Bangkok: SME D Bank hosted a special lecture on 'The Role of SME D Bank on Opportunities and Challenges of the Thai Economy in 2025' at the Impact Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani. This event featured insights from Economic Ministers on the critical role of state financial institutions in supporting sustainable development for SME entrepreneurs. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ekkanat Promphan, Minister of Industry, highlighted the Ministry's 'Fight, Save, Create' policy, which aims at ensuring legal compliance, fostering competition equality, and developing environmentally friendly industries. He stressed the necessity of capital access for SMEs to transition towards sustainable practices and align with the global economy. SME D Bank's support is deemed pivotal in providing the necessary financial backing for SMEs to pursue sustainable industrial transformation. Mr. Paopum Rojanasakul, Deputy Minister of Finance, elaborated on the strategic position of SME D Bank as a state financial institution focused on assisting individuals unable to secure capital from commercial banks. The emphasis is on strengthening the bank's stability while facilitating loans to SMEs perceived as high-risk by commercial banks. He advocated for a comprehensive loan consideration process that encompasses the entire supply chain, ensuring smooth operations for SME businesses. Additionally, SME D Bank has been advised to adopt a proactive approach by reaching out to potential clients, particularly those SMEs unfamiliar with the bank's services. Collaboration with the Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Bank) and the Small Industry Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG) is encouraged to help small businesses expand beyond domestic boundaries and tap into international markets.
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