Foreign Investment in Thailand Reaches 57 Billion Baht in First 4 Months

Foreign Investment in Thailand Reaches 57 Billion Baht in First 4 Months. Japan Leads, EEC Attracts 31 Billion Baht In the first four months of 2025, Thailand continued to be a popular place for foreign investors. A total of 363 foreign companies received permission to do business in the country, with investments adding up to 57.86 billion baht. This is an increase of 110 companies (or 43%) and 2.9 billion baht (about 5%) compared to the same time last year. The data reflects growing foreign investor confidence in Thailand’s economic potential and business opportunities.

According to the Department of Business Development under the Ministry of Commerce, most foreign investments came through two main channels: foreign business licenses (87 entities) and foreign business certificates (276 entities). This shows the diversity and openness of Thailand’s investment landscape for international investors.

Japan continued to top the list of investing countries, with 71 entities (20% of the total), contributing more than 17.26 billion baht in investments. Japanese investors mainly focused on supply chain-related industries, such as component procurement, engineering services, and electric vehicle charging station businesses.

The United States followed in second place with 51 entities investing 2.49 billion baht, mainly in retail, warehousing, data centers, and contract manufacturing. Singapore ranked third with 45 entities investing a significant 9.13 billion baht, particularly in technology businesses such as electric train control systems, advanced distribution centers, and software development.

China and Hong Kong also continued to show strong investment interest. China invested through 43 entities with a total value of 6.47 billion baht, while Hong Kong invested via 40 entities with a total of 5.77 billion baht. These investors showed interest in logistics, customs clearance services in Free Zones, IT systems, and contract manufacturing plants.

A particularly notable trend is the continued investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), which remains a major magnet for foreign capital. There were 108 investment projects in the EEC, accounting for 30% of all foreign investment projects in Thailand—an increase of 40% compared to last year—with a total investment value of 31.36 billion baht, or 54% of the total foreign investment in the country.

Japan remained the top investor in the EEC as well, with 32 entities investing 10 billion baht. Meanwhile, China, Singapore, and other countries also maintained a steady flow of investment. Most investments in the EEC focused on mold industries, automotive parts, coated metals, industrial application software, and chemicals for industrial use.

The strong start to the year in terms of foreign investment signals positive growth prospects for the Thai economy. It highlights an opportunity to further develop domestic industries and promote regional investment through key initiatives like the EEC, which continues to play a vital role in Thailand’s and the region’s economic landscape.