EABC Thailand

HR Breakfast Talk on 22 November 2016
2016-11-22 | Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, 250 Sukhumvit Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Toei, Khet Khlong Toei, Bangkok, 10110, Thailand
HR Breakfast Talk
Your Journey to Stronger Business Performance Through People

Aon Hewitt is a leading Organization Development and HR Consulting firm with more than 30,000 colleagues across 6 continents and serves more than 70% of organizations in the Fortune 500 list. Aon Hewitt provides services and solutions encompass all employment cycles: Attract, Develop, Perform, Engage. Furthermore, Aon Hewitt helps organizations look into its organization & HR effectiveness through enhancing HR capability and maximize HR Technology.
In this Breakfast Talk, Aon Hewitt would like to highlight one of its prestigious global study called “Aon Best Employers” award. Through this study, various information is collected from several surveys and HR audit, which allow us to have in-depth insights of what Best Employers do to achieve outstanding scores on the 4 main pillars of Best Employer Characteristics namely:

High Employee Engagement
Compelling Employer Brand
Effective Leadership
High Performance Culture

Third Thursday Networking on 17 November 2016
2016-11-17 | the The Admiral’s @24 Pub & Restaurant, Sukhumvit 24
On 17 November 2016, EABC in collaboration with DanCham organised the Third Thursday Networking at the The Admiral’s @24 Pub & Restaurant, Sukhumvit 24. sponsored by Carlsberg.

Breakfast Talk on 10 November 2016
2016-11-10
On Thursday 10 November 2016, EABC with FrancoThai (host) organised a Breakfast Talk at the Crown Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park. During the event, Mr. Chalermpong Darongsuwan, Managing Director of Philips Electronics (Thailand) Ltd., Mr. Jean-Francois Cousin, speaker and global executive coach, Greatness Leadership Coaching, Ms. Catherine Jucker, Head of Manufacturing, Emerging Asia, Baxter Healthcare (Asia) Pte Ltd and Ms. Nardrerdee Arj-Harnwongse, Chief People Officer at Total Access Communication Public Co., Ltd. discussed on hard lessons learnt abroad, and tips for Thais going global, 5 keys to unleash the full potential of Thai leaders. A Panel Discussion on Best practices to set up Thai Leaders for Success in Asia and World-wide was also conducted.

Seminar & Business Networking on 3 November 2016
2016-11-03
On Thursday 3 November 2016, EABC with TSCC (host) organised a seminar & business networking at the Landmark Hotel. During the event, Mrs. Carin Rosio discussed on Collaboration for increased knowledge and competitiveness following by Mr. Lars Eriksson on effective engineering to measure the unmeasureableboration for increased knowlede and competitiveness and the third speaker was Dr. Roy Andersson on how to create sustainable and resilient organization

ASEAN Solutions for Investments, Services and Trade (ASSIST) seminar on 21 October
2016-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk)
On 21 October EABC organized a seminar on ASEAN Solutions for Investments, Services and Trade (ASSIST), under the non-tariff barrier subject and help to raise businesses complaints forward to authorities through EABC. Mr. Paolo Vergano from the ARISE office in Jakarta instructed the participants about how EABC and our members can use this helpful tool for complains on the trade of goods between ASEAN countries. Mr. Vergano was welcomed and introduced by EABC Executive Director Mr. Peter Bjork.

The Nikkei Asia 300 Global Business Forum
2016-10-06
On 7 October 2016, EABC President Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel participated at The Nikkei Asia 300 Global Business Forum, under the topic “Asia to the World – A New Era of Global Competition” The event has gather the main companys’ executives from six major countries in Asia such as China, India, Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea to joint and discuss about economic policy. This could be lead to rapid development in the future of the region with the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and the Pacific Economic Partnership Agreement (TPP).

