21/08/2026
🧠⚖️ Thailand's First Draft AI Act: A New Standard for Responsible Innovation
Thailand's Digital Economy and Society Minister recently confirmed that the country's first Artificial Intelligence Act is on track to be finalised within this fiscal year.
The announcement was made at AI Governance Week 2026, held from 29 June to 3 July, hosted by the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) and its AI Governance Center (AIGC).
The law is being drafted with a clear purpose in mind. On one side, it aims to support the continued growth and adoption of AI. On the other hand, it seeks to protect public interest, individual rights, and safety, particularly where AI systems carry high risk.
✅ What we know so far:
➜ The draft law follows a risk-based approach, with prohibited AI systems banned outright, and the strictest oversight applied to high-risk AI systems.
➜ The draft includes administrative penalties, with fines potentially reaching up to THB 5 million depending on the violation.
➜ Foreign providers may be required to appoint a local representative or authorised coordinator in Thailand.
➜ Certain AI-generated content, including deepfakes and content relating to sensitive public interest matters, may be subject to transparency and labelling requirements.
The government has framed the law as part of a broader goal to position Thailand as a regional hub for AI governance, alongside efforts already underway through the AI Governance Centre and updated guidelines for state agencies.
The draft remains under consultation and may be further revised before it enters the legislative process.
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