Dr. Rak Vorrakitpokatorn, President of Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand), outlined the Bank’s strategic initiatives at the EXIM Greenovation: Leading Thai Entrepreneurs Through the Trump 2.0 Storm press conference, held in celebration of EXIM Thailand’s 31st anniversary at its Head Office on February 13, 2025. Dr. Rak emphasized that despite uncertainties under U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Trump 2.0 era,” Thailand’s economy is expected to maintain steady growth. Key drivers for Thai exports in 2025 include rising global import demand, opportunities from substituting Chinese goods, relocation of international manufacturing to Thailand, expansion into new export markets, and the enforcement of the Thailand-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Free Trade Agreement. At the same time, global environmental challenges are intensifying, with more than 18,000 environmental regulations now in effect worldwide.
In 2025, EXIM Thailand will continue advancing its goal to become a Sustainable Bank, leveraging its expertise and strategic partnerships to support Thai enterprises. The Bank plans to expand its offerings with financial products and services that promote exports and investments, focusing on the development of a Green Export Supply Chain. Preferential financing and interest rates will be available for businesses demonstrating strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. Additionally, EXIM Thailand will launch new services, including bond guarantee facilities and financial advisory solutions, to assist businesses in raising capital through debt and equity instruments.