Thai Cabinet Orders Review of 'Thai Innovation List' Procurement Criteria

The Thai Cabinet has officially directed the Bureau of the Budget and relevant agencies to conduct a comprehensive review of the 'Thai Innovation List' procurement criteria. This initiative, reported by Khaosod Online, aims to improve transparency, ensure fair competition, and maximize value in government spending. The review process is expected to be completed within 60 days.

According to government sources, the Bureau of the Budget, in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Commerce, will re-evaluate the qualification, pricing, and registration processes for innovative products and services. This pause in the announcement of new list entries is intended to address existing limitations and assess the overall impact on entrepreneurs.

Since the inception of the Thai Innovation List in January 2016, 115 editions have been published, featuring 940 distinct works. As of September 2026, 396 of these products and services have reached the end of their registration eligibility. For residents and business owners, this policy shift may influence future government procurement opportunities and the availability of state-supported innovative solutions. It remains to be confirmed how the revised criteria will specifically alter the selection process for future innovations and what new standards will be implemented once the 60-day review concludes.