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“There are various factors
that have cemented Thailand
as a true gateway to ASEAN,
including location, domestic
market, networking, political and
social stability, and of course,
potential for growth.”

Additionally, the country is served by various In addition to location, Thailand boasts a
airports connecting travellers to other destina- thriving domestic consumer market that is
tions within the country and beyond. characterised by rapid growth, sizeable exports,
natural resources, and a labour force that is
Many benefit from the immigration policies as skilled in various industries. These factors alone
a number of countries are available for visas on attract plenty of foreign investments in key
arrival or visa exemption when travelling on a industries such as machinery, electrical,
short-term basis. This network, in combination automotive, biotechnology, renewable energy
with substantial deep sea ports allows for easy and agro-industry. The country is also a
access to Asia’s consumer market, which is supporter of both free and fair trade, which
recognised for having the fastest spending appeals to international companies looking for
growth in the world. a production base.

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