Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand

06/10/2026

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡, 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦

JFCCT invites you to join our Real-Economy Dialogue on 14 October 2026, an Official Affiliated Program of the World Bank Group Annual Meetings 2026.

The dialogue will bring together international business leaders, investors, the World Bank Group and research organisations to discuss Thailand’s competitiveness, growth opportunities, resilience and reform, including digitalisation & AI, sustainability, investment and good governance.

📅 14 October 2026 | 14:00–19:30 hrs. (Registration from 13:00)
📍 Grand Ballroom, 4th Floor, Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok

Register here: https://forms.fillout.com/t/5ppqUjzKU1us

✅𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒅? Meet leaders from Thailand’s international business community and delegates visiting Bangkok from around the world. Hear firsthand how businesses are contributing to Thailand’s economic future, understand the challenges they face, and explore opportunities for investment and collaboration in Thailand and the wider region.

25/09/2026

On 23 September 2026, the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT) was pleased to participate in an open and constructive consultative dialogue with the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), together with the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) and the Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT). The dialogue brought together representatives from government, the Thai and foreign business communities, civil society and international partners.

Thailand’s OECD accession journey is much more than a technical process. It is an opportunity to strengthen the country’s competitiveness, credibility, transparency and long-term investment environment.

For the foreign business community, this journey also means turning dialogue into practical action — strengthening transparency, building trust, providing companies and SMEs with practical tools, and fostering a business environment where responsible businesses can compete fairly.

As Thailand has now entered the technical phase of its OECD accession journey, collaboration across sectors is more important than ever.

JFCCT remains committed to being an active partner in this process — connecting stakeholders, facilitating constructive dialogue and supporting practical reforms that can create lasting value for Thailand, its people and its business community.

Connect. Collaborate. Build Trust. Take Action.

25/09/2026

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡, 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦

On 14 October, JFCCT’s Real-Economy Dialogue on Competitiveness, Growth, Resilience and Reform will connect visiting international delegates with JFCCT members and its wider network. It is an Official Affiliated Program of the World Bank Group Annual Meetings 2026.

📊Bringing together perspectives from international business, finance and investment, the World Bank Group, and research organisations, the dialogue will explore:
• What is working and where companies are succeeding in Thailand
• What is holding back progress
• Where opportunities for investment and collaboration exist
• What could support future growth

✅𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒅? Meet leaders from Thailand’s international business community and delegates visiting Bangkok from around the world. Hear firsthand how businesses are contributing to Thailand’s economic future, understand the challenges they face, and explore opportunities for investment and collaboration in Thailand and the wider region.

The programme includes keynotes, a CEO Industry Panel, three Fishbowl Breakout Sessions, and a Regional Perspectives Session. Discussions will cover digitalisation and AI; sustainability, resilience and green competitiveness; and investment and good governance.

📅 14 October 2026 | 14:00–19:30 (Registration starts 13:00 hrs.)
📍 Grand Ballroom, 4th Floor, Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok

Interested in attending? Contact the JFCCT office at [email protected], cc [email protected], or register here: . https://forms.fillout.com/t/5ppqUjzKU1us

11/09/2026

05/09/2026

It is with profound sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Graham Macdonald MBE, a highly respected business leader, former President of the JFCCT family, and a valued member of our JFCCT alumni community.

Over many decades, Graham dedicated his time, experience and leadership to strengthening the foreign business community and its engagement with Thailand.

His leadership within the Chamber community was remarkable. Graham served as Chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce Thailand (BCCT) and as President of the South African/Thai Chamber of Commerce (SATCC). In doing so, he made history as the first person to lead two foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand concurrently — reflecting the trust placed in him and his deep commitment to our business community.

Graham was also a former Director of the Board of Trade of Thailand, further demonstrating his long-standing contribution to strengthening relations between Thailand and the foreign business community.

Beyond the positions he held, Graham will be remembered for his leadership, friendship, commitment and willingness to contribute. His dedication and contribution will be remembered with the highest respect and gratitude.

On behalf of JFCCT and our member Chambers, we extend our heartfelt and deepest condolences to Graham’s family and loved ones. Our thoughts are with them during this very difficult time. 🙏

For your kind attention, please find below the funeral arrangements:

Wat Khao Khanthamat, Sala 2, Sattahip, Chon Buri (วัดเขาคันธมาทน์)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/dv14hbA4iXqwPZ8u8

• Bathing rites: Saturday, 5 September 2026 at 4.00 pm
• Funeral prayers: 5–9 September 2026 at 7.30 pm
• Cremation ceremony: Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 3.30 pm

Graham’s contribution to JFCCT, the Chamber community and Thailand will not be forgotten. May he rest in peace. 🙏

28/08/2026

JFCCT extends its deepest condolences to the Royal Family and the people of Norway on the passing of His Majesty King Harald V.

For more than three decades, King Harald V served Norway with unwavering dedication, warmth and wisdom. His ability to unite people and his commitment to an inclusive society will remain an enduring part of his legacy.

