Thailand's Energy Commission is leveraging the Gastech 2026 conference to attract foreign investment in new gas sources and domestic petroleum exploration (Round 26 bidding), aiming to diversify gas supplies and reduce reliance on LNG imports. The initiative also addresses rapid data center growth through flexible electricity procurement options (including Direct PPAs), while the commission works to finalize wheeling charges by year-end 2026 and complete appointment of four new board members before end-year.