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Message Message from Minister of Commerce of Thailand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Message from EU Ambassador to Thailand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Message from President of EABC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
About the European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) EABC Board Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 EABC Consortium Partners and Associates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 About the European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC). . . . . 19 EABC Membership Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Advocacy Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 EABC Business Helpdesk for European SMEs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 2015 European Business Position Paper: Executive Summary . . . . . . . . . . . 23 2015 A Year in Perspective. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Thank you to EABC 2015 Sponsors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Members Members Directory 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Useful contacts EU Embassies in Thailand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ASEAN embassies in Thailand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Thai Ministries & Government Organizations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Representative Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Acronyms and Abbreviations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) 1 Empire Tower, 25th floor South Sathorn Road, Yannawa Sathorn, Bangkok 10120 Thailand Email: members@eabc-thailand.eu www.eabc-thailand.eu Telephone: +66 2670 0624 Fax: +66 2670 0608 European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC)
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Minister of Commerce of Thailand I would like to convey my congratulations to the European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) and its members on the occasion of the publication of the Membership Directory 2016.
H.E. Apiradi Tantraporn, Minister of Commerce
Throughout the years, Thailand and the European Union have enjoyed a close and mutually beneficial trade relationship. As growing interdependence, bilateral trade between EU and Thailand is considerable, currently reaching up to about 42 billion USD in 2014, ranking the EU as Thailand’s fourth largest trading partner. The trade between our two sides continues to grow, averaging at a 7.37 percent growth during the past 10 years. Undeniably, European investors in particular EABC members play an important part in our growth by generating economic development and welfare to the Thai people. The EABC has contributed to the improvement of the Thai business climate and competitiveness with its extensive business network and world class products and services. I can confidently assure the EABC that the Thai government will continue to build on this good relationship with an aim to create an attractive business environment and facilitating trade and investment at both domestic and international levels. The Ministry of Commerce will proactively support the government’s policies to boost the economy through increasing economic capabilities, promoting utilization of Thailand by our trading partners as the gateway to ASEAN, strengthening entrepreneurs with strong economic fundamentals and improving transparency through implementation of good governance. I very much appreciate the role EABC has played in strengthening the EU-Thailand economic cooperation and I am convinced that they will continue to play this key role for many years to come. May I therefore take this opportunity to extend my congratulations to the EABC in their publication of the Membership Directory 2016, which I am sure will serve as a valuable source of information for all EABC investors in Thailand. Finally, I would like to wish the EABC and all its members and employees a very prosperous and successful year, and I thank all of you for your part in advancing this important partnership.
Apiradi Tantraporn, Minister of Commerce of Thailand
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EU Ambassador to Thailand The EABC together with the EU Delegation and EU Member States is working towards enhanced business relations and an improved trade and investment climate for EU companies in Thailand. In times like these it is paramount that we continue to unify our voices, and the EABC provides a common platform for advocating EU business interests in Thailand.
Ambassador JesĂşs Miguel Sanz Escorihuela Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand
Following a drawn-out and painful global recession, the challenge for the EU but also for Thailand is now to boost jobs, growth and investment. International trade is a key part of that equation. The EU, which still has the biggest share in world trade in goods and services, is well placed to make trade and investment flows benefit companies, consumers and workers alike. As 90% of global economic growth in the next 10 to 15 years is expected to be generated outside of Europe, Asia and ASEAN are increasingly important partners in that respect. With Thailand, relations go back centuries. Our business relations cover a wide variety of sectors and EU investors are engaged in research and development, support to innovation and transfer of knowhow. Furthermore, the economic ties between Thailand and the EU foster people-to-people exchanges beyond tourism. These ties are solid and have been maintained also through challenging times. All in all, the EU remains the second largest source of foreign direct investment in Thailand and one of the most important trade partners of the country. Upon these foundations we hope to continue to build a strong and enhanced economic interaction between the EU and Thailand, to our mutual benefit.
Over the past year, joint efforts with the EABC have been undertaken to help resolve market access issues and trade irritants, with the aim to smoothen and increase the flows of trade and investment. The Delegation remains committed to this work. Regarding cooperation with ASEAN, the EU expressed its commitment to supporting ASEAN regional integration and further deepening relations, stressing the importance of EU-ASEAN cooperation on connectivity, on sustainable and inclusive economic integration and on trade and border management. On the wider perspective, the World Trade Organization had a successful 10th Ministerial Conference in Nairobi, which also saw an agreement on the expansion of the Information Technology Agreement, to which Thailand made a valuable contribution. Outside the trade realm, but with importance for business, I also have to mention the historic climate agreement in Paris, where 195 countries adopted the first-ever universal, legally binding global climate deal, setting out a global action plan to reduce climate change by limiting global warming and where Thailand put forward a strong commitment to lower greenhouse gas emission by 20-25% by 2030. As announced in its new trade strategy that was presented in October 2015, the EU does not only aim at increasing trade flows, but also to ensure that economic growth goes hand in hand with social justice, respect for human rights, high labour and environmental standards, and health and safety protection. Responsible management of supply chains is essential to align trade policy with European values. The EU will further develop these policies in the coming years and counts on the EABC and its Members as a solid partner in this context. I would like to also take this opportunity to welcome all new EABC Members and congratulate them. The EU Delegation looks forward to continuing working with EABC and its members and wishes all parties a fruitful year of successful cooperation.
Ambassador JesĂşs Miguel Sanz Escorihuela Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand
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President of EABC TO OUR VALUED MEMBERS OF EABC It is my great honor to present you the European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) Membership Directory 2016.
Rolf-Dieter Daniel EABC President
With strong support from the European Union as well as our partners, the European Chambers of Commerce in Thailand, EABC interacts as the unified voice of European businesses with our main goal to improve Thai-European economic relations, investment and trade towards a more competitive Thailand. EABC together with our partners from the European bi-lateral Chambers of Commerce are comprising more than 2,000 European companies in Thailand. Since we started in 2011, European companies have joined EABC for various reasons. Some joined us for the benefits of EABC as a networking platform through our 10 working groups to influence positive policy changes. EABC annually produces the European Business Position Paper as a tool for the European business community in Thailand to communicate their views on their business concerns to the Royal Thai Government. Others find EABC a shortcut to speak directly to policymakers. Whether you have already established a business in Thailand or you’re just getting started, you can enjoy many benefits through our membership. Thailand is becoming an investment hub therefore we recently added new services to response to increasing inquiries for SME assistance. EABC provides affordable support for European investors to allocate new start-up sites in Thailand or to find business partners; EABC is seen as a trusted partner for European companies operating in Thailand. This year marks the fifth anniversary of EABC to provide excellent services to European companies in Thailand. With our newly created “EABC Partnership” program - your business will enjoy even more extensive services and customised solutions. EABC looks forward of being a trusted partner to you and your business, and your patronage and participation in our activities are greatly welcomed. For those of you that are not yet member of EABC I strongly encourage companies with European business interest to join our organization, visit our networking events or participating in one of our 10 working groups. By working with EABC and supporting our activities, your business will realize specific benefits including visibility and taking influence in regulatory decisions of policymakers. For more information, please visit our website at www.eabc-thailand.eu or contact us by email at members@eabc-thailand.eu
Rolf-Dieter Daniel President European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC)
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EABC Board Members
Rolf-Dieter Daniel
Jan Eriksson
Lyn Kok
President Staedtler (Thailand) Ltd.
Vice President Spica Co., Ltd.
Vice President Standard Chartered Bank (Thai) PCL.
Anne-Marie Machet
John G. Sim
* Any vacancy occurring on the Board of Directors shall be filled and confirmed by the Annual General Meeting.
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Vice President Franco-Pacific (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Treasurer PKF Tax and Consulting Services (Thailand)
Arnaldo Abruzzini
Choochai Eiamrungroj
Board Member EUROCHAMBRES
Board Member The Shell Company of Thailand Ltd.
Georg M. Wolff
Gunnar Bartelsen
Jayne Harvey
Board Member Civil Engineering Solutions (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Board Member Telenor Asia (ROH)
Board Member Diageo MoĂŤt Hennessy (Thailand) Ltd.
Jerome Kelly
Michael Grewe
Phongsakdi Chakshuvej
Board Member Lawton Asia Insurance Brokers Ltd.
Board Member Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Ltd.
Board Member B. Grimm & Co., Ltd.
Rob Hurenkamp
Thavirap Tantiwongse
Thomas Tieber
Board Member Mazars (Thailand) Ltd.
Board Member GlaxoSmithKline (Thailand) Ltd.
Board Member DHL Global Forwarding (Thailand) Ltd.
