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We're thrilled to announce that SweCham is now on instagram! < Back SweCham is now on Instagram! 16 Oct 2024 We are thrilled to announce our new communicative channel, Instagram! Join us for a more interactive experience and stay connected with the latest updates on our events, news, and initiatives. As a member of SweCham, you’ll be the first to know about exclusive opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations. Our Instagram channel will also feature behind-the-scenes glimpses into the vibrant world of Thai-Swedish cooperation and highlight the exciting projects we have in store. From live-motion videos to engaging stories, there’s always something new to discover. Follow us today and explore the shades of SweCham! 𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦_𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝: https://www.instagram.com/swecham_thailand?igsh=cnR4dHVtcm8wc3Vy&utm_source=qr Previous Next

On Thursday, 9 November, the SweCham Team supported the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok at the European Language Café.  The event had a total of 16 European member states participating.  Attendees enjoyed learning and practising pronunciations of idioms and expressions from the Swedish language.  Participants tried to say phrases such as ‘Säger man A får man säga B’ (If you say A you have to say B).  This means that if you have started saying something, you must finish the story. < Back The European Language Cafe was a linguistic success 16 Nov 2023 On Thursday, 9 November, the SweCham Team supported the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok at the European Language Café. The event had a total of 16 European member states participating. Attendees enjoyed learning and practising pronunciations of idioms and expressions from the Swedish language. Participants tried to say phrases such as ‘Säger man A får man säga B’ (If you say A you have to say B). This means that if you have started saying something, you must finish the story. The event was a great opportunity to learn new European phrases. In addition to the language learning activities, there were also some games and snacks from Sweden and other countries adding to the fun and engaging atmosphere! We hope everyone had a great time and gained some ‘nya’ (New) Swedish words or phrases. Thank you to everyone who participated in this wonderful event, and we look forward to seeing you again next time! Previous Next

SweCham would like to extend our thanks to everyone who participated in the Study in Sweden and Alumni Networking at the Swedish Embassy on Friday, 20 October and visited the Sweden Pavilion at the OCSC International Education Expo 2023 between 21 and 22 October.  < Back Swedish Education and Career days 2023 event Recap 26 Oct 2023 SweCham would like to extend our thanks to everyone who participated in the Study in Sweden and Alumni Networking at the Swedish Embassy on Friday, 20 October and visited the Sweden Pavilion at the OCSC International Education Expo 2023 between 21 and 22 October. The Study in Sweden and Alumni Networking Event was a success, the event started with a speech from the Swedish Ambassador, H. E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren. This was followed by presentations on studying and living in Sweden from Khun Varaporn Premsot, Cultural Officer, Embassy of Sweden, and Khun Chaidarun Tippawan, Chairperson of Sweden Alumni Network Thailand (SANT)! The universities representatives also shared information about their respective universities, including courses available, entry requirements, scholarship opportunities and accommodation. The evening concluded with networking and discussions of what to expect from student life in Sweden! At the OCSC International Education Expo 2023 last weekend, numerous students and visitors were enthusiastic to delve deeper into the prospects of studying in Sweden and explore the distinctive features of Swedish education. The atmosphere was buzzing with curiosity as attendees engaged in meaningful dialogues and gained valuable insights into the educational practices of Sweden. The students were very excited to talk to the universities represented at the Expo to gain a better understanding of program structures and the opportunities available through studying in Sweden. At both events, students were interested in scholarship opportunities, program offerings, and the overall quality of life in Sweden. Additionally, many were keen to learn about the work opportunities in Sweden post-graduation. We would like to thank Chalmers University of Technology , KTH Royal Institute of Technology , Uppsala University , Study in Sweden and the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok for their outstanding representation of Swedish Education at the networking event and the OCSC International Education Expo ! If you could not attend the Swedish Education and Career Days programme and are interested in learning more about Swedish Education, please visit: https://www.swedish-education.com/ or DM. Previous Next

