PUBLISHED : 2 Sep 2024 at 04:30
Thai silk is a national asset that should be promoted to help the kingdom raise its profile on the international stage, according to caretaker Culture Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol over the weekend.
Speaking at the 13th edition of Thai Silk: Road to the World 2024, jointly organised by the Culture Ministry and the Association of Thai Silk and Culture Promotion, Ms Sudawan on Saturday said the government will continue to promote Thai cultural products on the global stage in an effort to boost the economy.
The official effort to promote Thai silk followed the initiative of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother, she said.
The event, held at the Royal Thai Navy Conference Hall, included a fashion show that featured 93 dresses, modelled by representatives from various international diplomatic missions and Thai government delegates.
The fashion show highlighted designs by young Thai designers and different types of fabrics from across the country.
“Thai silk is well-known for its beauty, quality, and distinctive characteristics, depending on their origin. It plays a great role in supporting tourism,” she said.
Ms Sudawan said the event will help highlight Thai silk’s potential by showcasing its versatility, calling it a mix of modern innovation and age-old wisdom.
Turning the fabrics into wearable creations will add value to the product, that will turn into higher income for local communities, which will help boost the national economy.
She said the event also served as a platform for fashion design students in Thailand to connect with international fashion experts.
All dresses from the event are now on display at “Thai Silk: Road to the World” exhibition at Emsphere shopping centre until Sept 8.