Google to Establish Data Centre in Thailand with 35 Billion Baht Investment
Published: 02.10.24
Google to Establish Data Centre in Thailand with 35 Billion Baht Investment
Google has announced a 35 billion Baht ($1 billion) investment in Thailand to build a new data center in Chonburi and expand cloud infrastructure in Bangkok. The investment, aligned with Thailand’s Cloud First Policy, is expected to create 14,000 jobs annually between 2025 and 2029.
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Ruth Porat, President of Alphabet and Google, highlighted the company’s long-term partnership with Thailand, aiming to meet demand for Google Cloud, AI innovations, and services.
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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra welcomed Google’s investment and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to digital transformation, aiming to enhance data management and public services while supporting AI technology. With growing 5G infrastructure and a tech-savvy population, Thailand is poised to become a digital hub in Southeast Asia.
. As part of the tech industry, Cathcart Technology is excited to see these advancements happening in Thailand, further driving innovation and growth in the region.