Bangkok, Thailand – Media OutReach Newswire – September 27, 2024 – The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), through the National Innovation Agency (NIA), has launched the following programs with five partners from the public and private sectors: We will implement it. Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC), Royal Thai Embassy in Stockholm, Techsauce, and Thai Startup Association (TSA) partner with Epicenter to co-sponsor the launch of “The Scaleup Impact! Thailand-Sweden Global Startup Acceleration Program” did. The program aims to elevate Thailand’s startup ecosystem to a global level, connecting Thai impact tech startups with the global market through an intensive acceleration process to create innovations that meet global market demands. The launch event was moderated by director Kronkanit Rakcharoen. Alongside the Director-General of European Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Dr. Crispaca Bunghuen, Director-General of the National Innovation Agency (Public Authority).
NIA and Thai Embassy in Stockholm partner with Epicenter
Mrs. Arunrun Foton Humphreys, appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Sweden, said, “One of the main missions of the Royal Thai Embassy in Stockholm and the Thai-Nordic Innovation Unit (TNIU) is to promote active economic diplomacy. The goal is to promote the Sweden is a world leader in innovation and is known as an ‘innovation powerhouse’, with success dependent on access to a startup ecosystem that fosters global growth. In collaboration with key government and private sector organizations in Thailand’s startup ecosystem, this project is a true integration of planning, budgeting and project support, and the Embassy partnered with Epicenter. Stockholm) specializes in accelerators for startups, opening doors of opportunity from Thailand to Sweden, Scandinavia and global markets. ”
The ambassador further added, “In today’s rapidly changing world, new challenges require innovative solutions and collaboration across all sectors. Start-ups are a key driver of innovation and can quickly create a big impact. We encourage entrepreneurs who are committed to developing sustainable innovations to join this program.” We strongly believe in the potential of Thai startups and believe that we can make the leap from “Soonikorn” to unicorn. ”
Professor Thongchai Suwonsithong, Director of the Associate Professor Competitiveness Program Management Unit (PMUC), said, “PMUC attaches great importance to strengthening the international competitiveness of Thailand’s private sector through global partnership projects. This will be achieved through international network cooperation involving universities.” These networks enable Thai and foreign research institutes, government agencies, and the private sector to collaborate on research and innovation, facilitating foreign technology transfer and dissemination of domestically developed technologies to international partners. It aims to strengthen the capacity of Thailand’s private sector to bring research and innovation to the global market in a way that meets the country’s specific needs. ”
Furthermore, Assoc. Thongchai added, “With this project, PMUC is pleased to be able to help accelerate the growth of Thai entrepreneurs, especially deep tech startups. By connecting them with Swedish entrepreneurs, We aim to provide a foothold into the global market.” This is an important mechanism that allows Thai entrepreneurs to strengthen their international competitiveness, access greater financial resources, and distribute their products and services around the world. ”
Dr. Krispaka Boonhuen, Executive Director of the National Innovation Agency (Public Authority), said, “As a promoter of Thailand’s innovation landscape, NIA is committed to supporting Thai startups to help them enter the global market, especially Sweden. Sweden is known for its strong startup ecosystem and is a leading global innovation hub. The partnership under the “Scale Up Impact! Thailand – Sweden Global Startup Acceleration Program” will foster 12 Thai startups in the field of impact tech that have a positive social and environmental impact. The purpose is to. The program focuses on connecting Thai startups to the global market through knowledge exchange and expertise with leading Swedish entrepreneurs and investors who excel in innovation and have produced many successful startups. . This six-month program is of particular interest to Nordic investors. will be conducted from September 2024 to March 2025 and will be a workshop to determine objectives and key results (OKRs) to strengthen the skills and networks of Thai startups towards global competitiveness. It includes various activities such as , expert lectures and business matching. Additionally, these startups will have the opportunity to present their business plans at Thailand Pitch Day 2025, which will be held in Sweden in March 2025. ”
Dr. Krispaka further added, “This project will not only open the door to new markets for Thai startups and facilitate endless growth opportunities, but also give startups access to resources, networks, and speed. It is a thing,” he said.
Growing European market. This will foster sustainable growth and future global leadership, and align with NIA’s goal of elevating Thai startups on the world stage. ”
The Scale Up Impact! Thailand-Sweden Global Startup Acceleration Program”. Applications will be accepted from September 10th to September 30th, 2024. Register through Epicenter Accelerate Thai Cohort 2024/25 (confetti.events) or scan the QR code below.
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