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The German-Thai Chamber of Commerce (GTCC) The GTCC located in Bangkok, promotes bilateral economic relations between Germany and Thailand since fifty years. The Chamber’s membership now stands at more than 550, hence it is one of the biggest foreign chambers of commerce in Thailand. The thirty employees have comprehensive country-specific knowledge about markets and industry, as well as many years of experience and expertise in representing business interests in Germany and Thailand. Website: www.gtcc.org Tel: +66 2 670 0600
Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce (DanCham) DanCham is a non-political, non-profit orientated legal entity for business people in Thailand who are involved in business between Thailand and Denmark. The purpose of the DanishThai Chamber of Commerce is not only to provide Danish-Thai companies with a stronger collective voice towards the Thai authorities but also to further promote and expand trade between Thailand and Denmark as well as establish a forum for networking among the Thai and Danish businessmen. Website: www.dancham.or.th Tel: +66 2 354 5220
ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA With its more than 110 offices in over 70 countries, provides a broad range of intelligence and business development services for both Austrian companies and their international business partners. It can assist you in locating Austrian suppliers and business partners. Other services provided range from introductions to Austrian companies looking for importers, distributors or agents to providing in-depth information on Austria as a business location and assistance in entering the Austrian market. Website: www.advantageaustria.org Tel: +66 2 105 4152
DIGITALEUROPE DIGITALEUROPE represents more than 10,000 companies all over Europe of the European digital technology industry, which includes large and small companies in the Information and Communications Technology and Consumer Electronics Industry sectors. DIGITALEUROPE’s activities, including consideration of membership, cover Europe in a geographic sense, including EU accession countries, EU accession candidate countries and non EU countries. Website: www.digitaleurope.org Tel: +32 2 609 5310
Belgian-Luxembourg/Thai Chamber of Commerce (Beluthai) Beluthai promotes the development of commercial relations and business activities between Belgium/Luxembourg and Thailand. The chamber represents Belgian, Luxembourg and Thai business interests in relation to the government of Thailand, Belgium and Luxembourg, as well as to business representative organisations in Thailand. Website: www.beluthai.org Tel: +66 2 664 2944
British Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (BCCT) Founded in 1946, the BCCT is the oldest foreign chamber and the largest non-Asian foreign chamber in Thailand. In addition, it is the largest and oldest British Chamber in Asia. The BCCT has a membership of approximately 600 including 550 companies with nearly 2,700 named representatives covering a broad cross-section of business interests in Thailand. Website: www.bccthai.com Tel: +66 2 651 5350-3 16
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EURATEX EURATEX is the European Confederation representing the interests at the level of the EU institutions of the European textile and clothing industries as a whole. A Secretariat deals with the numerous policy issues that are of direct interest to our industry. Website: www.euratex.eu Tel: +32 2 285 4883
EUROCHAMBRES EUROCHAMBRES represents over 20 million businesses in Europe through 45 members (43 national associations of Chambers of Commerce and Industry and two transnational Chamber organisations) and a network of 1700 regional and local Chambers. More than 93% of these businesses are Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Chamber members employ over 120 million employees. EUROCHAMBRES is the sole European body that serves the general interests of European business - due to the multisectoral membership of Chambers - and the only one so close to business, as a result of the Chambers’ regional focus. Website: www.eurochambres.eu Tel: +32 2 282 0850
Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC) FTCC was founded in Bangkok in 1966 by French Companies. Today, it represents over 300 Members with business interests in France and in Thailand from various sectors, forming a dynamic and powerful business network. Website: www.francothaicc.com Tel: +66 2 650 9613
Irish Thai Chamber of Commerce The ITCC was founded in 2003 with the objectives to promote and develop trade links between Ireland and Thailand. The ITCC is the recognised forum for people with an interest in the development of business ties between Ireland and Thailand. The ITCC is a non-profit organization funded entirely by membership fees together with revenue generated from its own activities. Website: www.irishthaicc.com Tel: +66 2 652 0848
The Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce (NTCC) The NTCC (Bangkok) was established in 1991 by a group of Dutch businessmen. The main objective of the NTCC was, and still is today, to provide information and services concerning trade, commerce, industry, finance and investment in Thailand as well as in the Netherlands, as well as to expand and facilitate trade between the two countries. The NTCC also promotes learning from each other, creating partnerships and building bridges between Dutch and Thai companies. Website: www.ntccthailand.org Tel: +66 2 254 6434
SwissThai Chamber of Commerce The SwissThai Chamber of Commerce has started to operate at the beginning of 1999. It follows in the footsteps of the Swiss-Thai Business Association. The members of the chamber represent over 140 companies active in manufacturing, trading, insurance, banking and services, such as hotel business, tourism, management and legal consulting, etc. Website: www.swissthai.com Tel: +66 2 714 4177-8
Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) The TFCC is dedicated to promoting cooperation between Finland and Thailand by providing a link between the member organizations. The TFCC’s objectives include promoting and developing trade links between Finland and Thailand, being a forum concerning Thai-Finnish cooperation and economic issues, and assisting and developing businesses in both Finland and Thailand e.g. through business seminars & events. Website: www.thaifin.org Tel: +66 91 757 0351
Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC) The TICC was established in 1978 with objectives, all of which are aimed not only at the promotion of “Made in Italy” in South East Asia, but also more importantly at the development of mutual cooperation and respect in the business environment, allowing positive economic flows between Italy and Thailand. TICC offers assistance for companies in doing business in Thailand and ASEAN. Website: www.thaitch.org Tel: +66 2 255 8595
Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC) The TNCC was established in 1996 with the aim to increase trade and investment between Thailand and Norway. It provides members with a forum to improve business conditions and opportunities as well as creating venues and channels for exchange and sharing of information. The Chamber organises various types of business related events and offers its members helpful assistance from its office in Bangkok. Website: www.norcham.com Tel: +66 2 650 8444
Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (TSCC) The TSCC was formed in 1989 and after more than 26 years of existence has established itself firmly in the international business community in Thailand. With some 100 Members it has a good foundation for its activities. The TSCC conducts an essential role in the Thai Swedish business and through its membership of the joint foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand it identifies businessmen’s problems and opportunities, seeking support in Thai Government policies to address these issues. Website: www.swecham.com Tel: +66 2 354 5229 European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC)
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Philip Morris (Thailand) Limited "PMTL" is an affiliate of Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) - the leading international tobacco company, with seven of the world's top 15 international brands, including the number one cigarette brand worldwide. PMI's products are sold in more than 180 countries.Our headquarters is based in New York while our operation center is in Lausanne, Switzerland. At Philip Morris (Thailand) Limited, we are proud of the strong partnerships we have built over the last 24 years with our employees, business partners, general trade retailers and local communities across Thailand. Our presence includes the Thailand Branch headquarters in Bangkok, offices in key cities in the North, Northeast and South working with approximately 360 talented Thai employees.
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About the European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC)
The European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) was established in 2011 as a platform representing interests of the European business community in Thailand. The overall objective of the EABC is to contribute to improvement of business and investment climate in strengthening Thailand toward a competitive and attractive investment destination as well as a potential gateway to ASEAN. The EABC aims to facilitate investment and further diversify market opportunities and access for European companies in Thailand, in parallel to promote Thailand as a high potential trade and investment markets for European business. Our main activities include carrying out policy and advocacy dialogues, providing support to European businesses with trade related information, and organising key events to foster opportunities for European businesses in Thailand. The EABC is a part of a strategy of the European Union (EU) to support the internationalisation of European SMEs and other European enterprises by enhancing market access, in particular, in emerging and fast growing markets such as Thailand and the ASEAN. The EABC consortium contains business organisations and chambers of commerce, both in Thailand and Europe. A combined membership base of EABC and Consortium partners represents more than 2,000 companies in Thailand. The EABC interacts as the unified voice of European businesses in Thailand. Ten Advocacy Working Groups have been established to facilitate constructive policy and regulatory
dialogues among European businesses toward improvement on market access and robust business cooperation between Europe and Thailand. These transversal as well as sectoral Working Groups - chaired by representatives of prominent European enterprises from respective sectors are: • • • • • • • • • •
Automotive Food & Beverages Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Cross Sectoral Issues - Customs - Legal and Employment Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Insurance Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Transport & Logistics Energy & Energy Efficiency Rail & Road Infrastructure
With strong support from the European Union as well as our partners and extensive networks in Thailand and Europe, the EABC serves as a communication platform for business to interact with authorities and counterparts in Thailand. The EABC is committed to working closely with European businesses, the Royal Thai Government, the EU Institutions, and the Chambers of Commerce as well as counterparts in Thailand, in ASEAN, and in Europe.
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EABC Membership Benefits EABC is the authoritative European business voice of all bilateral European Chambers with an official European Union (EU) mandate carrying out members’ interests. As a member of EABC, you will not only gain a wide business network among Thai and European companies, but also access to high level contacts in both Thai and European governments. EABC Advocacy Groups represent the interests of its member companies and aim to influence government policy for the European business community as a whole. EABC Advocacy groups produce trade advocacy information and recommendation to support its members and to seek
positive change from the Thai government as well as the yearly European Business Position Paper. EABC facilitates market access and promotes business opportunities by organizing European Flagship events and conferences in addition to business networking events and workshops to serve its members. EABC members also have priority in participating in our exclusive events, such as luncheons or conferences with high-level Thai/European authorities. EABC also provide the promotional channel for members through EABC website, leaflets, newsletter and EABC-branded souvenir.
Why Should you join EABC? • An authoritative European business voice with official EU mandate • Access to high-level dialogue and contacts in Thai and European government to influence key policy development and FTA • Dynamic networking opportunities • Centralized connection to EU member states and bilateral chambers of commerce • Access to Intelligence Center for trade and investment information, legal analysis, and advisory services with
specialized Help Desk on IPR and technical standards • Attend European flagship events as visitors or exhibitors - Trade Shows, Fairs, EU conference in coordination with the European Commission and EU member states • Take part in major European-theme seminars and workshops • Receive vital notifications, reports, and new alerts • Participate in useful activities for your business in ten EABC Advocacy Working Groups.
Redesign of EABC membership benefits
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Advocacy Groups
EABC provides a point of exchange and coordination of efforts to improve business conditions and opportunities for European businesses with active working groups that cover a broad range of policy areas and sectoral aspects of European commercial and industrial activity in Thailand. These sectoral working groups are considered the backbone as well as the main tool of EABC advocacy activities serving as a forum for discussing common issues as well as for taking initiative and action.
• Information & Communication Technology (ICT) • Insurance • Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) • Transport & Logistics • Energy & Energy Efficiency • Rail & Road Infrastructure All advocacy working groups are established in accordance with dynamic needs of interested European and Europeaninterest companies and operate in a manner consistent with the objectives of the EABC and its Constitution. Any European or European business interest-driven legal entities are invited to become a member of the EABC. Along with the EABC membership, active participation in the advocacy working groups is encouraged. The working groups are open for the EABC members on equal terms under the working group protocols. The EABC facilitates its members throughout the development of ideas and thoughts that establish the European business position on relevant matters in each industry by:
Currently, eleven horizontal, transversal as well as sector specific working groups and two sub-working groups have been established under EABC. These active working groups are: • Automotive • Food & Beverages • Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals • Cross Sectoral Issues - Customs - Legal and Employment
• facilitating trade and investment in Thailand through business-supporting activities toward removal or reduction of regulatory and political obstacles; • collecting, developing and disseminating relevant information to stakeholders and the advocacy working groups; • organising conferences and seminars as well as other policy-related meetings to promote the EABC’s visibility; • collaborating with the Thai Government and its agencies to facilitate the conduct of European business in Thailand; • providing industry inputs for the formulation of EC positions and suggesting priorities for trade policy negotiations with Thailand and ASEAN members. Working closely with the EC-led Market Access Teams in Thailand as well as supporting the activities of the EUD and the governments of the EU member states and their respective institutions pursuing objectives to the benefit of EABC.
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EABC Business Helpdesk for European SMEs Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may be viewed as important players in the well-being of local and regional communities, with considerable potential for employment creation. As such, they can play an important role in global trade strategy, contributing to the economic health of the economy. With over 20 million European SMEs recently recorded, this numerous and disparate subpopulation of enterprises become one of the focuses of EABC activities. With the entry of EU SMEs, the Thai economy will be able to benefit from important technologies and knowledge, which is critical for its development. Quid Pro Quo, the European SMEs would benefit from the liberalisation of the Thai economy and the support of the EABC knowledgebase repository and advisory services by being able to expand their businesses, not just in Thailand but also in the rest of ASEAN. With this in mind, EABC has redefined its strategy to act as a support structure and advisory avenue providing neutral information in regards to market access for EU SMEs trying to enter Thailand. In addition, it also endeavours to promote ease of access on technical and regulatory information for potential firms into Thai market. To enhance a deeper understanding of and boost business interests among European companies/investors in Thailand - and further in ASEAN markets, dedicated platform and services for European SMEs are considered as a very essential tool to communicate and provide relevant information in response to specific needs of targeted European SMEs. EABC Business Helpdesk for European SMEs aims at providing first-level advisory services on market access and doing business in Thailand to European companies with free basic information, confidential advisory services for inquiries as well as expert liaison services. The Helpdesk provisions, and its integrated knowledgebase repository are developed with the focus to fill in the gap and offer complimentary/ specialised services to the existing business services offered by European Bi-lateral Chambers of Commerce in Thailand.
The Helpdesk offers a single point of contact for enquired members and European SMEs for queries regarding doing business in or relating to Thailand. Portfolio of EABC Helpdesk services are listed as follow: • Free Knowledgebase Repository on Trade and Investment in Thailand and the Business Diagnostic Kit. The repository is an online platform featuring the diagnostic kit and registration tool that can identify the needs and readiness of the companies considered to enter into Thai market, as well as provide EABC with a recording and analytical tools of all request for services from European SMEs. The repository contains relevant materials on doing business in Thailand in support of EU SMEs, with the focus to facilitate companies in Europe with key market access and first-instance information on trade and investment climate in Thailand. • Tailored-made Business Support Service, supported by European bi-lateral Chambers of Commerce in Thailand 1) Tailored-made Market Study Content of tailored-made market study includes, but not limited to, specific interest of business, distribution channels in the market, relevant institutions/key players in the market, and basic market entry requirements. 2) Business Partner Pre-Identification Business partner pre-identification include, but not limited to, searching and identifying potential partners in Thai market specific to the request of the business. • Regulatory and Legal Advisory Service Complementing business support services coordinated by EABC and its partners, a gap of advisory services on market access and regulations has been identified as lacking in Thai market. With this advisory tool, European SMEs should gain decisive insight in addition to the business support advice into the regulatory environment and market access requirements of Thailand which is vital for sustainable expansion of business.
