On 29 May 2026, the Eastern Economic Corridor Office (EECO) welcomed a delegation from SOKO, a food and beverage company from the Republic of North Macedonia.
The delegation was led by Mr. Alexander Ljusic, Managing Director, and Mr. Robert Smileski, Director for Marketing and Product Development, to discuss and explore investment opportunities within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC).
During the meeting, representatives from SOKO presented an overview of the company’s operations, highlighting its expertise in producing and distributing a wide range of fruit juices and beverages that have gained recognition in European and international markets. The company also emphasized its strong commitment to sustainable business practices, supported by internationally recognized sustainability assessments, while leveraging advanced Industry 4.0 technologies and fully digitalized manufacturing processes to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and production scalability. The company expressed its interest in exploring Thailand’s potential as a manufacturing base and regional distribution hub for Southeast Asia.
EECO provided an overview of the EEC’s investment potential, investment promotion policies, incentives available to foreign investors, and the region’s well-developed infrastructure, logistics network, and supply chains that support the food and beverage industry. Particular emphasis was placed on Thailand’s access to high-quality agricultural raw materials and its transportation connectivity to key markets across the region.
Both parties exchanged views on emerging trends in the food and beverage sector, product development strategies to meet evolving consumer demands, and potential opportunities for collaboration in investment, manufacturing, and market expansion across ASEAN and Australia.
The discussion reflected the growing interest of European businesses in Thailand and the EEC as a regional hub for investment, manufacturing, and exports in the food and beverage sector. It also highlighted the potential for strengthening economic cooperation between Thailand and the Republic of North Macedonia in the years ahead.
