Imagine stepping into a venue where the air is fragrant with the exotic spices of Thailand, and an array of delectable dishes tempts every passerby – welcome to the illustrious Thai Food Heritage Building of the National Food Institute, a place where culinary dreams meet innovation.
Accompanying me in this culinary celebration were some of the eminent personalities like Ichimi Katsuyuki, the Governor of Mie Prefecture; the charming ambassador of Japan to Thailand, Nashida Kazuya; the astute Banjong Sukreeta, deputy permanent secretary of the Ministry of Industry; the insightful Passakorn Chairat, Director-General of the Department of Industrial Promotion; and the visionary Suppawan Teerarat, the President of the National Food Institute.
Imagine a symposium of processed food virtuosos, legendary food artisans, and pioneering food business operators from Mie Prefecture, all presenting their premier delicacies. And the best part? They were all available for a gastronomic adventure, with free tasting that teased the palette and delighted the senses.
And that’s not all! The event was more than just a feast for the taste buds; it was also a bustling business matchmaking hub. Entrepreneurs mingled, ideas exchanged, and partnerships were forged, laying down a fortuitous path for a robust network of business operations and cutting-edge food processing technology.
The culinary soiree spoke volumes of Thailand’s lofty ambitions – a vision to turbocharge the export of processed food to a massive 60% by 2027, ultimately translating to a mouth-watering net worth of around 1.32 trillion baht! Can you believe that?
Adding more substance to the event were the erudite academic and research reveals on the rise of plant-based proteins. Ah, the crowd couldn’t get enough of it! It’s the talk of the town, with a forecast that these green goodies will skyrocket by an invigorating 12.2% annually in the global marketplace over the next decade.
The ties between Thailand and Japan are akin to a perfectly seasoned broth, rich and full of promise. Standing as Thailand’s second most invaluable trading partner, the Land of the Rising Sun witnessed a whopping 160 billion baht in Thai food exports by the end of 2023. And folks, hold onto your chopsticks because that figure is on a trajectory to swell to a staggering 220 billion baht by 2027!
But wait, we’re not raising our glasses to say sayonara just yet. This event also marked the continued prosperous partnership between DIPROM, the National Food Institute, and Mie Prefecture. This alliance is not just about raking in the profits; it’s about catering to market needs with the slickest of technologies and groundbreaking innovations.
Let’s not forget the Framework Exchange ceremony, a pivotal moment that amplified international business prospects for SMEs and underscored the burgeoning development of food products and processed agricultural goods. This isn’t just about stirring the industrial pot; it’s a deliberate strategy to skill-up the workforce, embrace technology, and tap into renewable energy – the veritable lifeblood of industries worldwide.
This exchange serves as the ultimate sous-chef for business operators, helping them to whip up stability and sustainability amidst the fast-paced and ever-evolving global stage, ensuring that they stay ahead in the game and flourish in the new era. So, let’s toast to a future where traditions weave with innovation to serve up success on a silver platter!
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