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Discover SweCham's impactful first half of 2025: 54 activities, 1244 participants, and key achievements in business and cultural networking. See what's next! < Back SweCham 2025 Mid-Year Recap: 54 Events, Business Growth & Future Opportunities in Thailand 26 Jun 2025 We've officially reached the halfway point of 2025, and what an incredible journey it has been for SweCham! We're immensely proud of the vibrant community we've fostered and the numerous inspiring connections we've made. This past half-year has been nothing short of magical, thanks to the incredible engagement from our members, partners, and the wider business community. By the Numbers: A Half-Year of Impact SweCham Half Year Overview 2025 Our commitment to fostering strong business and cultural ties has translated into some truly impressive figures: 54 activities in the first half of 2025 alone! 14 SweCham Networking, Member Engage series, and Business & Cultural Celebrations that brought people together. We generated a remarkable 1,244 participating traffic in total. Our focus on 4 major pillars —Talks and Forums, Webinars, and Business and Cultural Networking—has ensured diverse and valuable content. We're grateful for the support of 28 engaging sponsors, speakers, and supporters who made these events possible. Our collaborative spirit led to 40 joint events with other chambers and organizations, amplifying our reach and impact. A massive thank you to everyone who has contributed to building such a dynamic and motivated meeting point. Your participation and support are what make SweCham thrive! Highlights from Our First Half of 2025 This year has been packed with a diverse range of events, from insightful business discussions to vibrant cultural celebrations. Here are just a few of the highlights: SweCham Business Connect and Forum: January 23: SweCham Business Connect with Jönköping University , University West, and University of Skovde . February 14: Participated in the JFCCT Prime Minister's Address Luncheon 2025 , with generous support from Ericsson , Saab , and Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand. February 20: SweCham Business Connect, addressed critical environmental concerns at our Air Pollution , powered by Vent Pro. March 5: Celebrated International Women's Day at a joint event with FTCC , with in-kind sponsorship from FOREO. March 20: Annual General Meeting and networking session with Kim Alan Edwards from the World Bank. April 30: Celebrated Valborg/Walpurgis with a Multi-Chambers Business Networking event , powered by Black Mountain Golf Club Hua Hin and in-kind sponsor Spacecraft . May 27: Our May Business Connect featured insights from the National Board of Trade Sweden (Kommerskollegium) . May 29: The 8th edition of the Sustainability for Business Forum (SBF) 2025 , proudly sponsored by Gold sponsors Candela and Sentinel Solution (Thailand) , and Silver sponsor AFRY . SweCham Engages: March 8: An exclusive workshop with FOREO . March 5-11: A fantastic IKEA X SweCham Swedish Week collaboration with Electrolux , Fitness24Seven , The Three by TPV , and Fysik . May 20: Provided valuable insights with Fundamental AI Training with System in Motion . May 21: Our Member Open House with The Three by TPV. Webinars & Collaborations: March 5: The APAC SwedCham Webinar on Sweden's Export Credit System Explained , detailing how SEK and EKN can boost business growth in Asia. April 30: An insightful APAC SwedChams and NordChams Webinar on US Tariffs and Implications on Global Supply Chain . Cultural Celebrations: June 7: A joyful Midsummer and National Day Celebration , with in-kind sponsors Montage Andaman Gourmet Salt , Urbanflowers , and The Three by TPV . You can find more detailed recaps of these events on our website: SweCham Event Recap And discover what our amazing members have been up to here: SweCham Member Updates Spoil Alert: The Next Six Months Are Packed with Opportunities! As we look ahead, get ready for even more inspiring and insightful sessions. The second half of 2025 promises to be equally dynamic, filled with fresh opportunities for learning, networking, and growth. We're already lining up exciting events that you won't want to miss! Stay tuned and follow us on social media to ensure you don't miss any updates: SweCham Social Media Platforms Contact us on contact@swecham.com should there are any further queries, suggestions, or action our team could do to support you and our community! Previous Next

