Thailand to Boost Industrial Production Index with AI and Data Centers
Thailand's Office of Industrial Economics (OSMI) plans to boost the Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) by 2.05% in September 2026 through the "Thai Help Thai Plus" strategy, leveraging AI and data centers. This initiative aims to enhance domestic industrial competitiveness.
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