The Eastern Economic Corridor Policy Committee (EEC Policy Committee) is responsible for formulating policies and overseeing the implementation of initiatives within the EEC.

EECO stands for the Eastern Economic Corridor Office of Thailand. It is a government agency with the primary mandate of driving the development of the EEC area, promoting investment, and enhancing the quality of life for local communities. EECO carries out these responsibilities by coordinating with public and private sector entities to advance projects within the EEC.

The EEC builds upon the achievements of the Eastern Seaboard—Thailand’s premier economic base, which benefits from well-developed infrastructure, efficient logistics systems, and strategic location within Asia.

It is a designated area established to promote economic activities such as investment, commerce, or targeted industries. These zones provide special incentives, facilitation measures, and specific regulatory frameworks to support business operations.

The 12 targeted industries are:

1. Next – Generation Automotive
2. Intelligent Electronics
3. High – Value and Medical Tourism
4. Advanced Agriculture and Biotechnology
5. Food for the Future
6. Automation and Robotics
7. Medical and Comprehensive Healthcare
8. Aviation and Logistics
9. Biofuel and Biochemical
10. Digital
11. Defense
12. Education and Human Resource Development

1. Increased employment opportunities driven by the expansion of the industrial, commercial, and service sectors.
2. Higher incomes generated through access to high-value, skilled position.
3. Access to training and skill development via workforce initiatives supported by public – private partnerships.
4. Improved infrastructure, including roads, utilities (electricity, water, internet), and public transportation systems.
5. New opportunities for local businesses, particularly in retail, services, hospitality, and tourism.
6. Enhanced quality of life through improved access to healthcare services, education, and public facilities.
7. Opportunities for the transfer of technology and industry know – how from multinational corporations to the local workforce.

They may contribute feedback to the EEC Development Plan and join community networks that monitor potential impacts within the EEC area.

EECO collaborates with educational institutions and local enterprises to develop workforce skills that meet the needs of targeted industries. It also supports the establishment of joint public – private training centers to accommodate workers at all levels.

1. Urban planning and land-use zoning that establish buffer zones between industrial areas and communities or conservation areas.
2. Preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) or Environmental Health Impact Assessments (EHIA) prior to project implementation.
3. Promotion of recycling, proper wastewater and hazardous waste management, and the use of renewable energy in production processes.
4. Collaboration with relevant agencies to develop and implement environmental management plans that balance area development with the sustainable management of natural resources and the environment.

They gain access to technology and innovation that enhance efficiency and meet consumer demands, and they are better connected to investors and high – value tourism markets.

The EEC links investment benefits to community sustainability through:

1. Developing local economies so they can participate in supply chains arising from economic activities in the EEC.
2. Strengthening the agricultural sector by improving access to technology and enabling farmers to produce high – quality, market – standard products.
3. Upgrading area – based and community – based tourism with distinctive cultural identities to attract higher – spending visitors.
4. Supporting the development of vocational and entrepreneurial skills among community enterprises.

The preparation of the Land Use Plan for the Eastern Economic Corridor (the EEC Plan) is carried out in accordance with the Eastern Economic Corridor Act, B.E. 2561 (2018). The process follows established urban planning principles and is jointly implemented by EECO and the Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning.

EECO creates an enabling investment environment by offering tax and non – tax incentives and providing one – stop services for both domestic and foreign investors.

For projects located within Special Economic Promotion Zones, conditions are imposed during the approval process, followed by monitoring and evaluation. EECO has the authority to revoke incentives or suspend projects immediately if conditions are violated. For projects located within the EEC but outside Special Economic Promotion Zones, EECO coordinates with relevant authorities to take action in accordance with the law.

Yes. Both Thai and foreign investors are eligible for incentives, subject to the investment approval criteria.

EEC progress can be monitored through the following channels:

1. EECO website: “https://eeco.or.th/”
2. Facebook: “Eastern Economic Corridor – EEC”
3. YouTube: “EEC We Can”
4. TikTok: “eecthailand”