Boonyarit Kalayanamit -Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce hailed the success of Thailand’s film industry in the international market. “At the recent Hong Kong Film Mart, Thai companies generated sales, licensing deals and contracts totalling more than US$50 million (Bt1.6 billion). “Friend Zone” from GDH 559 and “The Lake” from Hollywood (Thailand) have both secured international distribution. Twelve Thai companies were given the opportunity to present their latest projects and services. Thai Night is one element of the ongoing programme of promotion for the digital content industry in the international market, which is undertaken by the Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce.

Source: The Nation Bangkok May 21, 2019 07:07 UTC