Last Thursday, 2 November, the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce Thailand (JFCCT) hosted the Joint Embassies and Chambers Networking Event 2023 at the Amari Bangkok.  < Back JFCCT Networking 2023 8 Nov 2023 Last Thursday, 2 November, the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce Thailand (JFCCT) hosted the Joint Embassies and Chambers Networking Event 2023 at the Amari Bangkok. This event was all about connecting the foreign business community, heads of foreign missions and embassy staff, and the local Thai business community. The event provided an opportunity for all participants to learn and share perspectives and experience through discussion in a relaxing setting. The event began with welcoming remarks by Mrs. Vibeke Lyssand Leirvag, Chairwoman of the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT), followed by a Keynote Speech by Mr Phairush Burapachaisri, Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand. After the Keynote Speech, an Ambassadors and chamber Presidents Group photo session was held, and then the event ended with an open networking session. We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to Mrs. Vibeke Lyssand Leirvag and the JFCCT for organising this wonderful event! Previous Next

The article ‘Presidents on the move’ by Christer Nilsson from STEP highlights the distinct perspectives of former SweCham presidents Khun Anders Lundquist and Khun Rolf Granstrom. < Back Reflecting on Progress: Insights from SweCham's Past and Present Leaders in STEP Magazine 15 Aug 2024 ‘Presidents on the move’ by Christer Nilsson from STEP Magazine Vol. 3/No. 17, December 1994 Anders Lundquist has been the Chamber's President from its founding in 1990. Now he has left the post. He feels that a small Chamber like Sweden's really can make a difference in the competitive Thai market, fighting for attention with Americans and Japanese. But he asks the members to use their Board more actively. And he would not mind to see the Chamber take on external assignments. What has the Chamber achieved during its short existence? "We have grown from a small to a middle-sized Chamber with, what I trust a good reputation here. The Thai government has recognized our existence and its representatives like to hear our view in important issues," says Anders Lundquist. "However, in key issues things doesn't happen overnight," adds Anders Lundquist, "so in that respect one may feel we have not achieved very much as yet." In such matters, where big issues are discussed with the Government, the Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand work together. "And sometimes this produces rapid results. Like when we got rid of the tax clearance certificate rule. We in the Foreign Chambers met with Anand Panyarachun during his first term as Prime Minister. He wanted to hear our views on business and we boiled down our long, long list of construvtive ideas. One request was: Get rid of the ridiculous rule that says we need a tax clearance certificate every time we leave Thailand!" Anand listened and promised to do something about it. Two weeks later the rule was scrapped. And from a practical point of view, what has the Chamber done for its members? "We have strengthened our service with information and assistance to newcomers in Thailand. They need advice on how to set up business here, where to get an accountant, meet a bank, which people to contact and so on. It is important that they are right on track from the very beginning." But Anders Lundquist feels that more can be done in this field. First by the members themselves: "Use our Board more! We have a very competent and experienced Board, with representatives from all fields of business and they are happy to serve you. Don't hesitate to call them when you need business advice.” Secondly the Chamber could do more by offering more: "We have an excellent dialogue and good cooperation with the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok. Still, I wonder whether not the time is ripe now to let the Chamber take on assignments from members and Swedish companies interested in this market." The 50 somewhat Swedish companies here represent a good local knowledge base for such ventures. Many of those companies came here during Anders Lundquist's Presidency. "And they have three things in common. First: they view Thailand as the gateway to 'Mainland Asean' including Indochina and Burma. Second: They invest in human resources and hardware. 18 Swedish companies in Thailand are in manufacturing. Third: They position themselves towards Indochina. We have 20 Swedish companies in Vietnam now and some of them began their Vietnam business through Thailand, like ABB and SKF to mention two of the most well-known." Will Sweden's EU-membership have any impact on Thai-Swedish trade? "Not directly. It will of course mean that Thailand will have more confidence in Sweden than had we stayed outside the EU. Then Sweden must follow EU's quota system, but the Thais have always been able to solve quota problems in a practical way. I don't think we will have a problem there." And more generally speaking? "Sweden in EU will mean that we get more influence and can participate in the EU process. And our government can more easily impose unpopular measures to restructure Sweden's economy, simply because EU will demand certain things to be done." This in turn means that foreign investors can trust Sweden. "Foreign business can have confidence in Sweden now. The EU-membership should increase foreign investment in Sweden, which is quite competitive now, maybe also from Thailand where we have companies and people with a lot of investment capital." Thai interest in Sweden has also been created through the Chamber's various functions. Like the luncheons and dinners and our fact-finding missions. "We may not have had that many functions. But those we have had have been quality events with excellent and influential speakers: leading politicians, economists and businessmen," says Anders Lundquist. "And we were the first Chamber to ever send a trade mission to Vietnam. This and our trips to Kambodja, Laos and Kunming in southern China has given us important firsthand knowledge, high-level contacts and added prestige to our Chamber." "We have got a new Board of Governors. Its made up of professionals representing the best from the business community in Thailand. It's important to have them here and I look forward to get contributions, ideas and feedback from new and old Board members," says Rolf Granstrom. He asks all members to get more active and to really use the various committees in the Board. "We produce results by being active and I want to see an inflow of ideas from the committees and our members." Some of the Chamber's functions are open to all interested parties, and that message has not reached people, believes Rolf Granstrom. "Our luncheons and dinners are open to all. Not just to Chamber members," emphasises Rolf Granstrom. "There are some misunderstandings here and that's a pity given the very good speakers we have at our functions." "Maybe we have an 'image problem' in that the Chamber is not as visible and known in Bangkok as we would like. We have to find some way to rectify that," continues Rolf Granstrom. One way to get more attention and publicity in town is to create more joint arrangements between the Scandinavian Chambers, the Scandinavian Society, our Embassy and the Swedish Church, believes Rolf Granstrom. I would also like to see our Embassy work even harder to get more high-ranking politicians and officials to visit Thailand. Thai will help Sweden get the attention the country so will deserves. And such visits are definitely good for business as well." What is your opinion on a 'Scandinavian Chamber of Commerce"? "On the administrative level it's good that we share facilities and bring down the costs. And this works fine. But I think each Chamber should be on its own and represent its country when it comes to business. It's more likely that we will see a EU Chamber here some time, rather than a Scandinavian one. " And the Chamber's role, should it for instance take on market consultancy assignments? "We have never done it as far as I know. Traditionally the Embassy has taken the paid external assignments while the Chamber has worked for the members only. Anyway, I would like to avoid a situation where we compete directly with our Embassy." Previous Next