Disclaimer: The EABC Helpdesk for European SMEs is a service providing a transparent and free first-instance information on matters related to trade, investment and doing business in Thailand. Additional and specific request for advice or more detailed information related to trade, investment or doing business in Thailand may be provided at a cost. The service provided at any stages either directly by EABC or its Partners is not to be considered legally binding, or in any way to replace any regulatory documents or trade/investment issues and recommendations raised in the EABC European Business position papers in Thailand. Views expressed are those of EABC and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Commission, nor other relevant authorities in relation to the matters. EABC holds no liability for the results of any actions made on the basis of its service.
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2015 European Business Position Paper: Executive Summary
The EABC, for another year, proudly presented our annual European Business Position Paper. Since its successful launch in 2012, the EABC Position Paper has served as a communication tool on trade and investment, supporting the competitiveness of the Thai economy. A full copy of 2015 European Business Position Paper can be obtained from the EABC office or by referring to the website: www. eabc-thailand.eu
largest source of foreign direct investment (FDI) to Thailand. The full implementation of ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015 will provide great opportunities for Thailand; however, it will also bring challenges for the country in relation to sustaining its competitiveness. Thailand needs to progressively increase its productivity along with economic efficiency to successfully overcome such challenges and become a leader in the region.
The EABC, as a voice of the European business community in Thailand, has adopted Policy Advocacy Working Groups in its structure. The main goal is to create a policy and regulatory platform where industries can participate and propose their business issues of interest as well as recommendations to the Thai authorities. The Working Groups consist of Cross Sectoral Issues, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Automotive, Food and Beverages, Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Insurance, Transport and Logistics, Energy and Energy Efficiency, and Rail and Road Infrastructure. Fundamentally, the EABC Advocacy Groups work to generate positive contributions for Thailand’s further competitiveness within the spirit of Thailand and the European Union (EU): partnership for growth.
Restrictions and regulatory barriers on market entry and movement of labour – which have been a major obstacle in investing in Thailand – are still evident. Having entered the socalled middle income trap, Thailand needs to overcome this challenge by advancing its services sector through an infusion of new skills and technologies to increase productivity as well as developing more liberalized regulations.
Continuing on from our previous Papers, European businesses still emphasize enhanced transparency, improved efficiency, an enabling economic and regulatory environment, and liberalization of the services sector as key priorities for tangible improvement in Thailand’s position. The 2015 Position Paper is also intended to be a source of information from the EU and European Member States to assist in their engagements with Thai policymakers and authorities. We are hopeful that Thai businesses, media, and academics will find this Position Paper useful in their trade-and-economic related future use. Robust economic relations between Thailand and the EU have been very extensive and shown through trade, investment, and other economic cooperation. Thailand ranks as the third largest trading partner of the EU while the EU is the second
Among Thailand and EU economic relations, the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between Thailand and EU are a crucial platform that will benefit both economies. Losing its Generalised System of Preference (GSP) privileges from the EU in January 2015 as a result of becoming an upper-middle income country, Thailand needs to come up with a new strategy to maintain its competitiveness in EU export markets. A conclusion to the FTA will be even more imperative. Gains from the completion of FTA negotiations are expected to improve Thailand’s social welfare and resource allocation as Europeans can bring in capital, high technology, expertise, innovation, and improvement in regulatory standards and procedures. The table in the next pages gives a summary of key trade and investment recommendations contributed by our EABC working groups. We are fully committed to providing constructive contributions in terms of policy and regulations that will foster a long-term economic partnership between Thailand and Europe. We appreciate all valuable exchanges with the Royal Thai Government and wish to continue our regular dialogue and mutually beneficial collaboration at both policy and business levels. European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC)
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Summary of key recommendations Issues
Recommendations
Overall Trade and Investment Policy • Stronger economic relations are highly recommended for the benefit of Thailand and the EU. A reengagement of FTA negotiations between EU and Thailand can enhance economic opportunities; thus, significant economic gains. • Liberalization of services sector is a key enabler of competitiveness, skill development, enhancement of productivity, and a boost of economic growth and resilience. • In view of globalization and regionalization, Thailand is highly encouraged to strengthen its competitiveness and at tractiveness through further liberalization, creation of a level of playing field, and development of hardware and soft ware infrastructure.
Cross Sectoral Issues (CSI) I.
Enhance transparency in policymaking and implementation of rules and regulations
• Customs reforms toward transparency and efficiency in customs procedures are recommended. - Reward scheme: a phased approach for elimination of reward scheme is recommended. Rewards should only be allowed where revenue collection exceeds current budgeted targets set by the Ministry of Finance. - Penalty scheme: the scheme should be based on proportionality, taking into account the intention and the severity of an offense. A clear distinction between civil and criminal offences must be made. • The concept of “reasonable care” by the trading community should be recognized, as a mitigating factor in penalty assessment, to encourage compliance with laws and regulations. • Free zone requirements are recommended to be more practical. Additionally, confidentiality of product cost structure and production process is encouraged.
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Ease of doing business to improve investment climate in Thailand
• Competitive tax regime and compliance methods should be simplified to improve economic efficiency as well as enhance transparency in tax collection. • Robust investment promotion policy that allows clarification, adjustability, time and methodology appropriateness for R&D activity is recommended. Clear guidelines regarding the establishment and operationalization of IHQ and ITF frameworks are strongly encouraged. • Role of court system in ensuring foreign business confidence in the country and attracting more FDI to Thailand is emphasized. • Sound implementation of competition law is suggested for the promotion of economic efficiency and prohibition of anti-competitive behaviour.
III. Creating an enabling economic and regulatory environment
• Relaxation of foreign ownership restriction and progressive liberalization of services sector • Implementation of the existing review mechanism on List 3 in the FBA to duly remove re strictions and encourage foreign investment in a board range of services sectors is supported. • A level of playing field for European businesses in the services sector is strongly encouraged. • Review, with an aspect of relaxing, the current rules for foreign ownership of land and condo miniums, and the leasing of land and buildings is continually recommended to attract FDI. • Ease of employment procedures and laws to facilitate free flow of skilled and unskilled labour • Facilitate issuance procedure for visa and work permit • Simplify regulations/ requirements regarding employment of foreigners • More detailed recommendations on employment regulations are provided in the CSI section. • Simplification of regulations on hazardous substances control with international practices • Simplification of operational procedures for reporting, classification, registration, and licensing of hazardous substances is recommended. This should be formalized into official regulations for predictability and sustainability.
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) I.
Amendments of IPrelated legislations
• Amendment of Trademark Act on accession to the Madrid Protocol and illegal refilling practices and amendments to Trademark Act on protection of scent and sound marks - Ensure full utilization of existing enforcement measures. The interpretation of provi sion for enforcement agencies and/or implementation plan should allow possibility to broaden the definition of illegal refilling practices. - Regular feedback on progress made to proposed legislative amendments would be appreciated by relevant stakeholders. • Landlord liability provision for IP infringement - Urgently reconsider and include the provision on landlord liabilities into Copyright Act, Trademark Act, and other possible IP-related legislation. - Coordinate with relevant government agencies and IPR right-holders to consider other currently available courses of action under existing laws including the deployment of administrative measures against uncooperative landlords. • Amendment of the Geographical Indicators Act B.E. 2546 is necessary to comply with all the requirements of Article 22 and 23 of the TRIPS Agreement (protection of GIs and and prohibition on the use of GIs in any means that indicates/ suggests/ translates the GIs).
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IP Policies
• Backlog on patent registration - Address patent backlog and improve patent approval process - Restore paten term to create fair practice to compensate the rights holders - Promote a regular dialogue and consultation between public and private sectors • Trademark Elimination via Plain Packaging Policy and excessive measures restricting normal use of trademarks shall not be adopted. An alternative social policy shall be considered to address consumption of alcohol and tobacco products.
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• Speed up examination and grant procedure of patents to encourage more investment and innovation • IPR regulations and law must be periodically reviewed as well as aligned with current international standards.
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Summary of key recommendations Automotive I.
EU-Thailand FTA Negotiations
• Resume FTA negotiations as soon as possible • Reduce tariff rate on automotive products at least to a similar level of that under the JTEPA • Eliminate NTBs in Automotive Sector by adopting international standards and recognizing ECE test report / certificate
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Technical Regulations
• Align with internationally-accepted UNECE standards and recognize international certification • Actively engage in developing and implementing ASEAN MRA for automotive products • Streamline TISI operations by outsourcing tasks to appointed test laboratories and technical services and reduce bureaucratic process
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Taxation
• Ensure alignment of Customs and Excise taxation policies related to Customs Free Zone • Ensure clear and consistent Customs Free Zone rules • Announce subordinate legislation for the CO2-emission-based excise in 2015 and accept CO2 emission testing certificates issued according to UNECE regulations, for excise purposes • Fairly consider any changes to excise tax base, so as not to discriminate against Free Zone automakers • Tighten control on grey market vehicle imports through close monitoring of declared customs value and technical testing requirement
IV. Labour Development
• Take an holistic approach in developing mid- and long-term strategies to raise availability of labour
Energy and Energy Efficiency I.
Energy Security
• Due to continuously increasing energy demand and insufficient supply in the country, it is recommended for the government (in collaboration with private sector) to identify new sources of energy or alternative energy.
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New Opportunities in the Energy Sector
• Support development of renewable energy sources for clean and sustainable energy supply • Encourage comprehensive bilateral consultation between the government and private sector to develop inclusive policies for Thailand’s energy market • Establish the role of Thailand as a regional energy hub under the AEC framework by em phasizing the importance of building interconnections in ASEAN toward achieving long-term security, availability, and reliability of energy supply in the region.
III. Enhancing Energy Efficiency
• Focus on best practices in energy efficiency and engage European expertise with local business, policy-makers and the public to achieve targets of lowering carbon emissions and business preparations to deal with rising energy requirements and energy costs; at the same time, increasing share of renewable energy in the economy. • Improve energy literacy with the support of the EU
IV. Energy Saving: Reducing Energy Use
• European lighting products and design services can help in terms of energy-saving and achieving targets set in the EEDP.
Food and Beverages I.
Excise Tax
• In setting the applied Liquor Tax rates in the new Excise Tax Code, there should be no increase in taxation burdens, particularly on premium products. • The tax base for any ad valorem component should be exclusive of excise or other taxes payable, to ensure simplicity and transparency of the system. • There should be a clear pathway over time towards a fully specific taxation regime. • There must be adequate and consistent enforcement to help address tax evasion or illicit trade practices.
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Labelling
• Alternative and more effective measures to inform and educate general public about harm-prevention and responsible drinking are recommended. • Implementation guidelines for alcohol labelling regulations should be provided as soon as possible. • Regular consultation with the Alcohol Policy Board in the areas of addressing drinking and driving; reducing underage drinking; providing examples of self-regulations; providing relevant information through education, awareness and health-related interventions; and the responsible service and sale of alcohol.
III. Excessive graphic health warnings
• Thailand should reject any proposal to introduce graphic health warnings and consider alternative and more effective measures to reduce the harmful use of alcohol. The interventions need to be evidence-based and target specific problems.
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals I.
Market Access
• Technology transfer and innovation - Ensure viable and accessible local market with available skilled workers. The public and private sectors must work together to advance R&D and ensure access, viability and sustainability of the investment. - Thailand needs to adopt innovation and develop products and services to serve demand of global customers and maintain its market share. • Draft Drug Act - Urgently consider removal of Section 48 (11) and Section 49 (5) from the draft Drug Act. - Revise Section 48 (10) adding the condition for generic drugs to notify the patent status of the medicine to be registered with authorities which could be specified in the Ministerial Regulation. This is in order to prevent patent infringement of the generic drug companies that will cause unnecessary business conduct costs to the generic companies themselves. • Government procurement and reimbursement - Establish transparent procedures for pharmaceuticals listing, pricing, and tendering process, taking into account the value of innovation to therapeutic outcomes and clinical needs rather than cost savings. - Create a level playing field, and any preferential treatment for state-owned pharmaceutical companies or national companies should be eliminated.
