Alibaba launches pandemic support program for Thai SMEs

The program provides training to SMEs to help them set up online operations.

Alibaba’s business-to-business platform has launched a program to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Thailand to overcome pandemic-related business hurdles in collaboration with thaitrade.com and the country’s Ministry of Commerce, a news release revealed.

The “Pandemic Recovery Support Program” seeks to equip hundreds of Thai SMEs with the skills they need to build their own business-to-business e-commerce operations, including complimentary access to Alibaba’s seller training e-course designed for the platform’s suppliers.

In addition to training, people who complete the program will be eligible for membership discounts, advertising credits and vouchers worth $300 per participant, perks usually reserved for Alibaba.com members.