As Norway mourns, we join in honouring a remarkable life of service and leadership.

Our thoughts and deepest sympathy are with Her Majesty the Queen Sonja, the Royal Family and the people of Norway.

May His Majesty King Harald V rest in peace🖤

18/08/2026

On 17 August 2026, the Hungarian-Thai Chamber of Commerce graciously hosted the JFCCT Presidents’ Council Meeting No. 7/2026 at the Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok.

We had the honour of welcoming Her Excellency Ms. Szilvia Szalóki, Ambassador of Hungary to Thailand, who delivered a keynote address highlighting the importance of Hungarian-Thai trade and diplomatic relations.

Our sincere appreciation goes to Ms. Pojjana Paniangvait, President of the Hungarian-Thai Chamber of Commerce, and her team for their seamless organisation and warm hospitality. Special thanks also go to the Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok for providing an exceptional venue and outstanding catering, both of which contributed to a highly productive and collaborative gathering.

At JFCCT, our mission is clear: to promote trade and foreign investment, and encourage skills development and transfer, all with the mutual goal of contributing to the Thai economy. JFCCT and Chambers members collaborate closely with the Thai government, various government agencies, as well as the private sector.

We look forward to welcoming the Presidents again at the next JFCCT Presidents’ Council Meeting in September 2026.

18/08/2026

𝐉𝐅𝐂𝐂𝐓 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬
𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐚–𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞 (𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐂𝐂)
By Kathleen Pokrud

Indonesia celebrates its National Day on 17 August, a moment that this year coincided with heightened diplomatic momentum between Thailand and Indonesia. Earlier this month, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul paid an official visit to Jakarta, where the two ASEAN founding nations reaffirmed their commitment to deeper cooperation. Following the elevation of bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership in 2025, both sides signed the Roadmap on Strategic Partnership 2026–2030 during the leaders’ consultation in Jakarta in August 2026.

Against this backdrop of strengthened regional collaboration, JFCCT spoke with Hardy Chandra, Chairman of the Indonesia-Thai Chamber of Commerce - INTCC, to learn how the Chamber is advancing economic cooperation and business connectivity between the two nations.

Chairman Hardy co‑founded INTCC in 2013 and was elected Chairman in 2025. With over two decades of entrepreneurial experience, he has spent 19 years living and working in Thailand. He shared, “Currently, I serve in multiple executive capacities, including Managing Director at Silk Road Hub Co., Ltd., as well as Advisor to PT. Catur Utama Anggada Nusantara, Betagro PLC, and Giffarine. I am deeply passionate about cross-border trade, market entry strategies, and business matching across Asia, particularly between Thailand and Indonesia. Since 2025, I have also served as Secretary General for the Asian Trade, Tourism and Economics Council (ATTEC).” His background reflects a career dedicated to cross‑border trade, market entry strategies, and regional business networks.

INTCC’s diverse membership mirrors the evolving economic landscape between Indonesia and Thailand. Chairman Hardy explained, “Our network encompasses a broad spectrum of company sizes, from agile SMEs to established multinational corporations. Our members drive growth across a wide array of industries, notably manufacturing, agriculture, technology, trading, energy, and professional wellness services. Furthermore, we are seeing accelerating interest in emerging sectors such as the halal industry, sustainable fisheries, and tourism.” These sectors highlight rising opportunities in manufacturing, agriculture, technology, and the expanding halal economy.

Marking 75 years of diplomatic relations, the August 2026 meeting between Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and President Prabowo Subianto formalized the Indonesia–Thailand Strategic Partnership Roadmap (2026–2030). The roadmap outlines ambitions to achieve USD 20 billion in bilateral trade by 2030; strengthening resource and food security through agricultural commerce, including rice, meat, and urea fertilizers; and reinforcing ASEAN centrality and regional stability.” Chairman Hardy emphasized that translating these state-level goals into practical outcomes requires active participation from chambers of commerce and private enterprises. Organizations like INTCC are positioned to scale investments in high‑potential sectors such as F&B, specialty coffee supply chains, and the halal industry, ensuring that macro‑level policy becomes tangible business opportunity.

Since assuming the chairmanship in 2025, Chairman Hardy has focused on solidifying INTCC as a leading platform for business growth and cross‑border collaboration. “We are deeply committed to enhancing trade and investment, providing strategic access, and building vibrant business networks.” He attributed INTCC’s success to the dedication of its members and the strong support from both governments and their embassies. “Another key factor is our focus on creating tangible value through exclusive events, comprehensive resources, and expert advice. We do not just organize meetings; we facilitate genuine connections. Our commitment to knowledge sharing and business advocacy ensures that we always act proactively in the best interests of our members.”

Chairman Hardy concluded with optimism about the future of bilateral cooperation. “As the Indonesia‑Thai Chamber of Commerce (INTCC), we believe we are entering a new era of Thailand–Indonesia relations where supporting each other and collaborating as a united community will drive economic prosperity for both our great nations.”