Thailand's National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) is positioning the National Quality Infrastructure (NQI)—a network of five specialized testing centres—as critical infrastructure for Thai SMEs navigating stricter global trade regulations (Green Regulation, CBAM, safety standards). The centres support testing and certification across electrical products, medical devices, EV chargers, batteries, ceramics, and health products to international standards (ISO 17025, OECD GLP, ILAC/IECEE), reducing costs and time for overseas testing and enabling direct market entry in EU and other regulated regions. This is directly actionable for exporters and innovators in regulated sectors.