Thailand Aims for OECD in Bold Tech-Driven Overhaul

Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, has announced a major push to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). He stated this membership is a key goal for boosting the country's economy. Anutin said the government will use technology and innovation as the main drivers of this economic change. The plan focuses on modernizing key sectors to make Thailand more competitive globally. The OECD is a group of 38 developed nations. Membership requires meeting high international standards in areas like trade, governance, and anti-corruption. Joining would signal that Thailand’s economy is advanced and open. It could attract more foreign investment. Anutin leads the Bhumjaithai Party, a major partner in the ruling coalition. He stated that achieving OECD standards is now official government policy. This move represents a significant long-term ambition for Southeast Asia's second-largest economy. The accession process is typically complex and can take many years.