Mr. Supakit Boonsiri, Director-General of Office of Industrial Economics, Ministry of Industry and Director of Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand); Mr. Adul Chotinisakorn, Former Director-General of Department of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce, and Expert on Indian and ASEAN Markets; Dr. Visit Limlurcha, Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, President of Thai Future Food Trade Association, and Honorary President of Thai Food Processors’ Association; together with EXIM Thailand top executives and partner organizations, officially launched the EXIM 2X Program Class 2, 2026 at The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok on May 8, 2026. The accelerated export development program is designed to enhance the capabilities of Gen Y SMEs interested in or beginning export businesses, enabling them to become strong exporters and key drivers of the Thai economy.
The program comprehensively covers knowledge and export opportunities, including access to funding and international trade risk management, international marketing strategies, global trends, AI for exporters, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) business practices, export procedures and business planning, logistics, Incoterms and cost calculation, export regulations and customs procedures. The program also includes Business Matching activities with international trade partners, study visits, real-world experience sharing by successful entrepreneurs, and networking opportunities among business partners.
Ms. Draswan Shoowong, Senior Executive Vice President of EXIM Thailand, stated that the EXIM 2X Program Class 2, 2026 marks another important milestone for EXIM Thailand in strengthening Thai entrepreneurs’ capabilities to expand their businesses into international markets amid a rapidly changing and increasingly challenging global economic environment. Currently, Thailand relies on exports for more than 50% of its GDP, while there are fewer than 30,000 Thai exporters, representing only 1% of approximately 3.1 million entrepreneurs nationwide. This reflects that the strength of exporters is one of the key factors contributing to the country’s economic stability and security.
As a state-owned specialized financial institution, EXIM Thailand plays a key role in supporting Thai entrepreneurs on the global trade stage through three major approaches: 1) providing financial support and risk management solutions against buyer default risk, foreign exchange risk, international payment risk, as well as supporting adaptation to global trade standards with consideration for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles; 2) supporting expansion into new high-potential markets to diversify risks and replace existing markets affected by geopolitical issues; and 3) integrating cooperation with partner organizations to build a comprehensive Export Ecosystem that facilitates the sustainable growth of Thai entrepreneurs.
In 2026, EXIM Thailand remains committed to empowering and elevating Thai SMEs to compete on the global stage while reinforcing its role as an “Export Co-pilot” working alongside Thai entrepreneurs, especially SMEs, to help them navigate global economic volatility and confidently expand into international markets. Under this role, the Bank will focus on three key strategies: 1) enhancing liquidity by providing financial support to SME exporters affected by trade wars and geopolitical tensions; 2) managing risks through export credit insurance tools to reduce payment risks from overseas buyers, along with foreign exchange risk management tools such as Foreign Exchange Forward Contract Service; and 3) enhancing SMEs’ competitiveness in the global market, which is the foundation of the EXIM 2X (Accelerated Exporter) Program. In addition, EXIM Thailand is ready to serve as both a financial and strategic partner, standing side by side with entrepreneurs to support their sustainable growth.