Message From Chamber - October 2026

As we move towards the end of another busy year, it is encouraging to reflect on the engagement across the AustCham community over the past month. October demonstrated the strength and diversity of our membership, with events spanning human resources, hospitality, technology, sustainability, and business leadership. We saw strong participation at our AI-focused events, SME networking activities, and the opportunity to engage with senior Australian and Thai business leaders.

The Chamber's work continues to be guided by the objective of helping our members build meaningful connections, identify opportunities, and navigate an increasingly dynamic business environment. Whether through advocacy, thought leadership, networking, or practical business support, AustCham remains committed to strengthening commercial ties between Australia and Thailand.

Looking ahead, November promises to be equally active. Our Members Briefing, SME Coffee Morning, ESG Breakfast, and community ESG initiatives will provide more opportunities for members to exchange ideas, develop relationships, and contribute to broader business and community objectives. We are also pleased to be expanding our regional engagement through activities in Chiang Mai and continuing preparation for our End of Year Christmas Reception in December.

Tourism, sustainability, digital transformation, and investment remain key themes shaping Thailand's economic outlook. As businesses adapt to evolving market conditions, collaboration and effective engagement through organisations such as AustCham become increasingly important. We encourage all members to make the most of the Chamber's events and committees and to contribute their perspectives to our ongoing advocacy efforts.

On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank our members, sponsors, event partners, and the AustCham team for their continued support and commitment. Your engagement is what makes this community strong, and we look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.

AustCham activities and events held in October:

• 1 OCT - AustCham HR Breakfast Panel: Beyond Compliance
• 7 OCT - AustCham Exclusive Hotel Site Visit | Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel
• 7 OCT - October Sundowners
• 14 OCT – AustCham Fireside Chat with Australia’s Business Champion for Thailand at JLL Thailand Office (Peter Fox AM – Linfox) (Internal Event)
• 15 OCT - AustCham October SME Coffee Morning
• 20 OCT - AustCham Thailand From AI to Action 2026
• 21 OCT – ESB Roundtable Discussion with Australian Ambassador to Thailand at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G (Internal Event)
• 28 OCT – Sponsors/Business Cocktails Reception at Australian Ambassador’s Residence, Australian Embassy Bangkok (Internal Event)
• 30 OCT - Joint Chambers Phuket Sundowners 

Upcoming AustCham events in November and December:

• 4 NOV - AustCham Thailand November Members Briefing
• 4 NOV - November Sundowners
• 13 NOV - AustCham Thailand ESG Breakfast | Sustainability in Action
• 21-22 NOV - AustCham Thailand ESG Activity with English Teaching Program
• 27 NOV – AustCham Thailand Chiang Mai Members Briefing
• 27 NOV – Joint Chambers Chiang Mai Sundowners
• 2 DEC – AustCham End of Year Christmas Reception 

Regards,

Christopher Osborne

Director, Chair Professional Services Sub-Committee

Australian-Thai Chamber of Commerce