Thailand's Global Compact Network (GCNT), comprising 160+ member organizations, is hosting GCNT Expo 2026 under the theme "From Shock to Shift," selected as a parallel event to the IMF Annual Meeting in Thailand this October. The expo aims to position Thai businesses as leaders in sustainable development, addressing SDG targets and emerging risks including geopolitical conflict, climate change, AI risks, and new sustainability regulations that could marginalize SMEs. The initiative emphasizes people-centered development and multi-sector collaboration to drive measurable SDG impact, with strong UN and government backing.