Liam Bodin

Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber was formed in 1989 and after more than 25 years of existence has established itself firmly in the international business community in Thailand. With over 120 Members, it has a good foundation for its activities. Through an active Chamber Program Committee, we secure interesting guest speakers from the top of Thai administration and political life. Also foreign guest speakers give our Members a constant update on current issues, local as well as global. The Chamber provides regular opportunities for Members to meet and network through a variety of functions and activities. The Chamber Board of Directors is composed of a president, three vice presidents, committee members responsible for membership relations, the program committee, foreign chamber and government relations, legal affairs, media and treasury. An executive director and three staff at the Chamber office administer the Chamber. The Chamber conducts an essential role in the Thai Swedish business and through its membership of the joint foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand, it identifies businessmen's problems and opportunities, seeking support in Thai Government policies to address these issues. This includes interaction with for example the Board of Trade, Thai Customs Department, Immigration and Revenue Departments, Board of Investments etc. giving access to top officials in the Thai administration including the Prime Minister.