Mr Chaichanok said Thailand's next chapter in AI development is moving from policy discussions to real-world implementation.
Thailand aims to finalise a draft of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act in this fiscal year, with a focus on balancing the promotion of AI adoption and strict regulation.It is also promoting AI governance across all sectors to build trust and support responsible innovation, positioning Thailand as a regional hub for AI governance.
"AI is highlighted as one of the most significant technological shifts of this generation, deeply altering how humanity learns, works, competes in business and delivers government services," Chaichanok Chidchob, Digital Economy and Society minister, said on Monday at AI Governance Week 2026 (AIGW 2026), held by the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) and its AI Governance Center (AIGC), from June 29 to July 3.
Global studies estimate that AI could contribute more than US$15 trillion to the world economy by 2030.
Mr Chaichanok cited the AI Governance International Evaluation Index 2025 (AGILE Index 2025), noting that among 40 countries Thailand ranked second globally in AI social acceptance, 5th in AI development inclusivity, 17th in AI governance environment, and 11th in AI governance effectiveness.
