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< Back SweCham Business Connect with the National Board of Trade Sweden, Tuesday 27 May 2025 On Tuesday, 27 May, 2025, the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) was delighted to host the 3rd edition of SweCham Business Connect at the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok. This special occasion provided an excellent opportunity to welcome Mr. Anders Ahnlid, Director-General of the National Board of Trade Sweden, and his team. They were able to connect with our vibrant SweCham Community in Thailand. As the Swedish governmental agency responsible for foreign trade, the Internal Market, and trade policy, the National Board of Trade Sweden (Kommerskollegium) plays a vital role in promoting open and free trade with transparent rules. They provide the Swedish Government with independent analysis, reports, and policy recommendations, while also considering the perspectives of businesses of all sizes in international trade policy. We extend our sincere gratitude to the 12 supporting chambers for fostering an inclusive community and promoting international trade together. A heartfelt appreciation also goes to our esteemed hotel member, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok , for providing such a stylish venue and warm hospitality. Finally, we express our deepest thanks to all the guests who attended and actively contributed to the resounding success of this memorable event. We sincerely hope the evening was both enjoyable and fruitful for everyone! Click here for the Photo Book! Explore SweCham Social Media Platforms Previous Next

[Member Promo] Here are the health tips from BNH Hospital for ensuring your safety during the three days of fun-filled water-revelries Songkran. < Back Super Safe Songkran with BNH Hospital 8 Apr 2024 Thai New Year’s festival, Songkran, is coming with the expected number of international tourists at 510,000 people. Here are the health tips for ensuring your safety during the three days of fun-filled water-revelries Songkran. ✅ Avoid heatstroke by wearing loose-fitting, lightweight clothing and drinking a lot of water (stay hydrated) ✅ Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet as well as apply sunscreen with high SPF to protect your skin before going outdoors ✅ Keep your food hygiene behaviours to avoid all kinds of Gastrointestinal Diseases, such as diarrhoea, stomach upset, etc. ✅ Slipping or fainting isn’t a friend, and so do the incidents. Be careful while having fun in the water fight ✅ ‘Drink Don’t Drive’ as well as always fastening your seat belt while in a car or wearing a high-quality helmet while operating or riding a motorcycle ✅ Be ready for emergencies and self-safety by getting noticed at the nearest hospital or first-aid station before having fun 🏥 The BNH hospital’s Emergency Room is open 24/7 with fully equipped ambulances and emergency doctor call-out service. ☎️ BNH Direct Emergency Number: 02 632 1000 🌐 Visit BNH hospital’s website at www.bnhhospital.com Previous Next

< Back Business Speed Matching and Welcome Back Networking Cocktail 2023, 26 September 2023 Together, we empower local businesses to discover their ideal partnerships! The Business Speed Matching and Welcome Back Networking Cocktail 2023, organised on Tuesday, 26 September 2023, by the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC), Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce (STCC), and Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham), at Shangri-La Bangkok was a resounding success. It was truly inspiring to witness a diverse group of representatives from various companies within the foreign chambers of commerce community in Thailand coming together for meaningful discussions and networking. The event was further enhanced by the valuable insights shared by Jean Sol-Macher, the Economic Counsellor, during the networking cocktail session, which added depth to our gathering. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our main sponsors, including BECIS, Charoen Decor International, L'Oréal, Dextra Group, and Samitivej Hospital, whose generous support made this event possible. Additionally, special thanks to our lucky draw prize sponsors, including Blue Elephant, Asian Tigers, and L'Oreal, who added excitement to the evening. Big round of applause to the FTCC Team for driving the event! To explore more photos from the event, please visit https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjAWhuw . To explore more events from SweCham, please visit www.swecham.com/all-events . Previous Next

