# Thailand and China Boost Solar Ties to Cut Energy Costs

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/china/223873-thailand-and-china-boost-solar-ties-to-cut-energy-costs
- Published: 2025-06-05T11:43:48+07:00
- Author: NNT

Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister Pirapan traveled to China to strengthen clean energy
collaboration, holding talks with six leading solar companies. The discussions emphasized
adopting solar technology in Thailand to lower electricity costs.

## Key Takeways

 * Deputy PM Pirapan Salirathavibhaga led a delegation to China (May 26-30) to bolster
   cooperation in clean and renewable energy, specifically focusing on solar technology
   and cost reduction.
 * The delegation engaged with six leading Chinese solar companies specializing 
   in panels, inverters, storage, and management systems to discuss potential collaborations
   in Thailand’s expanding solar market.
 * The visit, supported by Chinese trade officials, aims to accelerate solar adoption,
   diversify energy sources, and lower electricity costs in Thailand, with positive
   interest from the companies to work on Thai projects.
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Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga recently completed a China
visit focused on bolstering clean and renewable energy cooperation, particularly
in solar technology. Leading a delegation from May 26-30, Pirapan engaged with leading
solar companies in Jiangsu province and Shanghai.

Discussions with firms like GoodWe, Canadian Solar, Trina Solar, Changzhou Almaden,
JinkoSolar, and Sungrow explored technologies and collaborative opportunities within
Thailand’s expanding solar market. The visit, supported by representatives from 
the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic 
Products, aimed to drive down electricity costs and expand access to sustainable
energy solutions.

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The initiative seeks to accelerate solar energy adoption, diversify Thailand’s energy
sources, and lower electricity expenses for Thai citizens. All six companies voiced
interest in collaborating on solar projects in line with Pirapan’s proposals, paving
the way for affordable and efficient solar systems in Thailand. Further coordination
is anticipated to translate discussions into tangible projects.

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