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Summary of key recommendations Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals II.
Intellectual Property Issues
• Improve the patent examination process with adequate resources to bring the approval within a reasonable timeframe. • The number of qualified patent examiners shall be increased and the DIP shall commit to training these examiners in the short, medium, and long term. • IT development for efficient patent registration and data filing is suggested. • Patent-term restoration should be encouraged.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) I.
Digital Economy
• A reformed and renamed MICT is welcomed. However the fundamentals of telecoms reform and a well-structured industry, underpinned with broadband should not be glossed over or considered unimportant. • A trusted internet (with cybersecurity and civil society governance) will produce better results for business, individuals and the economy than one where the perception of the internet is a vehicle to monitor and collect data. • Skills are in short supply and for the whole ICT sector (and the entire economy) there is a long overdue need for work permit and visa reform including a practical business visa
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Telecommuni cations
• A structure conducive to fairness and innovation is long overdue. Reform and evolution of state-owned enterprises is needed. Competition regulation is missing. Commercial spectrum should continue to be issued by auction only. The Foreign Dominance Notification contin ues to be an impediment to investment. A strong, effective and truly independent regulator is needed; measures to weaken it are not recommended.
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Digital Broadcasting
• Allocation of spectrum in late 2013 gave a great shot in the arm to the sector. The industry is seeing innovation and opportunities for participation. Clear rules on spectrum use including about digital dividend spectrum will be welcome.
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Information Technology (IT)
• The software development industry and other start-ups need access to funds. Government procurement can be enhanced greatly.
Insurance I.
Liberalization of insurance industry
• Liberalization of the insurance market should be based on four major areas; - Risk focused: the regulatory bodies should focus on the risk profile of each institute rather than strictly rely on standard rules binding all insurance companies. - Stakeholder reliant: a supervisory framework that allows regulatory bodies the ability to closely monitor the behaviour of insurance and other players in the market is suggested. - Disclosure based: this is to build educated consumers who can make well-informed decisions. - Business friendly: laws and regulations have to keep pace with the rapidly changing insurance industry landscape. It is desirable to promote a business climate conducive not only to business retention but also expansion.
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Enhancing the development and competurance industry
• Increase capital requirement • Improve regulations and product approval process to encourage innovation • Remove insurance restrictions and encourage foreign investment in the sector to promote skills and bring expertise • Arrange regulatory consultations • Remove the restriction on tariff system/de-tariffing insurance premium • Promote insurance knowledge to create well-informed and empowered consumers as well as qualified insurance agents
Rail and Road Infrastructure I.
Introduction of European Standard
• With Thailand’s expanding scale of infrastructure development program, European companies are keen to offer assistance, leveraging the expertise they have acquired building the sophisticated transportation systems in Europe. This includes the areas of regulatory standardization and the interoperability of transport systems • The EABC Rail and Road Infrastructure Working Group aims to support Thai government agencies in improving the efficiency of their public procurement activities by adopting international best practices and attracting international suppliers • The ultimate goal of the Working Group is to provide constructive contributions to the long-term economic partnership between Thailand and Europe
Transport and Logistics I.
Market Access
• Liberalization of logistics services: to follow the AEC framework and allow foreign ownership of 70 percent in all logistics sectors • Gradual liberalization of the postal sector for higher competitiveness
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Customs reforms for trade facilitation
• Establish detailed and technical guidelines for customs procedures • Undertake comprehensive customs reforms to support trade facilitation • Simplify procedures for goods in transit • Simplify Customs clearance procedures and requirements based on the “quick wins” proposal
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• Removal of the dual-language requirements will eliminate uncertainty and reduce additional costs and time for customs clearance. • Regarding the controlled and non-controlled items, it is recommended that the 2-digit HS code classification or statistic code be used for the approval process.
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A year in perspective EABC at IP Fair 2015, 27 February 2015 EABC held a European Pavilion in the IP Fair 2015 organised by the Department of Intellectual Property, Ministry of Commerce. This event was aiming to expand awareness of intellectual property (IP) and showcase local and foreign creative works. EABC President Mr. Rolf-Dieter Daniel had welcomed honorable guests, Ms. Apiradi Tantraporn, Minister of Commerce and Ms. Malee Choklumlerd, Director General of the Department of Intellectual Property who visited EABC Booth and joined the ribbon cutting ceremony, along with representatives from EU and ECAPIII, EABC partners from Mercedes-Benz, Shell and Staedtler.
Launch of “2015 European Business Position Paper”, 5 March 2015
EABC welcomed Miss Chularat Suteethorn, Vice Minister for Finance, Ministry of Finance who presided over the Launch of 2015 European Business Position Paper and a panel discussion on “Strengthening Thai – European Economic Relations towards a More Competitive Thai Economy”, with a welcome remarks from Ms. Luisa Ragher, Chargé d’affaires of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand. Representatives from EABC Working Groups, Mr. Michael Grewe, Ms. Lyn Kok and Mr. Viriya Chongphaisal, presented Manufacturing & Automotive recommendations, Cross Sectoral Issues recommendations and Innovation recommendations respectively, then followed by a panel discussion from Mr. Siriruj Chulakaratana, Deputy Director, 28
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Office of Industrial Economics and Dr. Wisarn Pupphavesa, Senior Advisor, Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI). EABC, for another year, proudly presented its annual European Business Position Paper. Since its successful launch in 2012, the EABC Business Position Paper served as a communication tool on trade and investment supporting the competitiveness of the Thai economy. The panel discussion was held successfully, all the attendants had a great opportunity to take note of the current vision and highlighted five recommendations to gear up the Thai economy towards more competitiveness and how to apply ‘Innovation as the mean to break loose from middle income trap’.
EABC Breakfast Briefing, 31 March 2015 EABC hosted the Breakfast Briefing on 31 March 2015 with the objective to be continuously informed of promoting EABC activities 2014 and the Business Position Paper 2015 and presented key areas from each of the 10 Working Groups to the EU Member State Embassies and Consortium partners.
EABC Annual General Meeting & European Networking Night, 8 April 2015
EABC hosted the 2015 Annual General Meeting and the European Networking night on Wednesday 8 April 2015 at InterContinental Bangkok Hotel. In addition to this special event with the honorable key note speaker Ms. Apiradi Tantraporn, Minister of Commerce on the topic “Peering Ahead: Thailand- EU Trade Partnership.” ,
the topic was very interesting and would benefit to the European investors in Thailand. The Meeting was followed by the European Networking night where EABC members and guests gathered to enjoy the delicious catering in a relaxing atmosphere.
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A year in perspective ICT Conference: DIGITAL ECONOMY: THE INDUSTRY SPEAKS, 28 April 2015 The half-day conference ‘Digital Economy – The Industry Speaks’ was held on 28 April 2015. This was the third jointly organised EABC-JFCCT ICT conference. The conference focused on two key areas of the Digital Economy schematic: 1) The efficient deployment of broadband networks and an appropriate structure for the telecoms sector, which was the foundation of the Digital Economy. 2) A properly governed and trusted internet to harvest the full innovative potential and secure usage of new services. These were thus the two areas in the schematic chosen for this conference.
EABC at Europe Day Reception, 9 May 2015 On the occasion of Europe Day on 9 May 2015, the Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand, H.E. Ambassador JesÚsMiguel Sanz, along with 20 Ambassadors of the European Union Member States represented in Thailand, hosted a reception to celebrate the day in style at the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok. EABC Board Members also attended the reception.
Pictured are (from left): Jan Eriksson (EABC Vice President), Rolf-Dieter Daniel (EABC President), Patrick Deboyser (Minister-Counsellor, the EU Delegation to Thailand), Michael Grewe (EABC Board Member), H.E. Ambassador Jesús-Miguel Sanz (Head of the EU Delegation to Thailand), Lyn Kok (EABC Vice President), Georg Wolff (EABC Board Member), Antonio Berenguer (Head of Trade and Economic Section, the EU Delegation to Thailand) and Choochai Eiamrungroj (EABC Board Member).
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EABC Exclusive Dinner Talk Series with Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Wissanu Krea-Ngam, 9 June 2015
EABC hosted an exclusive dinner talk series with H.E. Deputy Prime Minister, Dr. Wissanu Krea-Ngam. He addressed the European Business Community in Thailand, high-level diplomatic representatives from European Member States Embassies, EU Delegation and Thai authorities on the topic of “Ease of Doing Business and Transparency Upgrade: Thailand’s Facilitation Act.” Dr. Wissanu Krea-ngam, emphasised that “Besides the key benefits aiming for faster, easier, and cheaper; government procedure; this Act encourages a strong incentive for agencies to perform better. It challenges agencies to seek continuous improvements, such as by shortening service time, establishing one stop service centres, and increasing use of ICT to improve convenience”. The Licensing Facilitation Act was thus an important step taken by the current Government with an effort to upgrade ease of doing business in Thailand. The continuous improvement was also another key aspiration of the law.
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A year in perspective Automotive Summit 2015 : “ASEAN… The Emerging Automotive Hub of the World”, 24 June 2015
EABC was invited to the Automotive Summit 2015 organized by Thailand Automotive Institute at BITEC Bangna. The EABC‘s support was directed toward the enhancement of knowledge in testing technology and the automotive and auto parts testing standards in ASEAN under the ongoing development of ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).
EABC at ERASMUS+ Scholarship Awardees 2015, 16 July 2015 EABC participated at the ERASMUS+ Scholarship 2015 Awardees Ceremony, hosted by the Delegation of European Union to Thailand on 16 July 2015 at the Sofitel So hotel in Bangkok. The event began with the welcoming remarks from Ambassador Jesús Miguel Sanz, Head of the EU Delegation to Thailand followed by a very inspirational speech from Mrs. Anne-Marie Machet, a representative of the EABC Board Members. The ceremony was well received, with more than 150 people in attendance, comprising of the Erasmus+ scholarship recipients, Erasmus Mundus alumni, EU Member States representatives, as well as representatives from the European business community in Thailand, including many of the EABC’s board members. 32
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EABC JOINT CHAMBERS LUNCH TALK ASEAN’S Mid-Year Economic Review 2015: “ASEAN Economic Community (AEC): Illusion or Reality?”, 23 July 2015 EABC successfully organised ASEAN’s Mid-Year Economic Review 2015 at Renaissance Hotel Bangkok with our partnering chambers; • British Chamber of Commerce in Thailand • Belgian-Luxembourg Thai Chamber of Commerce • Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce • Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce • The German-Thai Chamber of Commerce • Irish Thai Chamber of Commerce • The Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce • Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce There were more than 70 guests from diplomatic missions and private sectors. The panel discussion was very valuable and fruitful with presentations and discussion by Dr. Ulrich Zachau - the Director of World Bank, Mr. Andrew Durieux CEO and Consultant /Coverage Ltd (Thailand) and Ms. Usara Wilaipich - Senior Economist, Standard Chartered Bank PCL.
EABC at Thailand Innovation and Design Expo 2015, 17-20 September 2015 The Thailand Innovation and Design Expo 2015 was a technological innovation exhibition held in Bangkok, at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center from 17 September to 20 September 2015. EABC were also honoured to welcome H.E. General Prayuth Chan-o-cha Prime Minister of Thailand, visiting our booth.