We were delighted to welcome Candela at the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce office for a dynamic and forward-thinking meeting. < Back A Truly Inspiring Meeting with Candela! 27 Nov 2024 We were delighted to welcome Candela at the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce office for a dynamic and forward-thinking meeting. With Candela leading the way in sustainable marine technology, the discussions were genuinely inspiring and motivating. A special thank you to the Candela team for their visit and for sharing their innovative vision with us. We’re excited about the possibilities this collaboration could bring in 2025—stay tuned for updates that will make waves! Previous Next

On 12 December, SweCham Executive Director, Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, engaged in insightful discussions on the robust collaboration between Thai and Swedish universities. < Back Supporting Partnerships between Thai and Swedish Universities 15 Dec 2023 On 12 December, SweCham Executive Director, Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, engaged in insightful discussions on the robust collaboration between Thai and Swedish universities. The meeting with Dr. Duangamol N. Tungasmita and Dr. Sukkaneste Tungasmita (Linköping University alumnus) of Chulalongkorn University, and Prof. Joseph Samec of Stockholm University unveiled a remarkable journey in sustainable and green technology research since 2015, supported by the STINT scholarship. SweCham actively champions such partnerships, playing a pivotal role in bridging academia and industry for impactful collaborations. Need support in fostering Thai-Swedish partnerships? Get in touch with us at contact@swecham.com ! Previous Next

SweCham team was delighted to support the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok at their Pre-Departure event for Thai students at the Ambassador’s Residence. < Back Pre-departure Event for Students Going to Sweden at the Ambassador’s Residence 30 May 2023 The SweCham team was delighted to support the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok at their Pre-Departure event for Thai students at the Ambassador’s Residence on Thursday, 4 May 2023. It was a pleasure to witness the enthusiasm and excitement of over 30 Thai students who have been accepted into Swedish universities. SweCham assisted in facilitating networking opportunities, connecting the students with Swedish alumni and Embassy staff, enabling them to gather valuable insights and advice. We are committed to supporting these students on their educational journeys and fostering strong Thai-Swedish connections. Throughout the event, the students were treated to a delightful array of Swedish treats, which gave them a glimpse into the rich culinary culture of Sweden. SweCham recognized the importance of immersing the students in the Swedish experience, giving them a taste of what awaits them in their new home. The event was filled with congratulations and well-wishes for the students’ future endeavours. We are confident that these talented Thai students will thrive in their studies and make significant contributions to their respective fields. SweCham remains dedicated to nurturing a strong alumni network and fostering lasting connections between Thai and Swedish educational institutions. We are excited about the prospect of these students becoming part of our growing network, which will open doors to opportunities, collaboration, and lifelong friendships. We believe that their experiences in Sweden will shape their futures positively, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements as they progress in their educational and professional paths. SweCham is committed to supporting and empowering Thai students, and we wish them the very best as they embark on this transformative journey. Previous Next

