Small Chinese auto firms keen on Thai expansion

Mr Poj, centre, and Mr Narongsak, second from right, at the Thailand-China Cooperation Expo 2026 press conference.

There are growing signs that small and medium-sized Chinese entrepreneurs in auto sectors are interested in investing in Thailand, according to the Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce.Poj Aramwattananont, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, said Chinese business investment in Thailand increased over the past 4-5 years.

Mr Poj, who is also a member of the Board of Investment, said a large number of Chinese entrepreneurs have signalled their interest in investing here.

Narongsak Putthapornmongkol, president of the Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, said a substantial portion of the Chinese investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is from state-owned enterprises.

However, he said there is growing interest from smaller and medium-sized Chinese companies, particularly those in the auto parts and auto battery sectors, seeking to invest in the area.