EABC, the European Chamber of Commerce Thailand, is delighted to organize the following Luncheon seminar: Progress and Prospects in the EU-Thailand Free Trade Agreement Negotiations.

This exclusive EABC Luncheon Seminar, held alongside the fourth round of EU-Thailand FTA negotiations, will bring together the Chief Negotiators from Thailand and the EU to share their views on the state of play of the negotiations. They will engage in a forward-looking dialogue with participants to discuss progress to date and hear the perspectives of Thai and EU business on the direction for the FTA negotiation, offering valuable perspectives on the economic potential this agreement holds for both the EU and Thailand.

This luncheon will also serve as a platform for Thai and European businesses to engage directly with the Chief negotiators, facilitating open dialogue on expectations, opportunities, and issues on the ground that will be essential to a successful FTA.

Event details:

• Date: Tuesday, 26th November 2024
• Time: 11:00 AM - 14:00 PM
• Venue: The Athenee Hotel

Agenda:

• 11:00-11:45 – Registration
• 11:45-12:30 – Luncheon (3 course meal)
• 12:30-12:35 – Welcome remarks
• 12.35-12:40 – Opening Remarks, Ms. Renita Bhaskar, Minister Counsellor, European Union Delegation to Thailand
• 12:40-12:50 – Progress and Prospects – The EU Perspective, Mr. Christophe Kiener, EU Chief Negotiator European Commission
• 12:50-13:00 – Progress and Prospects – The Thai Perspective, Ms. Chotima Iemsawasdikul, Thailand Chief Negotiator, Director General Department of Trade Negotiations, Ministry of Commerce
• 13:00-13:40: Panel discussion and Q&A. Moderator: Mr. Bob Fox
• 13:40: Closing remarks
• 13:45: Photo session
• 14:00: End of the event

Ticket fees:

• 1,800 THB for Members of EABC
• 1,800 THB for Members of Supporting Chambers
• 2,400 THB for Non - Members

IMPORTANT REMARKS:

• Registration will close on Friday, 22 November, at 6.00 PM
• Registration mandatory. No walk-ins allowed.
• To confirm your registration, please proceed with bank transfer payment and send your proof of payment to office@eabc-thailand.org
• ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE TO EABC If payment is not received at least 24 hours prior to the event, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list.
• You can cancel for free up to 48 hours (2 days) before the event, and your payment will be fully refunded.
• Cancellations made within less than 48 hours (2 days) of the event and no-shows will not be eligible for either a refund or credit.