Thailand to advance policies to boost space industry and satellite services
Rapidly positioning itself as a key player in the global space industry, the country is advancing ambitious policies, forging international partnerships, and investing in innovation to drive economic growth.
Thailand’s Digital Economy Ministry is advancing several key policies to boost the country’s space industry and satellite services. The draft Landing Rights policy, approved by the National Space Policy Committee and pending Cabinet approval, will allow foreign satellite operators to provide services within Thailand while ensuring fair competition with domestic providers.
Alongside this, the committee approved the updated National Space Master Plan, reflecting recommendations from national development councils. These policies form part of the broader National Satellite Policy Framework, which addresses policy, legal and regulatory development, international collaboration, and space infrastructure to support the growing space sector.
The government is focused on using space technology and satellite data to improve areas like disaster management, agriculture, and resource governance. Thailand is also enhancing international cooperation by planning to sign the Artemis Accords, working with China on lunar research, and developing space traffic management policies to strengthen its global role.
To support these goals, Thailand is investing in digital infrastructure to expand space activities, ensure inclusive access, reduce inequality, and boost economic and social security.
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