全球感知｜中企赴泰投资增速逾20% 需防范三大跨境风险

Core Insights - The "Thailand-China Investment Forum" highlighted the deepening collaboration between Thailand and China, emphasizing the importance of cross-border risk management in areas such as equity structure, tax compliance, and human resource management [1] Group 1: Economic Cooperation - Thailand has been China's largest trading partner for 12 consecutive years and the biggest source of foreign investment [1] - In the first nine months of 2025, Thailand's investment promotion project applications reached 1.37 trillion Thai Baht (approximately 301.4 billion RMB), a 94% year-on-year increase, marking the highest record in 60 years [1] - Chinese investment applications accounted for 839 projects, with an investment amount of 142.9 billion Thai Baht (approximately 32 billion RMB), a 26% year-on-year increase, primarily in the electronics, metals, and automotive sectors [1] Group 2: Strategic Investment Policies - Thailand's "Future-Oriented Strategic Investment" aims to transform the economy from traditional to high-value modern industries, with foreign investment at its core [2] - The government has adjusted electric vehicle policies to accelerate market penetration through subsidies and aims to increase the share of clean energy from 22% to 50% by 2027 [2] - Thailand has signed 17 free trade agreements with 24 countries, enhancing its position as a pharmaceutical production and export hub [2] Group 3: Investment Facilitation - The "Thailand Fast Track" mechanism aims to expedite the approval process for high-value strategic projects, reducing approval times by 20% to 50% [2] - This mechanism applies to projects with a minimum investment of 1 billion Thai Baht and in targeted high-tech industries [2] Group 4: Talent Development - The Thai government plans to train 100,000 skilled professionals to meet the demands of new industries, supported by various training programs [3] - BOI encourages Chinese companies to assist in upgrading local industries, particularly in transitioning traditional automotive suppliers to electric vehicle components [3] Group 5: Compliance Risks - Companies investing in Thailand must pay attention to compliance risks related to equity structure, tax arrangements, and human resource management [5] - The Thai government has established a scrutiny committee focusing on high-risk sectors, and companies in restricted industries must apply for foreign business licenses [5] - Tax compliance is critical, as residing in Thailand for over 180 days may classify individuals as tax residents, requiring global income reporting [5]