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The Bangkok Post Forum 2016 titled ‘Moving Thailand Forward’
2016-09-28
On 28 September, EABC President Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel together with Executive Director Mr. Peter Bjork and Policy Manager Mr. Chaladbhum Temkasem participated in the Bangkok Post Forum 2016 titled ‘Moving Thailand Forward’ with H.E. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
The Prime Minister presented the Government’s ambitious plan to reform the country in many fields to move out from ‘the middle income trap’ to become a developed country in 20 years time, by 2036.
The reason for a 20 years span is to ensure that it will be continuity in the development of Human Recourses including Education. The Prime Minister also explained 4 guidelines for development as strengthening the economy at the grassroots level, connectivity of Thailand with its neighboring countries, Thailand 4.0 and development of future industries (the new S- curve) including robotics, aviation and logistics, biofuels and biochemical, digital and medical hub. The Prime Minister also concluded:
– Thailand’s GDP has improved from 0.8 % in 2014 and is expected to reach 3.5% in the 4th quarter of 2016.
– Transport and logistics are key competitiveness for Thailand. The government seeks to extend 1.435-m gauge and dual-track system for Thai railways.
– Thailand ranks 77th on e-Government in 2016, improved 25 places from last year. The government also aims to implement more on e-Government.
The Prime Minister thanked the business community for their recommendations.

September Breakfast Talk: Thai Permanent Residency and Thai Last Will
2016-09-26 09:00 - 23:00 | Mahanakorn Partners Group Co., Ltd. Kian Gwan House III, 9th Floor, 152 Wireless Road Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
Mahanakorn Partners Group Co.,Ltd., in collaboration with Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC) and European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC), would like to invite you to take part in
September Breakfast Talk: Thai Permanent Residency and Thai Last Will
Thai Permanent Residency

How can I obtain a Permanent Residency (PR) in Thailand?
I currently live and work in Thailand, am I eligible?
What benefits and rights will I enjoy by obtaining a Permanent Residency?

If you have any of the foregoing questions, look no further: join our September Breakfast Talk and learn more about how to become a Thai PR and what advantages it entails.
Whether you seek more stability, career opportunities or simply plan to settle down in Thailand for the long term, this seminar will provide the needed guidance to achieve Thai Permanent Residency, as well as highlight the merits and benefits of the PR status.
Last will and preservation of wealth
If you believe that inheritance law in Thailand matches with that of your home country, think again!
If you live in Thailand, you may have accumulated wealth and assets, such as property, bank accounts, vehicles any other and personal items, which you want to make sure to adequately protect for your loved ones. Never a pleasant subject but a necessary one, a professionally drafted bilingual last will is an efficient way to preserving your wealth, sparing your family and inheritors the burden of legal and administrative formalities, notarization and approval by a government body and ultimately ensuring that only those who matter to you will enjoy your wealth and assets.
Date: 26 September 2017
Time: 9:00AM–11:00AM (A light breakfast will be served)
Where: Mahanakorn Partners Group Co., Ltd. Kian Gwan House III, 9th Floor, 152 Wireless Road Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand. Tel. +66 (0) 2651 5107
Cost: Free of Charge

Joint Chamber Chiang Mai Networking
2016-09-21 18:30 - 21:00 | 2nd Floor, Building A, Nattakarn Seafood Restaurant, Promenada Resort Mall
Joint Chamber Chiang Mai Networking

EABC in collaboration with NTCC(host), BeLuThai, BCCT, FTCC, and GTCC cordially invites you to the next edition of the
Joint Chambers Chiang Mai Networking at the Promenada Resort Mall, on Wednesday evening, 21 September.
Join us for another fruitful networking night with your fellow Chiang Mai network.
Special thanks to our event partner, Elephant Parade for sponsoring this event.

Event details
Date: Wednesday 21 September 2016
Time: 18.30 – 21.00 hrs
Price: 600 baht for members
1,000 baht for non-members
Location: 2nd Floor, Building A, Nattakarn Seafood Restaurant, Promenada Resort Mall (map)

TILOG-LOGISTIX 2016
2016-09-21 | BITEC Bangna
On 21 September 2016, the opening ceremony of TILOG-LOGISTIX 2016 was held at The Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC). The event which was presided over by the Minister of Commerce, H.E. Mrs. Apiradi Tantraporn, was attended by the Director-General of the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Mrs. Malee Choklumlerd and executives from supporting associations. EABC was represented at the opening ceremony by EABC President, Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel and Chairperson of Transport and Logistics working group, Mr. John Quarmby.

