GDSI to establish ‘Hyperscale Data Center’ in Chonburi, PM emphasizes Thailand’s potential as regional connectivity hub

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn met with GDS International executives to discuss the development of a hyperscale data center in Chonburi, marking a key step toward making Thailand a leading digital hub in ASEAN.

BANGKOK, Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra met with William Wei Huang, Chairman and CEO of GDS Holdings, and Jamie Gee Choo Khoo, President of GDS International (GDSI), to discuss the company’s investment plans in Thailand’s digital infrastructure, Nov 5.

GDSI announced its intention to establish a Hyperscale Data Center in Chonburi, with the support of Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI). This project marks a significant milestone in transforming Thailand into a digital economy hub in Southeast Asia.

During the meeting, Prime Minister Paetongtarn emphasized Thailand’s potential as a regional connectivity hub and highlighted the government’s commitment to facilitating investments in the digital sector. The prime minister also introduced the “One Family One Soft Power” policy, which aims to foster high-skilled labor through digital skill development.

Mr. Huang expressed his gratitude to the Thai government for its support, noting Thailand’s robust digital infrastructure and favorable environment for data centers. With over 1,000 global clients and partners, GDSI is ready to contribute to Thailand’s digital ecosystem and promote future-focused digital innovations.



Both parties agreed to collaborate closely on regulatory support and skill development, preparing Thai workers for careers in digital technology. Prime Minister Paetongtarn also invited GDSI to collaborate with Thai universities, sharing expertise and knowledge to enhance the digital capabilities of the Thai workforce.

As part of the “One Family One Soft Power” policy, Prime Minister Paetongtarn highlighted plans to develop high-tech skills for Thai workers, aligning with GDSI’s data center project aimed at boosting digital infrastructure.



Prime Minister Paetongtarn expressed support for GDSI’s data center investment, underscoring Thailand’s potential as a digital and connectivity hub in Southeast Asia, with comprehensive backing from the Board of Investment.
During their meeting, both the Thai government and GDSI emphasized the importance of skill-sharing initiatives, including GDSI’s commitment to working with Thai universities to strengthen digital competencies for a future-ready workforce.

GDSI’s planned data center in Chonburi, supported by the Thai government, aims to enhance Thailand’s digital economy infrastructure and expand cloud service and AI technology adoption across the region.