CHANG RAI – The Department of Intellectual Property, Ministry of Commerce, reports that the second “GI Market on Tour 2025” event at Central Chiang Rai drew an enthusiastic response from locals and visitors alike. The event’s lively seven-day run highlights the trust and steady demand for GI goods.
According to the Department of Intellectual Property, the team hosted the “GI Market on Tour 2025” at Central Chiang Rai between August 25 and 31, 2025. The event featured over 30 stalls with Geographical Indication (GI) products from across the country, including farm produce, foods, textiles, and crafts.
Each product stood out for its high quality and clear identity, supplied straight from the source. This drew consistent interest from shoppers, who trust the quality. For producers and entrepreneurs, the event opened more market opportunities and brought tangible income back into their communities.
This second GI Market on Tour in Chiang Rai showed just how popular Thai GI products have become. The event further proved these products are widely accepted and form a strong part of the local economy. GI products now play a key role in supporting communities and giving the country a real sense of pride.
The Department of Intellectual Property will keep supporting the growth of GI products in every way, aiming to help Thai GI goods compete globally. The department encourages everyone across Thailand to support local GI products and take part in helping communities earn steady, lasting incomes.
GI Market on Tour 2025
The GI Market on Tour 2025 in Thailand refers to a series of events organized by the Department of Intellectual Property under the Ministry of Commerce to promote Geographical Indication (GI) products.
These events showcase high-quality, regionally unique Thai products, emphasizing their cultural and geographical significance. The initiative aims to boost local economies, support producers, and increase consumer awareness of GI products, which are seen as part of Thailand’s soft power.
Key Details of GI Market on Tour 2025:
- Purpose & Products:
- Promote GI products, which are certified for their unique quality tied to specific regions.
- Create market opportunities for local producers and enhance economic value (targeting over 5.9 billion baht in market value for 2025).
- GI products span food (e.g., Rayong Monthong durian, Yala Sadet Nam durian, Ratchaburi sweet coconut), handicrafts, and textiles (e.g., Lamphun brocade silk, Sakon Nakhon indigo fabrics).
GI products are vital for Thailand’s economy, especially in food (85% of GI products), supporting exports to over 30 countries, including Japan, Malaysia, and the EU. For more details, check the GI Thailand Facebook page or the official Ministry of Commerce websites for updates on future events.
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