True IDC Partners with Alibaba Cloud to Strengthen Thailand’s Digital Infrastructure and Accelerate the Transition to the AI and Cloud Era
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Bangkok, July 16, 2025 – True Internet Data Center Co., Ltd. (True IDC), a leading data center and cloud services provider in Thailand under Charoen Pokphand Group, has announced a strategic expansion of its collaboration with Alibaba Cloud. True IDC has been appointed as the Authorized Distributor and the sole Managed Services Provider (MSP) of Alibaba Cloud in Thailand. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen Thailand’s digital infrastructure and support local organizations in their transition to the AI and cloud era, while also contributing to the robust growth of the country’s digital economy.
In its new roles as both distributor and comprehensive MSP, True IDC will play a key part in expanding access to Alibaba Cloud’s world-class technologies for businesses across all industries in Thailand. The company will also foster a thriving digital ecosystem that promotes knowledge sharing, skill development, and end-to-end cloud service delivery. These services include strategic consultation, cloud architecture design, planning, system deployment, ongoing operations management in accordance with international standards, and the establishment of a strong domestic technology partner network. Additionally, True IDC is committed to helping Thai enterprises maximize the benefits of cloud adoption in terms of operational efficiency, cost control, cybersecurity, IT talent gap mitigation, simplified system management, regulatory compliance, and sustainable digital business operations.
Mr. Tanawat Konsombat, Head of Technology at True IDC, stated that “This collaboration with Alibaba Cloud marks a significant milestone for True IDC in enhancing Thailand’s digital capabilities. We are committed to delivering comprehensive one-stop cloud services that support Thai enterprises in their digital and AI transformation journey—offering secure, future-ready, and cost-effective solutions. Beyond infrastructure, we also provide strategic technology guidance to empower Thai organizations to thrive in the digital economy.”
Mr. Edward Liu, Director of ISV Business Development for the South Pacific Region & Japan at Alibaba Cloud, stated “We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with True IDC in Thailand. Alibaba Cloud remains committed to supporting Thai businesses with secure, scalable, and innovative cloud solutions. This partnership combines True IDC’s deep understanding of the local IT landscape and strong technical expertise with Alibaba Cloud’s global technology capabilities. We believe our joint efforts will accelerate Thailand’s digital transformation and contribute significantly to its digital economy.”
This collaboration represents a pivotal step in establishing a solid technological foundation for the nation. It will enable both the public and private sectors to access end-to-end cloud services—from global technology enablement and IT strategic planning to professional operations and talent development—under a robust partner ecosystem. Ultimately, the partnership aims to enhance industry-wide competitiveness and fuel the growth of Thailand’s digital economy, paving the way for the country to emerge as a digital hub in ASEAN in the near future.