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A year in perspective Launch of EABC 2015 Business Confidence Survey, 25 September 2015
EABC hosted the launch event for its Business Confidence Survey 2015 at the Sofitel Sukhumvit Bangkok on 25 September 2015. The main objectives of this survey was to explore the European business confidence in the Thai economy as well as to investigate their view on current trade-and-investment-related issues, especially the issues of EU – Thailand Free Trade Agreement(FTA) and the Generalised System of Preferences(GSP)cancellation. The result showed that the European business community was still optimistic and confidence in Thailand while EU – Thailand FTA renegotiation was necessary and would be more effective with the complement of regulatory reforms that accommodated favorable trade and investment climate. For further fruitful discussion, the EABC invited Dr. Phacharaphot Nuntramas, the Head of Economic and Financial Market Research, Economic Intelligence Center, Siam Commercial Bank, as a keynote speaker to share his view on “Investment Direction Towards 2015 and Beyond for European Business Community in Thailand and ASEAN”. 34
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Launch Event of Thailand Import Export Guide and Networking Event, 26 November 2015
The EABC successfully organised the Launch Event of the Thailand Import Export Guide on 26 November 2015 at Pullman Bangkok Hotel G on Silom, followed by a networking evening. The evening was very interesting and informative with a keynote address from Mr. Chaiyut Kumkun, Director of Suvarnabhumi Airport Passenger Control Customs Bureau delivering a speech on Customs and Trade Facilitation. The EABC was very pleased to welcome the Vice Minister for Commerce, Mr. Winichai Chaemchaeng and representatives from Thai Government Agencies, Embassies, media, EABC members and bilateral chambers members. European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC)
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Roadshows and Outreach Events Roundup
EABC Roadshows in Denmark
EABC was invited by The Board of Investment of Thailand (BOI) to participate in its investment promotion seminars in Aarhus on 20 May 2015 and in Copenhagen on 21 May 2015, in Denmark. The seminars were well received by the participants who took sharp interest at the presentations on the state of the Thai market and were introduced to EABC and its activities to support European Business in Thailand.
EABC Outreach in Slovakia
EABC participated in the Slovak Matchmaking Fair 2015 on 10 November 2015, in Bratislava. The event was an annual meeting of Slovak and foreign companies organized by the Slovak Investment and Trade Agency (SARIO), to explore new business opportunities.
EABC at ASEAN Business Seminar EABC Outreach in The Netherlands in Latvia EABC participated in an event in Amsterdam on 10 November EABC, in collaboration with EU-ASEAN Business Networks, and the Latvian CCIC hosted a seminar in Riga, Latvia on 14 May 2015. The event featured presentations on the state of the markets and opportunities for Latvian companies in ASEAN destinations such as Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia and the Philippines, as well as how the various EU-ASEAN Business Networks were able to support Latvian companies; in particular SMEs enter and do business in ASEAN.
2015, organised by the Dutch Chamber of Commerce to help educate Dutch companies of business opportunities in South East Asia.
EABC Outreach in Croatia EABC Roadshows in Bulgaria and Slovenia: Thailand - Your Road to South East Asia Seminars EABC organised roadshow events in Sofia, Bulgaria on 19 May 2015 in collaboration with the Bulgarian CCI and in Ljubljana, Slovenia through cooperation with the CCI of Slovenia on 21 May 2015.
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EABC in collaboration with the EPBN met with representatives of the Croatian Employer’s Association in Zagreb on 12 November 2015, to discuss possible future collaboration to support Croatian SMEs looking to internationalise to ASEAN. Moreover, on 13 November 2015 EABC, EPBN and the Croatian Chamber of Economy organised a seminar in Zagreb, to inform Croatian companies of business opportunities in Thailand and the Philippines, and how the EABC and the EPBN are able to support them.
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EABC welcomes the following 2016 new members: Biogas Systems AB
Sakura Tech (s) Pte Ltd
NorrgĂĽrdsgatan 9, SE-686 35 Sunne, Sweden Tel: +46 565 477 50 Fax: +46 565 123 56 E-mail: info@biogassystems.se Website: www.biogassystems.se Industry/Activities: Energy EABC representative: Tomas Krook, Vice VD
Singapore: Block 5002 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 5, #05-09, #01-07/11, Tech Place II, Singapore 569871 Thailand: Sakura Tech (Thailand) Ltd. 64/146 Moo 4, Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate T. Pluakdeang, A. Pluakdeang, Rayong, 21140 Tel: +65 6 484 6977 Fax: +65 6 484 5977 E-mail: michael_leong@sakuratech.com.sg Website: http://www.sakuratech.com.sg Industry/Activities: Manufacturing EABC representative: Razali Jaafar, Managing Director
EmmaLynn Properties (Thailand) Ltd. 104 Soi Bearing 33, Sukhumvit 107, Bang Na, Bang Na, Bangkok 10260 Tel: +66 9 5418 2240 E-mail: pco.thai@gmail.com Industry/Activities: Real estate services EABC representative: Philip Coates, Director
Generali Life Assurance (Thailand) Plc. 87/2 CRC Tower, All Seasons Place 16th Floor, Unit 1602-1605, Wireless Rd., Lumpini, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 2 685 3828 Fax: +66 2 685 3834 E-mail: info@generali.co.th Website: www.generali.co.th Industry/Activities: Insurance EABC representative: Bundit Jiamanukoonkit, CEO
Modern Energy management Unit 1204 , 12th Floor. GPF Withayu Tower B, 93/1 Wireless Road , Lumpini, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 2017 0900 E-mail: usuma@modernenergy.co.th Website: www.modernenergy.co.th Industry/Activities: Energy/Services EABC representative: Jose Antonio Cuesta, Senior Technical Engineer
Siam Mechanical Engineering 49 Moo 13, Bangna-Trad K.M. 8, Bangkaew, Bangplee, Samutprakarn 10540 Tel: +66 2 738 5772 Fax: +66 2 740 2764 Email: siammechanic1984@gmail.com Website: www.siammechanic.com Industry/Activities: Trading EABC representative: Dr. Sirichai Methavichit, Managing Director
Thai Ecotrade Co., Ltd. 37 Soi Thiantalay 24, Bang Khun Thian-Chai Thalay Road, Thakam, Bangkhunthian, Bangkok 10150 Tel: +66 2453 9165 Fax: +66 2453 9166 E-mail: admin@thaiecotrade.com, sales@thaiecotrade.com Website: www.thaiecotrade.com Industry/Activities: Computer/Technology EABC representative: Supaksorn Saelim, President
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Useful contacts EU Embassies in Thailand The Delegation of the European Union to Thailand Athenee Tower, 10th floor, 63 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2305 2600/2700 E-mail: delegation-thailand@eeas.europa.eu
Royal Danish Embassy 10 Soi Sathorn 1 (Attakarn Prasit), South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120 Tel: +66 (0) 2 343 1100 E-mail: bkkamb@um.dk
Embassy of the Republic of Austria Unit 1801, 18th Floor, Q. House Lumpini Building, 1 South Sathorn Road, Thungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120 Tel: +66 (0) 2 105 6700-09 Email: bangkok-ob@bmeia.gv.at
Consulate-General of the Republic of Estonia 62 Soi Yodsuwan, Pracha-Unit Road, Huay Kwang, Bangkok 10310 Tel: +66 (0) 2 690 3779 E-mail: consulate@artinian.net
Embassy of Belgium 16th Floor, Sathorn Square, 98 Sathon Nuea Road, Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 108 1800 Email: bangkok@diplobel.fed.be Consulate of the Republic of Bulgaria 3675 Krungthai Tractor Building, 4th floor, Rama 4 Road, Phrakanong, Kongtoey, Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 (0) 2 661 5669 E-mail: foreign@ktt.co.th Consulate of the Republic of Croatia Jewellery Center Building 23th Floor, Room C-7 138/51 Nares Road, Siphraya, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 776 4855-58 E-mail: croatian_consulate_thailand@yahoo.com Consulate of the Republic of Cyprus 96/14 Bharani Building, 3rd Floor, Sukhumvit 23, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 (0) 2 261 8408 E-mail: bangkok.cyprus@gmail.com Embassy of the Czech Republic 71/6 Ruam Rudee Soi 2, Ploenchit Road, Lumpini, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 250 9223 E-mail: bangkok@embassy.mzv.cz
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Embassy of Finland Athenee Tower, 14th Floor, 63 Wireless Road, Lumpini,Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 207 8700 E-mail: sanomat.ban@formin.fi French Embassy 35 Charoenkrung soi 36, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 657 5100 E-mail: ambassade@ambafrance-th.org Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany 9 South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120 Tel: +66 (0) 2 287 9000 E-mail: info@german-embassy.or.th Embassy of the Hellenic Republic (Greece) 23rd Floor, Unit 100, 100 / 41 Sathorn Nakorn Tower Office Condominium, North Sathorn Road, Silom, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 667 0090-2 Email: gremb.ban@mfa.gr Embassy of the Republic of Hungary Park Ventures Ecoplex, 14th fl; (Units 1401, 1411-1412), 57 Thanon Witthayu (Wireless Road), Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 118 9600 E-mail: mission.bgk@mfa.gov.hu
Embassy of Ireland 12rd Floor,208 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 016 1360 Embassy of Italy CRC Tower, 40th Floor, All Seasons Place, 87 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 250 4970 E-mail: ambasciata.bangkok@esteri.it Consulate of the Republic of Latvia 113/13 Surawong Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 266 5931, 2 634 0140-2 Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Lithuania Chancery Muangthai Insurance Public Company Limited, 252 Rachadaphisek Road, Complex B, 17th floor, Huaykwang, Bangkok 10310 Tel: +66 (0) 2 665 4190 Email: nualphan.l@muangthaiinsurance.com Embassy of the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg Q House Lumpini 17th Floor, 1 South Sathorn Road, Tungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120 Tel: +66 (2) 677 7360 E-mail: bangkok.amb@mae.etat.lu Consulate-General of the Republic of Malta 56 Narathivas Ratchanakarin Road, Silom, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 234 9729, +66 (0) 2 233 6872 E-mail: maltaconsul.bangkok@gov.mt Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands 15 Soi Tonson, Ploenchit Road, Lumpini, Pratumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 309 5200 E-mail: ban@minbuza.nl
Embassy of Portugal 26 Bush Lane, Soi Charoenkrung 30, New Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 234 2123 E-mail: ambassador@embassyofportugal.or.th Embassy of Romania Sirinrat Office Building 388/41, 12th floor, Rama IV Road, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 (0) 2 240 2522 E-mail: Bangkok@mae.ro Embassy of the Slovak Republic Unit 25/9-4, BKI/YWCA Building, S outh Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120 Tel: +66 (0) 2 677 3445-6 E-mail: emb.bangkok@mzv.sk Consulate-General of the Republic of Slovenia 298/2 Silom Road Soi 28 Bangkok 10500 Tel +66 (0) 2234 2481 E-mail: phatra@anitasilk.com Embassy of Spain Lake Rajada Office Complex, 23rd floor, 193 Rajadapisek Rd., Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 (0) 2661 8284-6 E-mail: emb.bangkok@maec.es Embassy of Sweden One Pacific Place, 20th Floor, 140 Sukhumvit Road (between Soi 4and6), Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 (0) 2 263 7200 E-mail: ambassaden.bangkok@gov.se British Embassy 14 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 305 8333 E-mail: info.Bangkok@fco.gov.uk
Embassy of the Republic of Poland 100/81-82, Vongvanit Building B, 25th Floor, Rama 9 Road, Huaykwang, Bangkok 10310 Tel: +66 (0) 2 645-0367 E-mail: bangkok@msz.gov.pl European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC)
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Embassy of the Republic of Singapore 129, South Sathon Rd., Thung Mahamek, Sathon, Bangkok 10120 Tel: +66 (0) 2 286 2111 Email: singemb_bkk@sgmfa.gov.sg
Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia 600-602, Phetchaburi Rd., Bangkok 10400 Tel: +66 (0) 2 252 3135 Email: kukbkk@ksc.th.com
Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam 83/1, Wireless Rd., Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Tel: +66 (0) 2 251 5838 Email: vnemb.th@mofa.gov.vn
Embassy of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic 520, 502/1-3 Soi Sahakanpamum, Pracha-Uthit Road, Wangtonglang, Bangkok 10310 Tel: +66 (0) 2 539 6679 Email: sabaidee@bkklaoembassy.com Embassy of Malaysia 33-35, South Sathon Rd., Thung Mahamek, Sathon, Bangkok 10120 Tel: +66 (0) 2 629 6800 Email: mwbangkok@kln.gov.my Embassy of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar 132, Sathorn Nua Road, Bangkok 10500 Tel: +66 (0) 2 233 7250 Email: myanmarembassybkk@gmail.com
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Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines 760 Sukhumvit Road, Corner Soi Philippines (Sukhumvit 30/1), Phra Khanong, Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 (0) 2 259 0139 Email: bangkokpe@dfa.gov.ph
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Thai Ministries & Government Organizations Ministry of Commerce 563 Nonthaburi Road, Muang, Nonthaburi 11000 Tel: +66 (0) 2 507 7000, +66 (0) 2 507 8000 Website: www.moc.go.th
Excise Department, Ministry of Finance 1488 Nakorn Chai Si Rd, Dusit District, Bangkok 10300 Tel: 1713 Website: www.excise.go.th
Department of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce Tel: +66 (0) 2 547 4771-86, Hotline 1385 Website: www.dft.go.th
Bank of Thailand 273 Samsen Road, Watsamphraya, Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok 10200 Tel: +66 (0) 2 283 5353 Website: www.bot.or.th
Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce Tel: +66 (0) 2 507 7999, Call center 1169 Website: www.ditp.go.th Email: tiditp@ditp.go.th Department of Intellectual Property, Ministry of Commerce Tel: 1368 Website: www.ipthailand.go.th Ministry of Foreign Affairs 443 Sri Ayudhya Road, Bangkok 10400 Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 2 203 5000 Website: www.mfa.go.th
The Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand 150 Rajbopit Road, Pranakhon District, Bangkok 10200 Tel: +66 (0) 2 018 6888 Website: www.thaichamber.org Email: tcc@thaichamber.org; bot@thaichamber.org Thailand Board of Investment Head Office: 555 Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900 Tel: +66 (0) 2 553 8111 Website: www.boi.go.th Email: head@boi.go.th
Ministry of Industry Rama 6 Rd., Thung Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400 Tel: +66 (0) 2 202 3000 Website: www.industry.go.th Email: info@industry.go.th Customs Department, Ministry of Finance 1 Sunthornkosa Road, Klong Toey, Bangkok, 10110 Tel: +66 (0) 2 667 6000 Website: www.customs.go.th
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Representative Index A
Adam, Ali---------------------------------------------------------------------- 45 Adulyapichet, Paranee----------------------------------------------------- 48 Amaré, Philippe----------------------------------------------------------- 127 Amatyakul, Nathkrita---------------------------------------------------- 115 Andersson, Anette-------------------------------------------------------- 131 Andre, Michel---------------------------------------------------------------- 51 Angsusingha, Duangduen------------------------------------------------- 62 Ansusinha, Pongsathorn------------------------------------------------ 100 Arjchiterb, Kannika--------------------------------------------------------- 61 Artkla, Piyachon------------------------------------------------------------- 58 Assaratanakul, Busararat-------------------------------------------------- 47 Auychai, Suparerk----------------------------------------------------------- 41
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Baal, Frank van------------------------------------------------------------ 134 Baird, Mike------------------------------------------------------------------- 78 Balslev, Finn---------------------------------------------------------------- 107 Bantadtan, Prasantaya---------------------------------------------------- 84 Baptiste, Destailleurs------------------------------------------------------ 98 Barrett, Vince---------------------------------------------------------------- 59 Batreau, Cyril----------------------------------------------------------------- 81 Beier, Christoph------------------------------------------------------------- 75 Bell, Dr. John----------------------------------------------------------------- 95 Bell, Martin----------------------------------------------------------------- 120 Benjakuljirat, Napisit------------------------------------------------------- 66 Bergeron, Benoit------------------------------------------------------------ 68 Bettels, Bernd---------------------------------------------------------------- 51 Bhiromsawad, Kamolnuch---------------------------------------------- 103 Bhiromsawad, Kamolnuch---------------------------------------------- 103 Bialecki, Arnaud----------------------------------------------------------- 113 Bjørløw, Christian----------------------------------------------------------- 82 Blom, Axel-------------------------------------------------------------------- 49 Blurton, Martin-------------------------------------------------------------- 68 Boon-Anan, Nongnaphat------------------------------------------------ 125 Boonsa, Porntida---------------------------------------------------------- 126 Bosin, Markus-------------------------------------------------------------- 125 Bosmans, Jos----------------------------------------------------------------- 50 Bourgeois, Pierre------------------------------------------------------------ 56 Bracken, Conor-------------------------------------------------------------- 43 Brandt, Arnaud-------------------------------------------------------------- 74 Brekke, Sigve--------------------------------------------------------------- 118 Brinn, Mark------------------------------------------------------------------- 57 Bruton, Christopher F.----------------------------------------------------- 61 Bruton, Katalya-------------------------------------------------------------- 61 Buchberger, Helmut-------------------------------------------------------- 40 Buckley, Darren-------------------------------------------------------------- 55 Bunnag, Prof. Jayavadh---------------------------------------------------- 79 Buranasilpin, Chanidapa------------------------------------------------ 111 Busdee, Prabjote------------------------------------------------------------ 66
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Canning-Jones, Sarah------------------------------------------------------ 41 Carle, Jérôme Lucien-Joseph------------------------------------------- 106 Carranco, Juthamas------------------------------------------------------ 114 Casella, John--------------------------------------------------------------- 100 Castanier, Patrick----------------------------------------------------------- 98 Chaichalerm, Jutaporn----------------------------------------------------- 81 Chainaronk, Pattarodom------------------------------------------------ 112 Chaisrisuraphan, Kulwalai------------------------------------------------ 94 Chaiyapong, Mingkwan-------------------------------------------------- 123 Chaiyaporn, Somsak------------------------------------------------------ 122 Chakshuvej, Phongsakdi--------------------------------------------------- 47 Chalitapanukul, Ousra----------------------------------------------------- 44 Chambers, Thomas--------------------------------------------------------- 60 Chan, Tammy-------------------------------------------------------------- 100 Changthongkham, Wimon (Mon)--------------------------------------- 81 Chantachairoj, Siyaphas--------------------------------------------------- 77 Chanthasirichot, Athitaya------------------------------------------------- 86 Chapman, Richard-------------------------------------------------------- 110
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Chapman, Troy------------------------------------------------------------ 121 Charnpanich, Vithaya------------------------------------------------------ 42 Charoensomsak, Amporn------------------------------------------------- 99 Chatusripitak, Pantaya----------------------------------------------------- 85 Chauvin, Mickael------------------------------------------------------------ 81 Chavanarodjanarugi, Nirut----------------------------------------------- 92 Choaknumkij, Saipin------------------------------------------------------ 101 Chokdeeanant, Sumalee-------------------------------------------------- 76 Chongphaisal, Viriya-------------------------------------------------------- 76 Choruk, Supannee-------------------------------------------------------- 112 Chotipanang, Sasithon--------------------------------------------------- 110 Chuecharoenchai, Krishavan--------------------------------------------- 65 Chuenchomsakul, Siriwan------------------------------------------------ 99 Chunplang, Amara---------------------------------------------------------- 99 Cibla, Emmanuel------------------------------------------------------------ 72 Coates, Peter--------------------------------------------------------------- 124 Codjo, Awless Marcel---------------------------------------------------- 133 Coenen, Pieter------------------------------------------------------------- 106 Condrau, Bernard----------------------------------------------------------- 67 Conselvan, Paolo------------------------------------------------------------ 74 Crosetto, Carlo------------------------------------------------------------- 104
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Daniel, Rolf-Dieter---------------------------------------------------------- 52 Daniel, Rolf-Dieter-------------------------------------------------------- 117 Daniele, Mangano Giuseppe--------------------------------------------- 88 Daniels, Stuart------------------------------------------------------------- 104 Dantiacq, Lionel------------------------------------------------------------- 91 Delaplace, Luc--------------------------------------------------------------- 41 Deplancke, Alexandre------------------------------------------------------ 72 Desautels, L-Martin--------------------------------------------------------- 64 Devakula, M.R. Pridiyathorn--------------------------------------------- 92 Dhanmanudham, Wuttichai (Wut)------------------------------------- 81 Dietrich, Marc Antoine de---------------------------------------------- 132 Donlakorn, Jirupapun------------------------------------------------------ 81 Doran, David D.-------------------------------------------------------------- 64 Dorski, Stefan-------------------------------------------------------------- 108 Dreyer, Michael------------------------------------------------------------- 83 Duangpitchakul, Suwit----------------------------------------------------- 53 Dujacquier, Damien------------------------------------------------------ 105 Dumrongcharusathien, Wipawee--------------------------------------- 96 Durin, Jean-Jacques------------------------------------------------------ 124 Dutta, Binayak------------------------------------------------------------- 101
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Ebrahim, Ezree--------------------------------------------------------------- 61 Edens, Rick-------------------------------------------------------------------- 68 Eder, Dr. Ulrich------------------------------------------------------------ 102 Enjalbert, Gregory---------------------------------------------------------- 51 Eriksson, Jan---------------------------------------------------------------- 116 Ernst, Romaric------------------------------------------------------------- 108 Evans, Fergus----------------------------------------------------------------- 57 Evans, John----------------------------------------------------------------- 123
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Fai, Boey Kok--------------------------------------------------------------- 125 Favre, Frederic------------------------------------------------------------- 124 Fischer, Mate---------------------------------------------------------------- 54 Flachet, Jan------------------------------------------------------------------- 70 Flanders, John------------------------------------------------------------- 101 Forzy, Bastien-------------------------------------------------------------- 110 Fougere, Franck------------------------------------------------------------- 96 Fox, Robert----------------------------------------------------------------- 115 Fritzsche, Thomas--------------------------------------------------------- 132 Fryer, Jonathan-------------------------------------------------------------- 90 Fuongfuchat, Chayon------------------------------------------------------ 59
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Gambardella, Donald------------------------------------------------------ 42 Garnaud, Marc-Philippe--------------------------------------------------- 63 Garvey, Chanelle---------------------------------------------------------- 113 Gaudiano, Jeffrey----------------------------------------------------------- 50
Geertsma, André---------------------------------------------------------- 134 Gehrke, Manfred------------------------------------------------------------ 85 Gessing-Richardson, Clive Leslie---------------------------------------- 42 Gillet, Yves-------------------------------------------------------------------- 72 Gillian, Reid------------------------------------------------------------------- 73 Glaiprayong, Chatchaya------------------------------------------------- 111 Goh, Nicholas-------------------------------------------------------------- 128 Gönner, Tanja---------------------------------------------------------------- 75 Grabowski, Bo--------------------------------------------------------------- 68 Gray, Robert Paul----------------------------------------------------------- 42 Greene-Kelly, Jim----------------------------------------------------------- 89 Grewe, Michael-------------------------------------------------------------- 91 Grillot, Hervé----------------------------------------------------------------- 72 Grossmann, Dirk------------------------------------------------------------ 87 Grover, Dennis W.---------------------------------------------------------- 64 Gustin, Antoine-------------------------------------------------------------- 51
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Haandrikman, William--------------------------------------------------- 113 Haas, Dr. Guntram---------------------------------------------------------- 92 Haas, Irmtraut--------------------------------------------------------------- 92 Haebler, Sebastian---------------------------------------------------------- 85 Hall, Simon J.----------------------------------------------------------------- 79 Hallin, Eric------------------------------------------------------------------- 103 Handfest, Markus--------------------------------------------------------- 117 Hansen, Magne Henning-------------------------------------------------- 54 Hanuthaikij, Chot--------------------------------------------------------- 112 Harinsuit, Asada----------------------------------------------------------- 121 Hart, John------------------------------------------------------------------- 132 Harvey, Jayne---------------------------------------------------------------- 65 Hassadeevijitr, Phenkhae------------------------------------------------- 56 Heffner, Kit----------------------------------------------------------------- 104 Helfand, Edouard----------------------------------------------------------- 78 Hellstern, Volker------------------------------------------------------------ 77 Helming, Stefan------------------------------------------------------------- 75 Hemery, Margot----------------------------------------------------------- 114 Hemvijitraphan, Ath------------------------------------------------------ 121 Henderson, Spencer------------------------------------------------------ 133 Hendrich, Ralph------------------------------------------------------------- 83 Heuvel, Thijs van den---------------------------------------------------- 112 Hirasawa, Benjamin-------------------------------------------------------- 66 Hirst, Simon---------------------------------------------------------------- 104 Hlowjitsieng, Apiwan----------------------------------------------------- 117 Hong, Joseph----------------------------------------------------------------- 52 Hooft, Bas ‘t------------------------------------------------------------------ 41 Htet, Kyaw Moe----------------------------------------------------------- 126 Hurenkamp, Rob------------------------------------------------------------ 90 Hurtado, Thereza----------------------------------------------------------- 81
