Message From Chamber – August 2024
Dear AustCham Members, Greetings from AustCham Thailand! August has been a vibrant and full-on month for AustCham, from strategic appointments to networking events and charitable efforts. Your enthusiasm and engagements across these events are a true testament to the strength and dynamism of our community. Here’s some highlights for the month! We are thrilled with […]
Message From Chamber – July 2024
Dear AustCham Members, July was an incredible month for AustCham, filled with engaging events and meaningful interactions that highlighted the vibrancy of our community. Sundowners at Hyatt Regency Bangkok SukhumvitOur Sundowners event at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit was a remarkable success, with over 220 attendees enjoying the stunning rooftop views of Bangkok. We were […]
Thailand Criminal Court’s New Technology Crime Division to Enhance Website Blocking
The landscape of intellectual property (IP) has transformed alongside advancements in technology, transitioning from traditional methods to modern online approaches. A growing number of IP infringers are moving their illegal activities to the online sphere, particularly through the sale of counterfeit goods on their websites, social media, or e-commerce platforms. In response to these shifting […]
Thailand Regulates Cash-on-Delivery Logistics Services
On July 3, 2024, the Committee on Contracts of Thailand’s Consumer Protection Board announced the Notification re: Stipulation of Cash-on-Delivery (COD) Logistics Services as a Controlled-Receipt Business under the Consumer Protection Act B.E. 2522 (1979). The notification regulates businesses “providing goods transportation services that collect cash on delivery,” which refers to business operators responsible for […]
Message From Chamber – August 2023
“Dear AustCham Members, I am extremely proud to have been elected on to the Australian – Thai Chamber of Commerce (Austcham) Board in 2023 and then to have been appointed as the Treasurer. I recognize the importance of this role in ensuring integrity, transparency, and trust in relation to the management of the finances for […]
How an Increased Focus on Sustainability is Shaping the Real Estate Sector
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) has become a significant factor in the real estate sector, with stakeholders and investors increasingly prioritising sustainable practices. Governments are implementing energy efficiency standards, but many real estate leaders are unsure about their reporting obligations. Investors as well as tenants also contribute to the demand for sustainable buildings. Energy-efficient properties are expected […]
Message From Chamber – July 2023
“Dear AustCham Members, It is with honour that I can continue to be part of the AustCham Board and now in my sixth year of service. This with the added privilege as a Vice President, with Matthew Cutts now taking over the role as Treasurer. The 2023 Board of Directors is developing as an exciting, […]
Message From Chamber – July 2022
“Dear Austcham members, I am happy to update the members on what is happening at AustCham, as having now served for my 5th year as a Director on the AustCham Board with the last 2 years as Treasurer. As part of my role on the board my primary focus is to represent the Manufacturing sector. The […]
Thailand Holds Firm on its Status as a Transparent Real Estate Market
Transparency gains make Asia Pacific real estate more attractive to investors, says JLL Bangkok / 1 July 2022 – Thailand has held its rankings as the 10th and 3rd most transparent real estate market in Asia Pacific and Southeast Asia respectively, according to JLL and LaSalle Investment Management’s Global Real Estate Transparency Index. The country’s […]
APAC payroll newsletter 2022 Vol. 2
Many companies are attracting a borderless workforce and expanding operations into new countries. It is clear that APAC is particularly inviting to multinational corporations seeking expansion. With APAC expansion comes the need for an APAC payroll. Getting a widespread workforce paid correctly, on time, and in the right currency is a big challenge faced by […]