On Friday, 17 January 2025, Khun Peter Bjork, the President of Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, and Khun Anna Olsson-Moore, the Executive Director, were warmly welcomed at the AMATA Castle, Amata City Chonburi Industrial Estate in Choburi.  < Back SweCham Celebrating AMATA's 50 Years and Mr. Vikrom Kromadit's 72nd Birthday 17 Jan 2025 On Friday, 17 January 2025, Khun Peter Bjork, the President of Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, and Khun Anna Olsson-Moore, the Executive Director, were warmly welcomed at the AMATA Castle, Amata City Chonburi Industrial Estate in Choburi. As AMATA celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, we extend our sincerest congratulations on this remarkable achievement. We also join in celebrating Mr. Vikrom Kromadit's 72nd birthday, wishing him continued good health, happiness, and success in all his endeavors. We wish AMATA continued success and innovation as a leading force in industrial development, fostering strong partnerships and contributing significantly to the Thai economy. Previous Next

On 1 June 2025, SweCham was truly honored to join the #BangkokPride 2025 alongside the Embassy of Sweden and Business Sweden from the National Stadium to Central World! < Back Proudly Together: SweCham and Team Sweden Celebrate Diversity at Bangkok Pride 2025 1 Jun 2025 On 1 June 2025, SweCham was truly honored to join the Bangkok Pride Parade 2025 alongside the Embassy of Sweden and Business Sweden from the National Stadium to Central World! This year's inspiring theme, "Born This Way," beautifully reminds us that everyone is valuable and deserves respect. SweCham, together with TeamSweden, proudly shares in the cherished moments from this memorable celebration in Thailand. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive society where everyone feels seen, valued, and respected. This commitment is a core part of the shared agenda between SweCham and Sweden, as we consistently strive to champion diversity, equality, and human rights for all. Most importantly, a huge shout out to all the staff, volunteers, security, cleaning officers, and every person who jointly created such a wonderful parade. Your dedication and hard work made this vibrant celebration possible and truly memorable for everyone involved. Together, we move forward towards a brighter, more accepting future. Previous Next

We were delighted to welcome the ASSA ABLOY Team to the SweCham Office yesterday. '   We would like to warmly welcome the new Director and General Manager, Thailand, Khun Moritz Arndt, Marketing and Product Manager, Khun Kanokwan Kitrungpaiboon, Product and Marketing Director, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions SEA, Khun Leon Flores III, and Human Resources Director, SEA Emerging Market, Khun Melanie D. Villena.  < Back Unlocking Exciting Discussions with ASSA ABLOY 31 Jan 2024 We were delighted to welcome the ASSA ABLOY Team to the SweCham Office yesterday. ' We would like to warmly welcome the new Director and General Manager, Thailand, Khun Moritz Arndt, Marketing and Product Manager, Khun Kanokwan Kitrungpaiboon, Product and Marketing Director, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions SEA, Khun Leon Flores III, and Human Resources Director, SEA Emerging Market, Khun Melanie D. Villena. We enjoyed learning more about the ASSA ABBLOY business in Thailand and engaged in fruitful discussions on potential future collaborations. ASSA ABLOY is a Swedish company and a global leader in access solutions, focusing on creating a safer world through their innovative security solutions. The essence of ASSA ABLOY’s offering is the feeling of safety and security. In Thailand, the principal ASSA ABLOY brand is Yale, which is one of their 190 different brands globally. Once again, big thanks to the ASSA ABLOY Team for visiting us! We look forward to the prospects of collaborating. Previous Next

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