JFCCT Affiliated Program – World Bank Group Annual Meeting 2026 : Real-Economy Dialogue on Competitiveness,Growth, Resilience and Reform

 

JFCCT Affiliated Program - World Bank Group Annual Meeting 2026 : Real-Economy Dialogue on Competitiveness,Growth, Resilience and Reform

The Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT) is pleased to present the JFCCT Affiliated Program - World Bank Group Annual Meeting 2026, bringing together senior government representatives, international organisations, business leaders and private-sector stakeholders for a practical dialogue on Thailand’s economic competitiveness, growth, resilience and reform.

The event will provide a ground-up perspective from the real economy, exploring how companies are contributing to Thailand’s development, where businesses are succeeding, and which structural challenges continue to limit competitiveness and investment.

EVENT DETAIL:

DATE: 14th  October 2026

TIME: 14:00 - 19:30 hrs.

VENUE: Grand Ballroom, 4th Floor, Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok

 This high-level dialogue will bring together government representatives, international investors, and business leaders to explore:

  • Thailand’s competitiveness and growth opportunities
  • Building resilient local supply chains
  • Real-world business success stories, challenges, and opportunities
  • Digitalisation, AI, sustainability, and investment
  • Insights from the World Bank on Thailand’s economic future

Why attend? Gain practical insights, connect with influential business leaders, and contribute to meaningful discussions on Thailand’s future economic direction.

👉 Scan the QR code in the attached invitation to register. Or Click the registration link here: https://forms.fillout.com/t/5ppqUjzKU1us

We would greatly appreciate it if you could kindly circulate this invitation to your respective members and networks who may be interested in participating.

Event Programme

13:00 – 14:00

Registration & Welcome

14:00 – 14:10

Opening Remarks

Mrs. Vibeke Lyssand Leirvåg
Chairwoman, Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT)

14:10 – 14:30

Keynote Address

Dr. Kirida Bhaopichitr
Vice Minister of Commerce

14:30 – 14:55

Building Thailand’s Future Today

World Bank Perspective
Key findings and global perspectives on Thailand’s competitiveness, growth and future development.

14:55 – 15:20

Learning from Japan’s Long-Term Investment in Thailand

Mrs. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul
President, Toshiba Thailand Co., Ltd.

What Thailand can learn from Japanese long-term investment: investing, localising, developing suppliers, transferring capabilities, building people, and becoming part of Thailand rather than simply producing in Thailand.

15:20 – 15:50

Break-out Circles

Three parallel discussions exploring practical challenges, successes and opportunities from the JFCCT business community.

Break-out Circle 1: Digitalisation, AI and the Thai Digital Economy
Three CXOs from the JFCCT network share real cases from different sectors, including successes, challenges and opportunities.

Break-out Circle 2: Navigating Risk and Seizing Opportunities
Sustainability, resilience, future-fit business and green competitiveness.

Break-out Circle 3: Investment, OECD, Integrity and Good Governance
Investment climate, OECD accession, integrity, good government and the rule of law.

15:50 – 16:30

Integration Session

Led by Prof. Dr. Pavida Pananond

Connecting the insights from the three break-out circles and adding a regional perspective, including Thailand’s role in facilitating trade with ASEAN and strengthening connections with external trade and investment across sectors and infrastructure.

16:30 – 17:00

Closing Remarks

Mrs. Vibeke Lyssand Leirvåg
Chairwoman, JFCCT

17:00 – 17:30

Networking Reception

Drinks & Canapés

 

Participation Fees

  • JFCCT Members: THB 1,200/person
  • Non-Members: THB 1,500/person

All fees are subject to applicable VAT.

Sponsorship Opportunities

This event also offers an excellent platform for companies to showcase their brands, strengthen business visibility, and connect with international investors, government representatives, and influential business leaders.

Companies interested in sponsorship or partnership opportunities are warmly invited to contact the JFCCT office at info@jfcct.org Cc: jfcctinfo@gmail.com for further details.

 

Please find the sponsorship package attached for your consideration, or click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NbbsCuxFIDgzdgUBtaz6dukb_YRHsM-4/view?usp=sharing

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact:
JFCCT Office
Email: info@jfcct.org