TILOG-LOGISTIX 2016 was recognized as the most comprehensive exhibition on logistics service providers and intralogistics technologies&solutions for ASEAN+6. It was indeed an extraordinary gathering to start off the forward movement of Thailand and the region’s logistics towards the Industry 4.0 era.
(Photo Credit: Tilog-Logistix Facebook )

ICT WG Meeting on 21 September 2016
2016-09-21

Prime Minister's Export Award 2016
2016-09-15 | Queen Sirikit Convention Center Bangkok
Prime Minister’s Export Award 2016
On 15 September 2016, EABC was invited to participate in the Prime Minister’s Export Award 2016, a ceremony was held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center on 15 September to deliver The Prime Minister’s Export Award 2016. The Award was presented in 7 different categories. One of the European Companies exhibiting at the EABC European Pavilion, ThaiGerTec represented by the Managing Director Mr. Markus Waidelich received this prestigious Award, delivered by the Thai Minister of Commerce, H.E. Ms. Apiradi Tantraporn. EABC representatives led by our President Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel and VP Mr. Jan Eriksson and EABC Executives also participated in the ceremony.

Thailand Innovation and Design Expo 2016
2016-09-15
Thailand Innovation and Design Expo 2016

On 15 September the Thai Minister of Commerce, H.E. Ms. Apiradi Tantraporn opened the Thailand Innovation and Design Expo (T.I.D.E), at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. T.I.D.E. 2016, organized by the Department of International Trade Promotion, is in its fourth year and has become the leading exhibition in the area of innovation, creativity and design. These industries are playing a greater role in maintaining Thailand’s competitiveness in the global market. In order to pursue further development, Thailand has started transforming towards a knowledge based economy with innovation, creativity and design as its key drivers. EABC are organizing a European Pavilion during the T.I.D.E 15-18 September and are hosting 4 European companies; ThaiGerTec, Husqvarna, Hightech Garden and Oscar Biz. EABC President Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel and VP Mr. Jan Eriksson and EABC Executives participated in the opening ceremony and had the honor and pleasure to welcome H.E . The Thai Minister of Commerce, H.E. Ms. Apiradi Tantraporn to our European Pavilion.

Food & Hotel Thailand Thailand 2016
2016-09-07 | BITEC Bangna
Food & Hotel Thailand Thailand 2016

On 7 September 2016, the opening ceremony of Food and Hotel 2016 was held at The Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC). The event which was presided over by General Tanasak Patimapragorn, Deputy Prime Minister, was attended by the Minister of Tourism and Sports, Mrs. Kobkarn Suriyasat Wattanavrangkul. EABC was represented at the opening ceremony by EABC President, Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel.

In the left picture General Tanasak Patimapragorn, Deputy Prime Minister
In the right picture Mr. Axel Wildner, Counsellor for Food and Agriculture, German Embassy together with EABC President, Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel.

IPR WG Meeting on 6 September 2016
2016-09-06

IPR WG Meeting on 2 September 2016
2016-09-02

EABC together with TSCC Networking
2016-09-01
On Wednesday 1 September 2016, EABC with TSCC (host), Electrolux, SAAB, Husqvarna, Tetre Pak, VOLVO and SECURITAS organised a Monthly Networking under the theme “Positive Thinking Brings Life’s Success” at the Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok.
During the event, H.E. Mr. Staffan Herrstrom Ambassador of Sweden gave an introduction speech and then Mr. Sutti Manokitaruman, General Manager of Electrolux Thailand gave a speech on “Positive Thinking Brings Life’s Success”.