Come savor cherished memories with this holiday-time family feast, alongside our brimming buffet featuring authentic flavors of Mexico at Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok! < Back Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at MEXICANO! 21 Nov 2024 Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at MEXICANO The MEXICANO Thanksgiving dinner experience starts off with a main dish of Whole Roast Turkey plus all the trimmings, prepared à la minute. Kindly note our limit of 1 serving per guest, please. Still hungry? Step up to the price-included All-You-Can-Eat MEXICANO Buffet where highlights Turkey Roulade with Festive Garnish; Slow-Cooked Pear Salad ; Pan-Seared Duck Breast with Orange Wine Reduction and Brussels Sprout Salad and many more await. The Buffet dessert selection features Thanksgiving-traditional Sticky Sauce Pecan Pie and house-creation Coffee Cheesecake with Caramel Popcorn; French classic Peach Melba, plus Blueberry Panna Cotta and assorted tropical fresh fruit platter. Date: 28 November, 2024 Time: 6:00 – 10:30 PM Price: THB 1,099++ / person Venue: Mexicano Restaurante Autentico (4th floor) Free flow beverages package, add: THB 888++ / person (incl. Cocktails / Mocktails, Singha Beer, House Spirits. See full menu) Book Early and Save! Enjoy a 10% Off early-bird discount, when you book by 22 November Take-Home Thanksgiving Dinner and Dessert Planning a traditional at-home Thanksgiving celebration? Let Rembrandt do the cooking and get your Take-Home Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings from MEXICANO! Order a WHOLE ROASTED TURKEY at THB 5,999NET and you’ll get a fully-cooked U.S.-import whole-bird, 4-5 kg. net weight, or get a HONEY GLAZED HAM delivered to your home,1 kg. net weight THB 1,199. Trimmings (sides) include Herbs & Wild Mushrooms Roulade Stuffing; Holiday-style Roasted Vegetable Casserole; Sautéed French Beans and Bacon, along with prepared, festive-assortment vegetables; Cranberry Sauce; Giblet Sauce and Turkey Jus. Have a slice of home-style tradition with TAKE-HOME THANKSGIVING DESSERTS from MEXICANO. Relax, don’t bake—let's bring the holiday sweet home ! Choose from whole HOLIDAY-SPICE PUMPKIN PIE or STICKY-SAUCE PECAN PIE, just THB 699 per pie. Both varieties serve 6 persons. Don’t mind if you do? Only pre-paid orders are accepted. Please order by 26 November 2024. You can pick up your order at Red Pepper Restaurant, 1st floor. For more details or any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to: Tel: 02 261 7100 Website: https://mexicanobkk.com Email:       mexicano@rembrandthotelbangkok.com               Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mexicanobkk    Previous Next

On 28 May 2024, the SweCham Team continued our Member Visit of 2024 and this time, we were thrilled to visit our member, Securitas Thailand, at their office.  We were especially delighted to meet their new Country President, Mr Arnaud Ducrot. < Back SweCham Team continues our Member Visit in 2024 at Securitas Thailand 31 May 2024 On 28 May 2024, the SweCham Team continued our Member Visit of 2024 and this time, we were thrilled to visit our member, Securitas Thailand, at their office. We were especially delighted to meet their new Country President, Mr Arnaud Ducrot. The visit provided a great opportunity to discuss our ongoing partnership with Securitas Thailand and gain insights into their priorities for the coming years. We also took this opportunity to introduce SweCham to Khun Arnaud, sharing an overview of SweCham’s current initiatives, activities, and projects. In addition, we explored potential areas for collaboration between our organisations, aiming to build a stronger partnership in the future. The SweCham team is excited about the prospect of developing new opportunities and strengthening our partnership with Securitas Thailand! About Securitas Thailand Securitas's reputation as a knowledge leader in the security industry is well-deserved. Their security solutions are designed to optimise efficiency, resulting in significant time and cost savings for their clients. Being safe is one of Securitas's most basic fundamental needs. Securitas Thailand’s business is solely security. As other security companies in Thailand continue to venture out into other markets, Securitas will remain exclusively focused on what Securitas does best: Security. They are prepared to meet your security needs, the business they know best, to ensure you can carry on with the business you know best. To discover more about Securitas Thailand, please visit www.securitas.co.th/about-us/securitas-thailand/ To explore membership opportunities from SweCham, please visit www.swecham.com/become-our-member-1 Previous Next

