Thailand to Pioneer GI Product Market in Chiang Mai
Thailand's Department of Intellectual Property and the Small and Medium Enterprise Promotion Agency are launching the "GI Market Roadshow 2026" to introduce high-quality Geographical Indication (GI) products from across the country into the Chiang Mai market, aiming to boost regional economic activity.
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