The Agricultural Mechanization for Export-Quality Products in Africa (AGROMEQA EXPO 2026) was held in Abuja, Nigeria, from 15 to 16 October 2026. Ms. Monrada Yamkasikorn, Counsellor, represented the Royal Thai Embassy in Abuja at the opening ceremony, which was presided over by H.E. Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Minister of Livestock Development of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

 

The event was also attended by Ms. Kanokpun Phattraprinsiri, Director of the Office of Commercial Affairs in Abuja, alongside members of the diplomatic corps in Nigeria, including the Ambassador of Malaysia to Nigeria and representatives from India, Cuba, and Brazil. Other distinguished participants included the President of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry, senior government officials, and entrepreneurs from the agricultural and livestock sectors across Nigeria, bringing the total number of participants to over 200.

 

Held under the theme “Technology and Investment for Agro-Export,” AGROMEQA EXPO 2026 aimed to promote the adoption of modern agricultural technologies and innovations, enhance productivity, and strengthen the competitiveness of agricultural products for export. The exhibition featured 25 booths showcasing Nigerian businesses engaged in agricultural machinery, irrigation systems, fertilisers, and industrial-scale production technologies. The programme also included panel discussions on agricultural innovation and modern technologies to improve production efficiency and capacity, as well as business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking sessions.

 

Representing the Thai private sector, Mr. Rachan Fakmek, Chief Executive Officer of Welbot Co., Ltd. and Tec2grow Nigeria Ltd., participated in the B2B matchmaking activities to explore opportunities for expanding agricultural cooperation between Thailand and Nigeria. These engagements aimed to build upon existing projects with various Nigerian states, promote technology transfer, generate greater economic value, and create new business opportunities for Thai enterprises in the Nigerian market.