Thailand - National Innovation Agency (NIA)

National Innovation Agency (Public Organization), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), is Thailand’s primary agency with a mission to strengthen Thailand's national innovation system. NIA promotes and supports innovation-based enterprises through funding, education, and providing opportunities to access and utilize innovation infrastructure, including supporting Thai innovation businesses in reaching global markets. Our mission is clear: Leading Thailand to Innovation Nation. We drive Thailand’s global competitiveness through our 4G strategy—Groom, Grant, Growth, and Global—supporting startups at every stage. From early development to scaling and international expansion, we provide the resources, funding, and connections they need to succeed in global markets.