More EABC Events are in the planning, please see below for Upcoming Events. For more information on this please contact communication@eabc-thailand.eu or 02 670 0624 Ext.102

Joint Chamber Ice Breaker Networking - SME Special
2016-08-24 | the Saim Kempinski Hotel
On Wednesday 24 August 2016, EABC with GTCC (host), FTCC,TICC and BCCT organised a Ice Breaker networking at the Saim Kempinski Hotel.
During the event, Mrs. Kaewkoaw Phaoenchocke, Chairman of Thai Small and Medium Enterprises Council and President of Thai Association of Small and Medium Entrepreneurs (TASME), gave a speech on SMEs.

More EABC Events are in the planning, please click here for Upcoming Events. For more information on this please contact communication@eabc-thailand or 02 670 0624 Ext.102

2016-08-18
EABC President participated at 96th anniversary of Ministry of Commerce

On 18 August 2016, EABC President Mr.Rolf- Dieter Daniel participated at 96th anniversary of Ministry of Commerce and congratulated to Mrs.Apiradi Tantraporn, Minister of Commerce.

EABC President at Department of Foreign Trade
2016-08-18
On 18 August 2016, at the Department of Foreign Trade, the EABC President, Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel, participated in a trade discussion on the new Trade Control Act. Other participants in the picture also included representatives from JFCCT and Mr. Abhimontejchbud Dhadchyarnbhon, Director Agreement Merchandise Administration and Trade Measures Division.

IP Fair 11-14 August 2016
2016-08-11 - 2016-08-14
EABC President Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel joined the opening ceremony at the Intellectual Property(IP) Fair 2016 , on 11 August 2016, at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). Mr. Winichai Chaemchaeng Vice Minister for Commerce was the guest of honor.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) FAIR 2016
On 11th – 14th August 2016, EABC participated with the European pavilion at Thailand Intellectual Property Fair 2016 along with our member company: INTEGRITY ASIA. This event provided a value and promoted business opportunities for European business, showing innovations at the exhibition under the theme “Innovation for Life and Living” at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)

EABC President interviewed on Money Channel Thailand
2016-08-03
EABC President interviewed on Money Channel Thailand

On 3 August 2016, The Money channel interviewed European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) president Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel. The highlight of the interview concerns the consequences of ‘Brexit’ to the European Union and the impact on business and trade between EU, Britain and Thailand.
please view the video clip PART1 PART2

The development of Global Business Management amidst Globalization
2016-07-28 | Burapa University.
The development of Global Business Management amidst Globalization
On 28 July 2016 EABC executive director Mr.Peter Bjork participated as panelist at “The development of Global Business Management amidst Globalization” at Burapa University.

TRADE COMPETITION DISCUSSION JULY 25
2016-07-25 04:30 - 18:00 | EABC Office, 25th Floor, Empire Tower 3, Sathorn
EABC is organizing a seminar on the newly drafted Trade Competition Act.
Trade Competition Discussion
By: EABC (European Association for Business and Commerce)
Date: Monday 25 July 2016
Time: 16.30 – 18.00 hrs (Registration starts 16.00 hrs)
Venue: EABC Office, 25th Floor, Empire Tower 3, Sathorn
Cost: THB 250 for EABC Members and Consortium Partners (THB 400 for Non-Members)
Background: Thailand’s main legislation regulating anticompetitive practices is the Trade Competition Act B.E. 2542 (1999). Since our first launch of EABC Position Paper in 2012, transparency and predictability in policymaking and application of rules and regulations is regarded as essential for a stable business environment. Competition on fair terms fosters efficiency and innovation. It supports open markets allowing businesses to provide better value for Thai consumers. It supports the evolution away from rent-seeking, concession-type approaches. Despite its existence for more than a decade, the impact of this act is yet to be proven but recently it has been overhauled to improve Thailand’s competitiveness.
This event will give you an overview of the newly drafted Trade Competition Act and show you the best examples from Thailand and abroad. If you have doubts whether your current business is competing unfairly or thinking of stepping into a business that is run similarly by the government this seminar will give you important information. “Trade Competition Discussion” in this unique setting with our excellent guest speaker will answer all your questions so you can take advantage of the business opportunities in Thailand.
Participants: EABC Board and Members such as European businesses in Thailand, relevant stakeholders such as EU Member States Embassies, Chambers and Consortium Partner’s members, national and regional press and media.
Dress Code: Business Casual.
Tentative Agenda
16.00 – 16.30 hrs Registration
16.30 – 17.30 hrs Talk on “Trade Competition Discussion”