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Iemthaveesin, Peeranut------------------------------------------------- 103 Innis, Antoine Van-------------------------------------------------------- 110 Intaphan, Saroj------------------------------------------------------------ 126 Inthasuwan, Chatchai------------------------------------------------------ 66 Irimescu, Mihai-------------------------------------------------------------- 94
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Jaggs, Stephen--------------------------------------------------------------- 41 Jain, Professor Dipak C., Ph.D.----------------------------------------- 107 Jakab, H.E. Dr. Peter-------------------------------------------------------- 70 Jangkamolkulchai, Kittipong-------------------------------------------- 100 Jantajit, Sapmanee------------------------------------------------------- 102 Järlhem, Stefan-------------------------------------------------------------- 53 Jaroonpipatkul, Pattanapong-------------------------------------------- 94 Jenkins, Chris--------------------------------------------------------------- 117 Jensen, Lars Aarup---------------------------------------------------------- 82 Jiratikarnsakul, Vivat------------------------------------------------------- 77 Jittasaiyapan, Dusadee---------------------------------------------------- 66 Johnsen, Tore-------------------------------------------------------------- 118 Johnson, Mark--------------------------------------------------------------- 81 Jones, Stephen--------------------------------------------------------------- 78
Jorgensen, Khanittha----------------------------------------------------- 104 Jossart, Kesinee-------------------------------------------------------------- 85
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Kaewpipat, Kittisak--------------------------------------------------------- 83 Kaewsorn, Somchai--------------------------------------------------------- 82 Kambhato, Phumchai------------------------------------------------------ 62 Kamolvarinthip, Krisda----------------------------------------------------- 98 Karazli, Emre----------------------------------------------------------------- 57 Keawmora, Praphat------------------------------------------------------ 119 Keddie, Niall---------------------------------------------------------------- 103 Keddie, Niall---------------------------------------------------------------- 103 Keeratibunchorn, Suwanna----------------------------------------------- 54 Kelly, Jerome----------------------------------------------------------------- 85 Khakhong, Keeratisuda---------------------------------------------------- 50 Khannongpho, Khanitta--------------------------------------------------- 67 Kiks, Henk J.------------------------------------------------------------------ 47 Kinghorn, Colin-------------------------------------------------------------- 80 Kinkunthot, Aram--------------------------------------------------------- 126 Kinzer, Franz------------------------------------------------------------------ 46 Kirdniyom, Bunyati--------------------------------------------------------- 71 Kitikiatsophon, Sukjai------------------------------------------------------ 81 Kjøl, Håkon Bruaset------------------------------------------------------- 118 Klotz, Thomas-------------------------------------------------------------- 105 Knaack, Christian---------------------------------------------------------- 118 Koeck, Andreas------------------------------------------------------------ 109 Koenig, Mario-------------------------------------------------------------- 134 Kok, Lyn--------------------------------------------------------------------- 117 Kongsoowan, Apiwatt----------------------------------------------------- 66 Kooakachai, Sunchai------------------------------------------------------- 58 Koppelaar, Martin---------------------------------------------------------- 74 Kosiyangkakul, Vimolrat--------------------------------------------------- 88 Kotikula, Surajak------------------------------------------------------------ 42 Kriengsuntikul, Chatchawat---------------------------------------------- 90 Krisdhasima, Viwat------------------------------------------------------- 126 Kruasarn, Jack Seksan------------------------------------------------------ 42 Kuan, Matthew------------------------------------------------------------ 122 Kubgrabi, Phibulvid--------------------------------------------------------- 60 Kuptajit, Thanakorn-------------------------------------------------------- 65 Kursunoglu, Koray---------------------------------------------------------- 57
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Lampier, Melinda----------------------------------------------------------- 79 Landy, Simon----------------------------------------------------------------- 58 Laohaphan, Rachanatorn------------------------------------------------- 65 Laowatanakul, Aroon---------------------------------------------------- 131 Larpsumphunchai, Sunchai----------------------------------------------- 42 Laurent, Sebastien---------------------------------------------------------- 94 Lauthier, Joffrey------------------------------------------------------------- 51 Leangtrakool, Taksaya----------------------------------------------------- 73 Leenders, Tom------------------------------------------------------------- 123 Leirvag, Vibeke Lyssand--------------------------------------------------- 74 Lekchaichan, Nattapong--------------------------------------------------- 58 Lekhal, Thomas------------------------------------------------------------ 123 Lemoine, Herve-------------------------------------------------------------- 63 Lepoivre, Franck----------------------------------------------------------- 132 Lerdsirisophon, Seri------------------------------------------------------ 124 Lerswatanasivalee, Busakorn-------------------------------------------- 99 Liamnak, Pongsathorn (Pern)-------------------------------------------- 81 Lijten, Peter------------------------------------------------------------------ 94 Likhitangsuvat, Jurirach------------------------------------------------- 124 Lim, Alvin---------------------------------------------------------------------- 57 Linden, Sander van der---------------------------------------------------- 60 Lochanti, Ken Suwan------------------------------------------------------- 42 Lombardi, Michele---------------------------------------------------------- 57 Loo, Patrick van der-------------------------------------------------------- 99 Lorenz, Michael-------------------------------------------------------------- 86 Lorenzini, Markus--------------------------------------------------------- 112 Lorint, Doru----------------------------------------------------------------- 129 Loukulsant, Surapong------------------------------------------------------ 92
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MacDonald, James---------------------------------------------------------- 92 MacDonald, James---------------------------------------------------------- 92 Machet, Anne-Marie------------------------------------------------------- 43 Mahitivanichcha, Tanva------------------------------------------------- 127 Makpiboon, Sapol----------------------------------------------------------- 55 Malgouyres, Nicolas-------------------------------------------------------- 59 Mano, Aom Tipwan--------------------------------------------------------- 42 Manokitjarunman, Sutti--------------------------------------------------- 69 Masathirakul, Arthit-------------------------------------------------------- 62 Matteucci, Gianfranco----------------------------------------------------- 89 Matthews, Andrew--------------------------------------------------------- 57 Matthews, Simon----------------------------------------------------------- 88 Maturaporn, Chanin------------------------------------------------------ 119 Mazzone, Jean-Pierre------------------------------------------------------ 72 McBean, Andrew------------------------------------------------------------ 76 McGregor, Grant---------------------------------------------------------- 121 McNally, Dan--------------------------------------------------------------- 104 Meader, Keith---------------------------------------------------------------- 45 Mekworawut, Pongsin----------------------------------------------------- 94 Meseroll, Dennis---------------------------------------------------------- 123 Meyden, Rick van der---------------------------------------------------- 134 Miah, Rubel----------------------------------------------------------------- 110 Mistry, Kaikobad------------------------------------------------------------ 48 Moel, Pierre Le-------------------------------------------------------------- 61 Mokaramanee, Supreeya----------------------------------------------- 112 Moller, Gregers------------------------------------------------------------ 107 Mollison, Neil---------------------------------------------------------------- 95 Monfils, Csilla---------------------------------------------------------------- 70 Mongkolsit, Chakrapat----------------------------------------------------- 66 Morrow, James-------------------------------------------------------------- 81 Morstadt, Till----------------------------------------------------------------- 86 Muangsan, Sirinthorn------------------------------------------------------ 92 Mudry, Yves---------------------------------------------------------------- 114 Mupaisan, Waraporn------------------------------------------------------ 85
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Na Ayutthaya, Surakom Thongthaem-------------------------------- 116 Nakyam, Pakaraparn----------------------------------------------------- 128 Nardone, David Richard--------------------------------------------------- 77 Ng, Petrus--------------------------------------------------------------------- 48 Nilsson, Martin------------------------------------------------------------ 108 Nimitkul, Supreedee------------------------------------------------------- 66 Nonthaphathorn, Winai--------------------------------------------------- 82 Noonbhakdi, Chamaiporn---------------------------------------------- 106 Nopakun, Rutorn------------------------------------------------------------ 66
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Oehmicke, Matthias-------------------------------------------------------- 73 Orton, Marshall------------------------------------------------------------ 113 Ozturk, Cem---------------------------------------------------------------- 106
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Pagniez, Frederic------------------------------------------------------------ 63 Pakdeesusuk, Boworn----------------------------------------------------- 40 Paopiamsap, Supattra--------------------------------------------------- 126 Paramel, Santhosh---------------------------------------------------------- 61 Pascoe, Ian-------------------------------------------------------------------- 76 Pattanasettanon, Phakphum--------------------------------------------- 71 Paufler, Dr. Alexander--------------------------------------------------- 107 Paule, Stefan--------------------------------------------------------------- 106 Payoongkitpaiboon, Pitipong-------------------------------------------- 94 Pelletier, Marc------------------------------------------------------------- 108 Pfeiffer, Dirk---------------------------------------------------------------- 132 Phanichkul, Naris------------------------------------------------------------ 89 Phaungsuwan, Pornchai--------------------------------------------------- 82 Phetcharat, Chananyarak------------------------------------------------- 64 Phuanpathom, Oraphan------------------------------------------------- 128
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Phungart, Suchaya-------------------------------------------------------- 107 Pienchob, Wiriya------------------------------------------------------------ 45 Pillai, Gerald M. J. David--------------------------------------------------- 73 Pillay, Gopalan--------------------------------------------------------------- 48 Pimmahashap, Kunyanut------------------------------------------------- 56 Pincharoen, Chanida----------------------------------------------------- 121 Pinpuvadol, Dumrong---------------------------------------------------- 119 Pintavirooj, Kitti------------------------------------------------------------- 42 Pinter, Veronika------------------------------------------------------------- 70 Pinto, Edwin------------------------------------------------------------------ 65 Piromnipanant, Sureeporn--------------------------------------------- 111 Pithon, Jean-Marie--------------------------------------------------------- 63 Pitplern, Nirut---------------------------------------------------------------- 92 Piyachatsuwan, Wandee-------------------------------------------------- 61 Poonsombudlert, Kiat------------------------------------------------------ 66 Power, Sebastian Anthony---------------------------------------------- 101 Preiss, Harald---------------------------------------------------------------- 94 Preuร , Hans-Joachim------------------------------------------------------- 75 Priboonbaramee, Wanchai----------------------------------------------- 88 Pringpuangkeo, Dr. Gwin------------------------------------------------- 55 Pulges, Virapan------------------------------------------------------------ 122 Pulputhpong, Nattawute-------------------------------------------------- 89 Puntsming, Pisit------------------------------------------------------------- 46 Puranasamriddhi, Jeerasage--------------------------------------------- 89
