ITD to Host Major Southeast Asia Trade and Development Forum 2026 in Bangkok

The Institute of Future Studies for Development (ITD), a Thai private think tank, has announced it will host the "Southeast Asia Trade and Development Forum 2026" in central Bangkok on September 18, 2026. The forum will be held under the theme "The Voice of ASEAN: Transforming Crises into Opportunities." Its objective is to deepen discussions on addressing the economic challenges faced by the Southeast Asian region and transforming them into new opportunities. ITD aims to contribute to ASEAN countries' economic growth, trade promotion, and sustainable development through policy recommendations and strengthening cooperation among the private sector. This forum is expected to serve as a crucial platform for building the collaborative relationships essential for the region's overall development.