadily over the past decade. However, business delegates suggest there is still untapped potential.
In the panel discussion, Tanvir Ahmed, managing director of Sheltech Group, Envoy Legacy, Envoy Textiles, Green Textile and Director of the Bangladesh-Thai Chamber of commerce and Industry; emphasized the growing importance of private sector collaboration.
“Bangladesh and Thailand must engage beyond policy-level discussions. It’s time for businesses from both sides to lead the partnership—with joint ventures, knowledge exchange, and shared infrastructure,” said Ahmed.
“Thai investors will find in Bangladesh a young, skilled workforce and growing consumer base. Likewise, Bangladeshi enterprises can benefit from Thailand’s advanced technology and logistics.”
His remarks were well received by both Thai and Bangladeshi delegates, sparking renewed interest in forming sector-specific business councils.
The panel discussion was presided over by Shams Mahmud, president of the Bangladesh-Thai Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The event was organized by the Bangladesh-Thai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Thai-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Thai Embassy in Dhaka, and the Department of International Trade Promotion, and Ministry of Commerce, Thailand.
