Zhejiang trade exhibition to open in Bangkok on Sept. 16

The 2026 Zhejiang International Trade Exhibition (Thai) opens Sept. 16 at IMPACT Bangkok, bringing Zhejiang manufacturers and Thai buyers together around smart living, building materials and lighting. Organizers say the three-day event is designed to expand trade ties as China and Thailand deepen economic cooperation.

Why it matters: - The exhibition is meant to connect Zhejiang manufacturers with Thai buyers and distributors in one of Southeast Asia’s biggest trade markets. - The event comes as China remains Thailand’s largest trading partner for 13 consecutive years and bilateral trade hit a record in 2025. - The show is focused on sectors where Zhejiang wants to grow exports, including smart living, building materials and LED lighting.

What happened: - The 2026 Zhejiang International Trade Exhibition (Thai) opens on Sept. 16, 2026, at IMPACT Exhibition Center in Bangkok. - The event is hosted by the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Commerce. - The exhibition runs through Sept. 18 and lasts three days. - Organizers plan to invite guests from the Ministry of Industry of Thailand, Thailand’s Digital Economy Promotion Agency, the Business and Economic Department of the Chinese Embassy in Thailand and the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau. - The opening ceremony will include a visit to “Made in Zhejiang” products brought to Thailand by Zhejiang enterprises.

The details: - Zhejiang has held the Thailand edition of the exhibition for four consecutive years. - The event theme is “Zhejiang Made All Need.” - Zhejiang manufacturing brands on display include Hikvision, Tuya, Seng Smart Kitchen and Wonderful-Wall New Materials. - The companies are showcasing products for smart buildings and related applications. - The exhibition also features smart building products, building materials and LED lighting. - Organizers expect nearly 1,000 companies to take part in buyer-seller interaction through forums, conferences, VIP visiting groups and business matching meetings. - Zhejiang exhibitors said they expect the exhibition to deliver strong business results.

Between the lines: - The exhibition reflects Zhejiang’s push to use trade fairs as a direct route into overseas markets, especially for products tied to construction, housing and smart-home technology. - Thailand’s role as a long-time trade partner and regional hub makes Bangkok a strategic location for Zhejiang exporters. - The event also underscores how Chinese provincial governments are pairing industrial policy with international promotion to support outbound trade.

What's next: - Zhejiang enterprises will participate in on-site exhibition activities and business-matching sessions during the three-day event. - Thai and other international visitors are being invited to meet Zhejiang companies and explore future cooperation opportunities. - The exhibition’s business meetings and forums will determine how many follow-on deals emerge after the event. - More information: the exhibition announcement