EABC - Luncheon Policy Session 2026 Recap

On 19 August 2026, the European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC), through its Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals Working Group, successfully organised the EABC Luncheon Policy Session 2026 on “Civil Servant Medical Benefit Scheme: Policy Direction and Way Forward for Sustainable Financing and Patient Access” at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit.

The session featured keynote remarks by Ms. Wilawan Payanoi, Advisor of Fiscal and Financial System Development, Comptroller General’s Department, and Mr. Sittichai Ngamkiatkajorn, Director of the Medical Benefits Division, Comptroller General’s Department. The session brought together key stakeholders to exchange views on the future of healthcare financing under the Civil Servant Medical Benefit Scheme (CSMBS).

The discussion highlighted the importance of balancing the long-term sustainability of the CSMBS with patients’ continued access to quality healthcare. With Thailand’s ageing population and rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), the session provided a valuable platform for stakeholders to exchange perspectives on healthcare financing, patient access, and the way forward for the scheme.

EABC extends its sincere appreciation to all speakers, participants, and partners for their valuable contributions to this important discussion, and our Gold Sponsor, Boehringer Ingelheim for their valued support in making the session possible.

Photos from the event can be accessed here: [HERE]