Please join us in welcoming Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST)! ! < Back SweCham is thrilled to welcome our newest Large Corporate member, Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST)! 15 Jan 2025 SweCham community warmly welcome our latest Large Corporate member, Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST) Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST) is a leading provider of innovative and comprehensive warehouse solutions. As part of the globally trusted Toyota Material Handling Group, they specialize in delivering world-class products and services designed to optimize efficiency, safety, and sustainability in material handling operations. By integrating Toyota's renowned production principles with local market expertise, TMHWST empowers businesses with sustainable, innovative, and tailored material handling solutions. A very warm welcome to the representative of Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST), Mr. Jamekorn Phuaksuwan (Managing Director) and Mr. Supoj Tangpakdee (Sales & Marketing Director). As the leading country committed to fostering a sustainability, innovation, and solutions for a collective and inclusive business future, SweCham is thrilled to drive our partnerships and mutual success with our members! To learn more, please visit their website: https://www.toyotawarehousesolutions.co.th Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at director@swecham.com Previous Next

Students from NIST have been recognised for their innovative solution at the 2022 Diamond Challenge < Back NIST International School Students Win Global Awards 22 Mar 2023 We would like to offer big congratulations to the students from NIST International School in Bangkok who have been recognised for their innovative solution at the 2022 Diamond Challenge, a global entrepreneurship competition for high school students. The team, led by Mix, Setsiri Chaiyosburana, was awarded ‘The Global Innovation Prize,’ one of the only two such prizes awarded to the 700 teams from 37 countries and 28 states who competed in the competition. The team presented NANO-L, an anti-pathogenic coating that incorporates silver nanoparticles to effectively eliminate pathogens. What sets NANO-L apart from other anti-pathogenic coatings is the environmentally friendly production process it employs. Sugarcane leaves are used to create silver nanoparticles, which were inspired by Setsiri Chaiyosburana's trips to visit his grandparents in Kanchanaburi, where he witnessed sugarcane fields emitting plumes of black smoke during the burning season. NANO-L's remarkable achievements go beyond the Diamond Challenge Global Innovation Prize, as it also received acclaim in other international competitions such as the iCAN competition in Canada, and the WICO and Inventions Geneva competitions. Setsiri hopes that the accolades they have received will inspire more opportunities for Thai youth inventors to showcase their practical and innovative ideas. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/pr/2527654/nist-international-school-students-win-global-awards Previous Next

On 22 August, SweCham team members attended an anti-corruption event hosted by the Office of Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission, also known as PACC.  The focus was on the public service centre for investors and foreigners.   Secretary General of PACC Bhumivisan Kasemsook introduced several issues and goals.  Raising Thailand’s CPI Score, he emphasised the need to elevate Thailand’s Corruption Perception Index (CPI) score and that the PACC is committed to having a reliable Complaint Centre to improve foreign investors’ confidence by providing a dependable avenue for lodging complaints.  < Back SweCham Attended the PACC 2023: Public Relations Project on the Public Service Center for Investors and Foreigners 22 Aug 2023 On 22 August, SweCham team members attended an anti-corruption event hosted by the Office of Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission, also known as PACC. The focus was on the public service centre for investors and foreigners. Secretary General of PACC Bhumivisan Kasemsook introduced several issues and goals. Raising Thailand’s CPI Score, he emphasised the need to elevate Thailand’s Corruption Perception Index (CPI) score and that the PACC is committed to having a reliable Complaint Centre to improve foreign investors’ confidence by providing a dependable avenue for lodging complaints. The Secretary-General shed light on a harrowing case involving a businessman who was extorted for multi-million Baht bribes to resolve his tax issues. Following a sting operation, the corrupt official was arrested and found to have amassed assets from illicit activities. The panel discussion comprised leaders from the Thailand Chamber of Commerce, the Strategic Transformation Office, and the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority. They discussed: Three Key Points: Inconvenience, lack of transparency and uncertainty. Legal Reforms: The need for urgent law reform was highlighted, along with focusing on ease of doing business. Public and Private Sector Involvement: Both sectors were encouraged to collaborate in the fight against corruption. The panel discussion highlighted a few different Transparency Initiatives: Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA): The BMA uses this website, traffy.in.th , to facilitate complaints ranging from corruption to noise. ISO 37001: Implementation of an anti-bribery management system. The Final Takeaways of the seminar are, Individual Responsibility: ‘Silence lets corruption grow; see something, say something!’. Continuity: Anti-corruption efforts must continue irrespective of who is in the government. Whistleblower Protection: Safeguarding whistleblowers and encouraging reporting are crucial steps. If you have been affected by corruption, please get in touch with PACC on Hotline: 1206#9 and Email investor.center@pacc.go.th Previous Next

