Bangkok: The Thai government has taken a proactive step by visiting AgiBot, a prominent Chinese tech company, as part of its strategy to align with future industries. Ekniti joined the Prime Minister's delegation in Shanghai, marking a significant move towards designing economic, fiscal, and investment policies that aim to empower Thai entrepreneurs in the global technology supply chain.
According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, accompanied the Prime Minister on the visit to AgiBot, located in Shanghai, People's Republic of China. The visit was aimed at studying the advancements in Humanoid Robot technology and Embodied AI, which are pivotal in the development of AI capable of perceiving, learning, and making decisions through robotic systems. AgiBot is recognized for its comprehensive robotic systems which include hardware, AI models, and operating systems used in diverse sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, services, and elderly care.
This visit underscores the Thai government's commitment to staying abreast of global technological advancements. By leveraging real-world data and insights, Thailand aims to craft policies that resonate with future industries. The opportunity for Thailand lies not just in improving production efficiency through robotics but also in attracting investments in high-precision components, electronics, software, AI, and automation. Additionally, there is an emphasis on nurturing Thai human resources and entrepreneurs to become key players in the global technology supply chain.