SweCham, in partnership with Norcham and the TFCC, hosted the JFCCT Presidents' Council Luncheon at The Rembrandt Hotel & Suites Bangkok on 21 February 2024.  We would like to extend big thanks to the embassy representatives, Miika Tomi, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Finland, Eirik Wold Sanda, First Secretary, Embassy of Norway and Mrs. Anna Jakenberg Brinck, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Sweden. < Back JFCCT Presidents’ Council Meeting hosted by the Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish Chambers of Commerce! 22 Feb 2024 SweCham, in partnership with Norcham and the TFCC, hosted the JFCCT Presidents' Council Luncheon at The Rembrandt Hotel & Suites Bangkok on 21 February 2024. We would like to extend big thanks to the embassy representatives, Miika Tomi, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Finland, Eirik Wold Sanda, First Secretary, Embassy of Norway and Mrs. Anna Jakenberg Brinck, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Sweden. The meeting was chaired by Ms. Vibeke Lyssand Liervag, JFCCT Chairperson, Dr. Supareak Charlie Chomchan and Mr. Ravi Sehgal, JFCCT Vice Chairs. TFCC was represented by President Mr. Antti Aromäki and Executive Director Mr. Teuvo Tuomi, Norcham was represented by President Mr. Axel Blom and Executive Director Yanin Srathongnoi and SweCham was represented by President Mr. Peter Björk and Executive Director Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen. They discussed various important topics and activities, focusing on further cooperation, with updates and presentations on current focuses by each of the JFCCT committees. On this occasion, the JFCCT is very pleased to welcome new member, the Hungarian-Thai Chamber of Commerce –big warm welcome to the JFCCT Community! To learn more about the work of the JFCCT, please visit: https://www.jfcct.org/ Previous Next

A couple of weeks ago, SweCham announced that we would be auctioning items no longer needed in our office at the SweCham Auction. < Back SweCham Advisor, Khun Anders Frummerin, Takes the Win at SweCham Auction! 16 Sept 2024 A couple of weeks ago, SweCham announced that we would be auctioning items no longer needed in our office at the SweCham Auction. Among the many items available for bidding was an unused Volvo golf cart bag, in excellent, brand-new condition. We are delighted to reveal that SweCham Advisor, Khun Anders Frummerin, is the winning bidder of the Volvo golf cart bag. When Khun Anders came by the SweCham office to collect his prize, it also served as the perfect opportunity to showcase our new office. Thank you to Volvo Group for sponsoring the golf cart bag! 🏌️⛳️ Previous Next

Nist International school Corporate member Education and University Member Profile NIST International School, founded in 1992, cultivates global citizens through a holistic education that blends the International Baccalaureate curriculum with service learning, outdoor expeditions, and diverse extracurricular activities. Embracing a vibrant, multicultural environment with over 93 nationalities, NIST emphasises intercultural understanding, exemplified by its unique Global Citizen Diploma. Students engage in impactful community projects, develop critical thinking and leadership skills, and achieve exceptional IB Diploma results, evidenced by the high IB scores and numerous university acceptances. As a not-for-profit institution, NIST reinvests in its facilities, including new state-of-the-art buildings, ensuring a dynamic and sustainable learning environment that empowers students to thrive globally. Visit the official website here Representatives Representative (1): Dr James Dalziel Position: Head of School Representative (2): Yvonne Trisynthia Position: Director of Engagement Contacts are available for members only. Please kindly contact contact@swecham.com should you would be interested on joining our member community! Back to Member Directory

