Google Cloud yesterday launched its new cloud region in Thailand which is projected to contribute THB 1.4 trillion (US$ 41 billion) in economic value over the next five years to the Southeast Asian nation. The milestone is part of its US$1 billion investment announced in 2024 to expand its technical infrastructure into Thailand.
Other announcements include strategic initiatives like PanyaThAI, ChaiyoGCP, and plans for a new connectivity hub in South Thailand.
The Bangkok cloud region comprises three zones with interconnected compute capacity located in-country which can store and process specified data within Thailand’s borders thus complying with local regulations, including the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).
The Bangkok cloud region is also integrated with Google’s planet-scale network, spanning more than 200 countries and territories and 7.75 million kilometers of terrestrial and subsea cable fiber, including the recently announced TalayLink subsea cable that will connect Australia and Thailand.
In November 2025, Google Cloud’s PanyaThAI program commenced to help more Thai organizations apply its advanced enterprise AI capabilities and proven transformation blueprint to accelerate their implementation of agentic solutions that deliver real-world value. Taking part were 15 charter member organizations: Bitazza, Chulalongkorn University, Dhipaya Group Holdings, Finnomena, Ocean Life Insurance, SE-Education (SE-ED), Shop Global E-Commerce Company Limited, Siam Piwat, Sansiri, Skooldio, the Stock Exchange of Thailand, Thai Wacoal, TISCO Financial Group, TOPS, and True Digital Group.
Ekaraj Panjavinin, President, True Digital Group, said: “The launch of Google’s local cloud region is a watershed moment for Thailand’s AI-driven future. For True Digital Group, this provides the secure bedrock to unify vast datasets and translate them into meaningful real-world impact. It will also fuel our AI-first direction. Crucially, it democratizes access to Google Cloud’s best-in-class capabilities, empowering SMEs, enterprises, and the public sector alike to innovate with confidence. By fusing connectivity with cloud-based data analytics and AI, we are turning technology into practical solutions that elevate the lives of our people and propel the economy forward.”