Dr. Robert Ian McEwin, Head of Competition Consulting, Australian National University
Ms. Wipanan Prasompluem, Senior Associate on Litigation of Allen & Overy (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

17.30 – 17.50 hrs Q&A
17.50 – 18.00 hrs Closing Remarks by Mr. Peter Bjork, EABC Executive Director
EABC members and Consortium members THB250 net
Non-members THB400 net
Registration deadline: Thursday 21 July 2016
Payment cash only at the entrance
For more information and registration, please contact: policy@eabc-thailand.eu or (66) 2 670 0624 ext 104, www.eabc-thailand.eu
****BOOK NOW, seats are limited and will be provided on a first come first served basis.
(Registration is binding. No-shows will be charged)

IPR WG Meeting on 12 July 2016
2016-07-12

Rail and Road Infrastructure WG Meeting on 11 July 2016
2016-07-11

EABC at Erasmus+ scholarship awardees 2016
2016-07-07
EABC at Erasmus+ scholarship awardees ceremony 2016

EABC was invited by the Delegation of European Union to Thailand to participate at the ERASMUS+ Scholarship 2016 Awardees Ceremony on 11th July 2016 at The Westin Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok.
The EU Delegation hosted a reception to congratulate the awardees and to offer a networking opportunity among the awardees, alumni, representatives of EU Embassies, as well as EABC.
The event began with welcoming remarks from Ambassador Jesús Miguel Sanz, Head of the EU Delegation to Thailand followed by a welcome speech by Erasmus alumni representative and the inspirational speech by Mr. Georg Wolff, a representative of the EABC board members.

JFCCT Forum on 28 June 2016
2016-06-28 11:30 - 13:30 | Eastin Hotel (BTS Surasak)
Date: Tuesday 28th June 2016
Time: 13.30 – 17.30 hrs.
Venue: Eastin Hotel (BTS Surasak)
Format: Half day in the afternoon.
TEDx style+(softer) Hard Talk, three moderated topic sessions
More information of the event, please click here.
Price: (including7%VAT):
THB 500 net for EABC & JFCCT members, and supporter members.
THB 1,000 net for Non-members.
THB 250 net for Graduate/Post-Graduate Students & Press
FOC for government employees

Payment at door of venue in cash, or by cheque.
Please note that registration confirms commitment to pay. If you register and cannot attend, please contact info@jfcct.org at least 48 hours prior or on 02 713 1175.
For more information www.jfcct.org

Cross Sectoral Issues WG Meeting 22 June 2016
2016-06-22

Postponed - Joint Chambers Breakfast Talk
2016-06-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Landmark Hotel, Bangkok
POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Joint Chambers Breakfast Talk
“Government Programs for SME and Start Up Promotion”
Time: 07.30 – 09.30 hours.
Venue: Landmark Hotel, Bangkok (map)
Price: THB750 for EABC members and THB950 for non-members.
Price includes breakfast buffet
Registration: contact Khun Milk at info@beluthai.org
Tentative Program:

7.30 – 8.00 hrs:
Registration

8.00 – 8.30 hrs:
Talk by Dr. Kirida Bhaopichitr, Research Director for International Research & Advisory Service at Thailand Development Research Institute (Speaker’s profile)
Topic: Thailand Economic Outlook for 2nd Half of 2016

8.30 – 9.00 hrs:
Talk by Khun Kiatchai Sophastienphong, Vice Minister for Finance (Speaker’s profile)
Topic: Government Programs for SME and Start-Up Promotion

9.00 – 9.30 hrs:
Q&A followed by Meet&Greet

Please register by 15 June 2016. Registration is binding, no-shows without 48 hrs. notice will be charged.
