Thailand To Boost Craftsmanship and Soft Power with French Collaboration

[snoop1130]

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand is working to elevate the quality of its soft power products to international standards. 

 

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin hosted Bénédicte Épinay, CEO and General Director of the French organization Comité Colbert, following his invitation. 

 

They explored ways to boost cooperation in Thai craftsmanship and soft power, aiming to enhance the global standing of Thai products.

 

Épinay commended Thailand for its renowned craftsmanship. Both parties agreed that strategic branding and marketing could significantly increase the value of Thai products. Comité Colbert is eager to assist Thailand in fostering innovations and advancing design education.

 

Furthermore, Prime Minister Srettha expressed optimism that sharing knowledge and experiences with France would enhance the creation of high-quality products and boost international acclaim, thus strengthening Thailand’s soft power.

 

Épinay highlighted the critical role of international collaboration in education and nurturing new talent. Both sides are ready to work together to develop a sustainable and progressive ecosystem in the industry.

 

By Naark Rojanasuvan

 

Source: NNT 2024-04-19

 

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[Nsp64]

Like children who have learned a new word,  same was for hubs a while ago.

Soft power grows organically and not created to be soft power from the outset.

 

[John Drake]

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Furthermore, Prime Minister Srettha expressed optimism that sharing knowledge and experiences with France would enhance the creation of high-quality products

 

Such as???

[Bobthegimp]

13 hours ago, Nsp64 said:

Like children who have learned a new word,  same was for hubs a while ago.

Soft power grows organically and not created to be soft power from the outset.

 

 

My thought exactly.  Add it to the list below "hub" and "crackdown".

[hotchilli]

21 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Thailand is working to elevate the quality of its soft power products to international standards. 

And failing?

[cncltd1973]

I've seen and purchased beautiful pottery from CM, but what else is there in Thailand with craftsmanship adequate for the French?

[BayArea]

21 minutes ago, cncltd1973 said:

I've seen and purchased beautiful pottery from CM, but what else is there in Thailand with craftsmanship adequate for the French?

Thai women. No. 1 export hands down.