Govt defends solar sector as China supplies 99.3% of imports

The Thai government has issued a defense of the domestic solar sector following the release of trade data indicating that China accounted for 99.3% of solar panel imports during the first seven months of 2026. The figures highlight a significant reliance on Chinese supply chains for the country's solar energy infrastructure.

Officials maintain their support for the local industry despite the overwhelming market dominance of imported Chinese components. The government's stance underscores the ongoing tension between meeting renewable energy targets and managing external dependencies in the solar manufacturing sector.