Thailand's private sector is escalating anti-corruption efforts, marking October 1 as a pivotal date to launch a campaign against under-the-table payments. The Thai Chamber of Commerce chair argues that corruption is the root cause of smuggled goods, counterfeit products, and substandard items flooding the market. The initiative calls for stricter law enforcement, digital systems adoption, and reduced bureaucratic discretion across trade checkpoints and distribution channels to combat both corruption and illegal commerce.