Thailand - Land of a thousand smiles and abundant business opportunities!

Make a date on 5 April 2004 to attend the Business Opportunities in Thailand Conference 2004 - brought to you jointly by DBS Enterprise Banking and the Royal Thai Embassy (Thai Trade Centre) in Singapore, with the support of International Enterprise Singapore.

Don't miss this great opportunity to :

• be updated on the investment regulations, legal and tax structure, and customs policies in Thailand
• be apprised of the latest incentives for foreign investors in Thailand
• meet prospective Thai business partners from five key industry clusters and view trade exhibits

Register before 15th March to enjoy early bird special.

Conference Objective

The conference aims to facilitate Singapore businesses in tapping business opportunities in Thailand, and in leveraging on business matching opportunities with Thai businesses and trade associations represented.

Details of Conference

Programme

Synopsis of presentation

1. Trade & business linkages
   The speaker will focus primarily on the export of "Made in Thailand" products and services and the areas in which Singapore businessmen can co-operate with their Thai counterparts.



2. Investment incentives, rules and regulations
   The official from the Board of Investment, Thailand, will share on the various incentive schemes offered to foreigners investing in Thailand. He will also talk about the key industries and industrial zones that offer special privileges to foreign investors. Participants will also be updated on the rules and regulations governing foreign investments.



3. Legal advice for foreign investors
   Issues such as business registration, taxes, work permit employment and labour laws will be addressed by the legal experts from Dej-Udom & Associates Ltd, one of Thailand's most prominent law firms.



4. Supporting Singapore businesses in Thailand
   Representative from DBS Thai Danu Bank will elaborate on how DBS can help Singapore businessmen set up their business and manufacturing operations in Thailand.

Delegation from Thailand

The conference will feature speakers from various Thai authorities such as Thailand's Department of Export Promotion and the Board of Investment.

Thailand's leading businesses and trade associations will also be present at the afternoon breakout industry clinics to share with participants the various business opportunities awaiting them. These include :

1. Mrs Yawadee Sintuprama, President, Thai Gifts and Premiums Association
2. Mr Komsarn Wijitwikrom, Chairman, The Bobae Garment Association & Bobae Export Service Centre
3. Mrs Monwipan Saneewang Na Ayudhaya, President, Thai Franchise Association
4. Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association
5. Abajour Company Limited (decorative products)
6. Dash International (Thailand) Co., Ltd ( watches, pens)
7. Banbun Trading Ltd ( fabric products, pillow, cushions and related handicrafts)
8. Precious Memory Co., Ltd (Polyresin decorative items)
9. Shellhut Co., Ltd ( gel candles, paper products, cards and decorative items)
10. Worldnet Supplies Co., Ltd (home textile)
11. V.S Craft Co., Ltd ( furniture in bronze and brass)
12. EMCA Co., Ltd ( natural dried flowers and pot-pourri)
13. DD Nature Craft Co., Ltd (paper, fabric and wood decorative products)
14. Wannaphan Trading Co., Ltd (Decorative products)
15. Universal Food Public Co., Ltd (canned fruit juices)
16. Noppawan Thai Dessert
17. Q Link Aircondition Service
18. Chok Dee Tim Sum
19. Don Wai Thai Dessert
20. Visahakij Choomchon Thai OPOT product
21. Smart Guy Male Underwear
22. Charm Centre Tailor Made Designer
23. Phan Thong Health Farming
24. Thai Elite Card Presentation

Breakout Industry Clinics

In each industry clinic, you will meet representatives from the various industry clusters with whom you can explore business opportunities. The Chairman or President of the respective association will also be on hand to address any of your concerns regarding that particular industry as well as linking you with Thai businesses not represented at the event.