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (SweCham) promotes Swedish business interests, offers networking events, and supports trade and investment between Sweden and Thailand. The Story About SweCham The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) was inaugurated in 1989 by Their Majesties HM King Carl XVI Gustaf and HM Queen Silvia of Sweden, and has 35 years since its existence, established itself firmly within the Thai-Swedish and international business community in Thailand. Today, the SweCham has members ranging from well-known multinational companies to small start-ups and local companies, making the Chamber an important trade association representing a range of businesses in Thailand. SINCE 1989 The Chamber conducts an essential role in the Thai-Swedish business community and continuously works to identify business- and trade problems and opportunities. As such, the Chamber provides regular business opportunities for its members through a variety of functions and activities, and it continuously seeks to develop these activities to empower the growing Swedish business community. SweCham is working closely with other trade associations and organisations, providing a united voice to advocate for the interests of its members and to improve the business climate in Thailand. This includes interaction with for example the Board of Trade, Thai Customs Department, Immigration and Revenue Departments, the Board of Investment etc. facilitating access to top officials in the Thai administration. Photo credit: Bangkok Post Photo credit: Bangkok Post Photo credit: Bangkok Post 1/2 1/6 OBJECTIVES The Chamber is a member-driven, non-profit, non-governmental organisation offering support and assistance to Swedish and Swedish-related companies and individuals in Thailand. The SweCham is dedicated to: The promotion, advancement and protection of its members’ business interests; Enhancing the commercial relations between Sweden and Thailand, and Improving the business climate in Thailand through seeking affiliation with appropriate bodies in Thailand. WHAT WE DO 01 MEMBER-DRIVEN The promotion, advancement and protection of its members’ business interests 02 ADVOCACY Improving the business climate in Thailand through seeking affiliation with appropriate bodies in Thailand. 03 TRADE PROMOTION Enhancing the commercial relations between Sweden and Thailand

Yesterday afternoon, SweCham had the privilege of being part of the grand opening of Securitas Thailand's combined Head Office and Operations Centre. < Back An Afternoon of Celebration at Securitas Thailand's Grand Opening 2 Nov 2023 Yesterday afternoon, SweCham had the privilege of being part of the grand opening of Securitas Thailand 's combined Head Office and Operations Centre. It was a momentous occasion, marked by a warm atmosphere and a spirit of unity. 🎊 The afternoon kicked off with a heartfelt inauguration ceremony, graced by the esteemed Swedish Ambassador to Thailand, H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren, and the President of the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Peter Björk. Together, we celebrated this significant milestone in Securitas Thailand's journey. SweCham Executive Director Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen proudly joined the President in representing SweCham in offering our warmest congratulations to Mr. Daniel Hotlsjo, Country President of Securitas Thailand. One of the highlights of the afternoon was the delightful 'fika' coffee break, a cherished Swedish tradition. Guests and the dedicated Securitas staff indulged in the flavours of Sweden, savouring cinnamon rolls, vanilla buns, and chocolate balls with coffee. This cultural exchange added a touch of sweetness to the occasion, symbolising the harmonious blend of Swedish and Thai traditions. ☕️🍩 A heartfelt thank you to Securitas Thailand for the warm welcome and, again, big congratulations on this remarkable achievement! 🏢✨ Here's to a future filled with fruitful partnerships and shared successes. 🌍🤝 🔹 About Securitas Thailand 🔹 Securitas Thailand specialises solely in security services, serving a diverse range of customers across various industries. Their protective services, developed collaboratively with clients, seamlessly integrate advanced technology. While manned guarding remains fundamental to Securitas, their continuous innovation ensures they meet customer-specific demands at a competitive price. To learn more about Securitas, please visit: www.securitas.co.th Previous Next

Hybrid Workspace is Now on Your Doorstep in Bangkok < Back Regus/IWG Workspace is Now on Your Doorstep in Bangkok 22 May 2023 Save up to THB 20,000* At Regus and across the IWG Network. With 34 locations across Bangkok, including multiple new openings, a more productive way of working has never been closer. Book now and save THB 20,000 **T&Cs apply Hybrid workspace. Better for people, the planet, productivity … and your business. It’s our mission to help millions of people find the best way of working possible. And that’s why we built the world’s largest workspace network. With over a million offices, coworking spaces and meeting rooms to choose from – and a presence in every corner of the world. Because we want you to enjoy a great day at work. And a better life. Redeem the offer here Talk to us: 020 21 0550 Email us: redeem@regus.com Booking: Download our app and book your nearest location App Store Google Play Thank you for choosing Regus. Previous Next

