International Institute For Trade And Development

Section 6 of Royal Decree Establishing the International Institute for Trade and Development (Public Organization) B.E.2544 stated that “the Institute's objectives are training and research to promote trade and development and carry-out other activities which are in-line with the Agreement between the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development” In order to fulfill its objective pursuant to Paragraph 1, the Institute shall have the followings: 1. Conduct educational training and promote research for personnel from various countries, in particular the Asian region, in the areas of international trade, finance, treasury, investment, development and other related topics, so that the said personnel are able to function in their responsibilities in-line with globalization and elimination of trade barriers; 2. Render assistance to developing countries, in particular the Asian region, in order to enhance capacity and ability in jointly setting the appropriate economic policies, as well as legislation adjustment which are in-line with the said policies; 3. Promote and support regional economic cooperation, and build unity through the exchange of experience and knowledge; 4. Be the center for conducting training and capacity enhancing activities, together with the Office of Secretary - General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and other related organizations.