On 27 May 2024, SweCham Executive Director Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen visited Axis Communications at their office for a fruitful discussion, aiming to explore our future collaborations.  We would also like to thank Khun Lee Oh Tee (Director, Strategic Growth Initiative South Asia Pacific), Khun Suphawaporn Siriudomdetku (National Sales Manager), and Khun Pikunkaew Pornpratan (Account Manager Thailand) for their warm welcome to the Axis Communications office. < Back Thank you for showcasing the security technologies from Axis Communications 31 May 2024 On 27 May 2024, SweCham Executive Director Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen visited Axis Communications at their office for a fruitful discussion, aiming to explore our future collaborations. We would also like to thank Khun Lee Oh Tee (Director, Strategic Growth Initiative South Asia Pacific), Khun Suphawaporn Siriudomdetku (National Sales Manager), and Khun Pikunkaew Pornpratan (Account Manager Thailand) for their warm welcome to the Axis Communications office. As the industry leader in video surveillance, Axis Communications develops and supplies innovative network solutions that enhance security and business performance. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Lund, Sweden, Axis Communications employs around 4,000 people across more than 50 countries. In partnership with thousands of technology and system integration partners, Axis is dedicated to creating a smarter and safer world. During this visit, we exchanged information on our current initiatives and plans for 2024. Dr Pojanath also shared our work at SweCham, covering our advocacy work, member initiatives, projects, and upcoming events. The discussion also led us to look at potential opportunities for future collaboration between our organisations. We look forward to developing new opportunities and partnerships with Axis Communications in the future! Interested in learning more about Axis Communications? The Axis Experience Centre in Bangkok offers a unique opportunity to explore how these innovations are shaping the future. By visiting them, you can enjoy hands-on experiences with network video, gain behind-the-scenes access, and receive expert insights into industry trends. To learn more about Axis Communications or book a visit, please visit www.axis.com/experience-center/bangkok Previous Next

Suranaree University of Technology (SUT) presented at THE Digital Universities Asia 2023 event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. < Back SUT Joins THE Digital Universities Asia 2023 by Times Higher Education 30 May 2023 On 9 May 2023, Dr. Sorachai Kamollimsakul, the Director of the Center for Educational Innovation and Technology at Suranaree University of Technology (SUT), represented the university at THE Digital Universities Asia 2023 event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The panel session titled ‘HyFlex education in VUCA world’ discussed the challenges of higher education in the face of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) in the world. Dr. Sorachai was one of the panellists, along with representatives from other universities. They discussed lessons learned from VUCA, the benefits of Hybrid Flexible (HyFlex) transformation in improving student learning, the integration of HyFlex approaches into institutional policy, and the risks and challenges associated with HyFlex education. Dr. Sorachai shared SUT’s experience in adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic by implementing HyFlex learning through their digital platform called XLANE, which offers a variety of micro-credential modular courses. These courses provide flexible, adaptive, and responsive learning experiences to prepare students for a VUCA world. Upon completion, learners receive digital certificates or badges with credits that can be applied towards a degree in the future. Photo credit: Suranaree University of Technology Source: http://cia.sut.ac.th/sut-joins-as-panelist-in-the-digital-universities-asia-2023-by-times-higher-education/ Previous Next

< Back SweCham Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024, 21 March 2024 On 21 March, SweCham held our Annual General Meeting (AGM) followed by networking drinks and a delicious dinner. At the AGM, we presented SweCham’s activities over the past year, including a recap of projects and a financial update, followed by the election of board governors. A big congratulation to Mr. Peter Björk who was re-elected for his fifth term as President by the SweCham Board! The evening continued with a post-meeting dinner. We were honoured to have been joined by Khun Anoma Vongyai, Director of Europe Market Division Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), who shared with us updates on the current tourism situation in Thailand and the new strategies to attract quality tourists to Thailand, to promote and support the Thai economy. The new TAT policies focus on eco-friendly tourism and more high-end tourists, aiming to raise the revenue from tourism, based on quality and value! We would like to extend our warm thanks to Khun Anoma Vongyai for the interesting presentation that generated many questions from the floor and a very dynamic discussion. Guests enjoyed a delicious three-course dinner accompanied by exquisite wine, and we would like to give big thanks to our Event Partner the Rembrandt Hotel and Suites for their warm hospitality and excellent facilities. We also wish to thank the deputy head of mission, Mrs. Anna Jakenberg Brinck , Embassy of Sweden to Thailand , for her participation and support of the Thai-Swedish business community. Last but not least, SweCham would like to thank our members and friends who joined us and took part in our AGM and dinner. We are most grateful for your continuous support in our mission to promote and advocate for Swedish business interests in Thailand. Click here for the Full Photo Book! Previous Next