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Raich, Martin--------------------------------------------------------------- 111 Raichle, Guenter---------------------------------------------------------- 104 Rak-Intr, Phuriwat-------------------------------------------------------- 108 Rana, Asim-------------------------------------------------------------------- 55 Rasmeepaisarn, Wiboon-------------------------------------------------- 69 Ratanaruetai, Vanida------------------------------------------------------- 87 Reichstetter, Dr. Karl----------------------------------------------------- 129 Rergpanee, Manoosak----------------------------------------------------- 81 Richter, Cornelia------------------------------------------------------------ 75 Rist, Tobias------------------------------------------------------------------- 91 Rittipongchusit, Suraphon------------------------------------------------ 66 Rivalta, Olivier--------------------------------------------------------------- 68 Rochette, Baptiste---------------------------------------------------------- 72 Rodloytuk, Pavin------------------------------------------------------------ 55 Rodwinit, Supawadee------------------------------------------------------ 40 Rohr, Peter------------------------------------------------------------------- 54 Roitman, Ilya--------------------------------------------------------------- 114 Rongluengaram, Anupong---------------------------------------------- 115 Roungsuwan, Somkuan-------------------------------------------------- 112 Rowley, Mark---------------------------------------------------------------- 78 Rudeephaisit, Wasana----------------------------------------------------- 89 Rueegg, Martin-------------------------------------------------------------- 46 Ruengjirachuporn, Natee------------------------------------------------- 80 Ruengsri, Sayam----------------------------------------------------------- 133 Rungswang, Gong--------------------------------------------------------- 107 Russel-Wittebrood, Christine-------------------------------------------- 85
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Saengaram, Dr. Chaivut--------------------------------------------------- 55 Sahavechaphan, Duangduen--------------------------------------------- 99 Sakorn, Somyos------------------------------------------------------------ 117 Santvinyoo, Somchai------------------------------------------------------- 91 Schefman, Franรงois------------------------------------------------------- 121 Scheibel, Simon-------------------------------------------------------------- 94 Schluck, Dieter------------------------------------------------------------- 130 Schmelter, Thomas--------------------------------------------------------- 79 Schmidt, Sebastian-Justus------------------------------------------------ 58 Schnatz, Oliver------------------------------------------------------------- 111 Schneider, Martin----------------------------------------------------------- 52 Schouten, Martijn--------------------------------------------------------- 119 Schyberg, Fredrik----------------------------------------------------------- 72 Severn, Sean----------------------------------------------------------------- 84 Shah, Chintan---------------------------------------------------------------- 62 Sharma, Ashish------------------------------------------------------------ 117
Shelford, Peter--------------------------------------------------------------- 66 Shum, Michael--------------------------------------------------------------- 82 Siddique, Jamil--------------------------------------------------------------- 68 Silamongkol, Winid--------------------------------------------------------- 84 Sim, John-------------------------------------------------------------------- 100 Singh, Manmeet------------------------------------------------------------- 92 Sinprasert, Theerawat----------------------------------------------------- 47 Sirikittiwatn, Kamlarp---------------------------------------------------- 131 Siripattanasarakit, Wanida--------------------------------------------- 130 Sittimalik, Chanipa-------------------------------------------------------- 102 Sittipiyasakul, Ainarm Jettasic------------------------------------------- 42 Skaug, Sven------------------------------------------------------------------- 69 Skutnabb, Jan---------------------------------------------------------------- 75 Smith, Bryan------------------------------------------------------------------ 42 Snell, Peter------------------------------------------------------------------- 80 Sng, Jimmy------------------------------------------------------------------ 102 Somrangsiwimolkul, Anoma---------------------------------------------- 83 Somrat, Kanokthan------------------------------------------------------- 112 Somrungsrivimonkul, Anoma-------------------------------------------- 83 Somwaiya, Kowit------------------------------------------------------------ 84 Sonntag, Mark--------------------------------------------------------------- 53 Sooksung, Khwanthip------------------------------------------------------ 78 Sorasuchart, Suranit-------------------------------------------------------- 62 Sorensen, Tom--------------------------------------------------------------- 76 Sornsube, Pakawan------------------------------------------------------- 103 Souche, Audray-------------------------------------------------------------- 64 Sriprasart, Chalinee------------------------------------------------------- 128 Sriwatanakul, Kasama--------------------------------------------------- 122 Steinacher, Frank----------------------------------------------------------- 91 Stempniewicz, Jacob------------------------------------------------------- 43 Stijweg, Hendrik Jacob----------------------------------------------------- 83 Stolt-Nielsen, Andreas----------------------------------------------------- 82 Sucharitkul, Tiziana------------------------------------------------------- 122 Sukkhawadee, Jarut (Golf)------------------------------------------------ 81 Suknaibaiboon, Atchara------------------------------------------------- 123 Suksem, Heather---------------------------------------------------------- 101 Sumritkij, Suwanna--------------------------------------------------------- 65 Suteerapongpun, Chanpen--------------------------------------------- 100 Suthiweerawat, Naowarat------------------------------------------------ 86 Suvarnapunya, Chanvitaya----------------------------------------------- 66 Suwannakudt, Penroong-------------------------------------------------- 42 Suwanvajukkasikij, Naddaporn------------------------------------------ 84 Suzuki, Yasuo----------------------------------------------------------------- 92 Svendsen, Thomas Brink-------------------------------------------------- 82
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Tan, Jee Hoong------------------------------------------------------------ 111 Tan, Kelvin------------------------------------------------------------------ 120 Tan, Sharon------------------------------------------------------------------- 42 Tan, Spencer----------------------------------------------------------------- 87 Tan, Timothy----------------------------------------------------------------- 66 Tanatkatrakul, Chanchai------------------------------------------------ 105 Tangdenchai, Chitboon---------------------------------------------------- 62 Tangsombatvisit, Vimol---------------------------------------------------- 56 Tannawee, Viyada (Victoria)------------------------------------------- 103 Tantiwongse, Dr. Thavirap------------------------------------------------ 76 Taveechaiwattana, Patchara--------------------------------------------- 42 Taylor, Craig---------------------------------------------------------------- 100 Taylor, Peter---------------------------------------------------------------- 100 Thamthada, Suthep-------------------------------------------------------- 65 Thanomrattana, Pornphan----------------------------------------------- 90 Thanthitiwat, Kanitsanan------------------------------------------------- 53 Thapanandana, Tharanit-------------------------------------------------- 95 Themoin, Soazig----------------------------------------------------------- 128 Thephabutra, Suchala------------------------------------------------------ 91 Thimkrajang, Surapan------------------------------------------------------ 79 Thiramanas, Thana------------------------------------------------------- 101 Thiranant, Satrirat-------------------------------------------------------- 129 Thongkongthun, Unnop--------------------------------------------------- 86 Tieber, Thomas-------------------------------------------------------------- 65
Tienpont, Didier----------------------------------------------------------- 133 Timpitaya, Vimala--------------------------------------------------------- 129 Tinmanee, Somlak---------------------------------------------------------- 51 Tisuthiwongse, Joseph----------------------------------------------------- 57 Tjeng, Hadil------------------------------------------------------------------- 42 Tohtong, Panyos------------------------------------------------------------ 80 Tønjum, Liv Inger------------------------------------------------------------ 49 Toomngern, Natawan------------------------------------------------------ 71 Touborg, Thomas----------------------------------------------------------- 97 Trai-Ukos, Segsarn---------------------------------------------------------- 91 Trapp, Georg--------------------------------------------------------------- 114 Treejittanachai, Wanida--------------------------------------------------- 74 Triamchanchuchai, Danai------------------------------------------------- 96 Truskamol, Vilairut--------------------------------------------------------- 62 Tuesikares, Arisa---------------------------------------------------------- 112 Tuntikowit, Sirisa------------------------------------------------------------ 87
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Udomswangchoke, Wanida---------------------------------------------- 86 Ueda, Katsumi--------------------------------------------------------------- 92 Undee, Nopphan------------------------------------------------------------ 92 Unthawapee, Krisadanu--------------------------------------------------- 68 Uppaputthangkul, Sunt---------------------------------------------------- 74 Urupongseth, Krirkpol----------------------------------------------------- 92 Utet, Catherine------------------------------------------------------------ 127
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Vachanavuttivong, Darani---------------------------------------------- 122 Vagt-Andersen, Stig-------------------------------------------------------- 44 Valaisathien, Dr. Sutharm------------------------------------------------- 79 Vanabriksha, Asdaporn-------------------------------------------------- 120 Varghese, Tom Chottayil------------------------------------------------ 118 Varkonyi, Mate-------------------------------------------------------------- 54 Vautier, Camilla------------------------------------------------------------- 71 Verstraete, Marc------------------------------------------------------------ 70 Vianelli, Luca----------------------------------------------------------------- 90 Vidon, Patrice-------------------------------------------------------------- 128 Vissers, Steven--------------------------------------------------------------- 71 Viswanathan, Murali----------------------------------------------------- 110 Viyokom, Kittipong--------------------------------------------------------- 94
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Wajakiet, Chatchai-------------------------------------------------------- 103 Wangroongsarb, Yongyuth----------------------------------------------- 76 Ware, Paul-------------------------------------------------------------------- 45 Warodomwichit, Duangdao---------------------------------------------- 98 Wattanakasemsat, Wannaporn----------------------------------------- 98 Wedemeyer, Wilfried------------------------------------------------------ 86 Weiss, Philipp-------------------------------------------------------------- 105 West, Patcharee Lae-ya------------------------------------------------- 107 Whitcraft, Kevin----------------------------------------------------------- 104 Whitcraft, Thomas-------------------------------------------------------- 104 Wight, Gary T.---------------------------------------------------------------- 73 Wilson, Steve--------------------------------------------------------------- 100 Winterbotham, Russell---------------------------------------------------- 43 Wisootsat, Benjawan------------------------------------------------------ 95 Wisootthisin, Lassamon------------------------------------------------- 103 Withouck, Kris------------------------------------------------------------- 130 Wolff, Georg----------------------------------------------------------------- 56 Wongboonsin, Professor Kua, Ph.D.---------------------------------- 107 Wongmanee, Naree-------------------------------------------------------- 48 Wongtaveerat, Chukiat---------------------------------------------------- 80 Wongwatanagonechai, Surachai-------------------------------------- 131 Wuthilaohaphan, Siriporn---------------------------------------------- 115
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Yatprom, Disraporn------------------------------------------------------ 107 Yen-Ura, Piyakanit---------------------------------------------------------- 59 Yodpech, Sanit------------------------------------------------------------- 125
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Zanini, Christian----------------------------------------------------------- 130
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Acronyms and Abbreviations AEC AFTA ASEAN BOI CCI DIP EEDP EFTA EU EUD FDI FBA FTA GIs HS ICT IHQ ISO ISP JFCCT MICT MOC MOF MOU NBTC NESDB NTBs ODPC SME TDRI TISI UNECE
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2015/2016 European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) Membership Directory European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) 1 Empire Tower, 25th floor South Sathorn Road, Yannawa, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120 Thailand Tel: +66 2 670 0624 Fax: +66 2 670 0608 Email: members@eabc-thailand.eu www.eabc-thailand.eu Edition closed on 3 March 2016 Copyright: All rights reserved. Published by European Association for Business and Commerce (EABC) Printed by: Inthanon Interprint Co., Ltd. 48 Soi Saimai 34, Saimai Rd., Saimai, Saimai, Bangkok 10220 Tel: 02-991 4941 Fax 02-991 4940 ISBN: 978-616-92515-1-4