Khun Pimmada Watworapong (Ant) has recently join the SweCham team as the Media and Communication Intern. < Back A Warm Welcome to Our Newest Member to the SweCham! 23 Apr 2025 Khun Pimmada Watworapong (Ant) has recently join the SweCham team as the Media and Communication Intern. Khun Ant is a third-year student at Mahidol University International College, majoring in Media and Communication with a concentration in Integrated Media Communication. She’s also interested in strategic communication, event management, and digital media. During her internship at SweCham, Khun Ant will serve as the Media and Communications and Event Support Intern. She is motivated to explore the experience of assisting Swedish business sectors and other organisations that align with Sweden’s values of sustainability, innovation, and ethical growth. She eagers to gain deeper insight into Swedish culture and business models. Ant perceives this internship as an opportunity to enhance her understanding of international business dynamic particularly how communication strategies support sustainable development and global partnerships. Please join us in warmly welcoming Ant to the SweCham family! Previous Next

To keep you updated with Thailand's economy, a summary of the World Bank's Thailand Monthly Economic Monitor, May 2023 has been prepared for you. < Back World Bank: Thailand Monthly Economic Monitor 31 May 2023 World Bank: Thailand Monthly Economic Monitor summary The economy is moderately expanding as consumption grows with support from the recovering tourism and labour market. In contrast, manufacturing production and exported goods were in decline due to the decline in external demand. Tourism has picked up from the previous months with a higher number of Chinese visitors and tour groups. There is also an increase in visitors from India, ASEAN, and Europe. Exported goods in March 2023 had the lowest rate compared to the other months of the year, but Thailand is still performing reasonably well compared to the neighbouring countries in Asia. Inflation rate decreases due to wide-range price reductions with lower core and raw food inflation. On the other hand, the energy price inflation increases. As a result of the decline in global oil prices, the government imposes caps on energy prices to alleviate inflation. Fiscal deficit decreases but as the government introduces the cost-of-living support measure, the deficit will remain high. Measures such as electricity price caps would require government subsidies from the central budget. The government also impose a tax cut on diesel to help with the increasing oil price. The government suggested four measures for tax reform: 1) reviewing tax structure; 2) adjusting the system with digital economy; 3) tax reduction for the environmentally friendly activities, and 4) fairer tax approach. These goals will accelerate fiscal consolidation under the medium-term budgetary plan. Thai Baht appreciates in line with the Nominal Effective Exchange Rate as a result of the rise in account surplus. The causes of the surplus were reduction in oil imports and an increase in tourism in the past months. Read the full report at: https://documents1.worldbank.org/curated/en/099342405152332497/pdf/IDU05514ae50030b40460e0876c0ab303ab2f8e0.pdf Previous Next

We're thrilled to welcome our newest premium member, Phyathai Hospital < Back A Warm Welcome to the Trusted Healthcare Excellence for Expats in Thailand, Phyathai Hospital Group 31 Jul 2025 We're thrilled to welcome our newest premium member, Phyathai Hospital With more than 40 years of experience, Phyathai Hospital Group began its journey with the opening of its first hospital in Bangkok. Over the decades, the group has expanded its reach, now operating multiple facilities across Bangkok and other parts of Thailand. Known for its comprehensive medical services, advanced technology, and a commitment to compassionate care, these hospitals have become leaders in healthcare across the region. A very warm welcome to the representative of Phyathai Hospital, Khun Ratiwan Pinyojirakit (International Collaboration Marketing Division Manager), Khun Siriroj Rodchuer (International Collaboration Marketing Department Manager), and Khun Lalita Ranglamoon (Domestic Foreign Customer Department Manager). The SweCham community is delighted to welcome Phyathai Hospital Group. Their collaboration signifies a valuable addition to our network, enhancing access to trusted healthcare excellence for expats in Thailand. We look forward to a fruitful partnership that benefits our members and strengthens the overall well-being of the international community. To learn more, please click here! Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at director@swecham.com Previous Next

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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