Government Affairs Council: November 2024 Video Conference

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The Government Affairs Council will convene virtually on November 13. The meeting agenda will be updated closer to the meeting date.
 
All AMCHAM members are welcome to attend the Government Affairs Council meetings to stay abreast of the policy priorities that AMCHAM advocates for on behalf of members. Advance registration is necessary.
Membership in the AMCHAM Thailand Government Affairs Council is open to managers of government relations and public affairs of AMCHAM Thailand member companies.

Agenda for GAC Meeting (November 13, 2024)

1. Important Development 
   1. AMCHAM Advocacy Papers
      1. Draft White Paper on Digital Economy Development
      2. Draft Aerospace’s White Paper
      3. SBE’s White Paper on Strengthening Thailand's Economic Backbone: SME
      4. Recommendation Letter on Non-tax Incentives for GMT Implementation
      5. Recommendation on Global Minimum Tax Implementation in Thailand
      6. Draft Five to Thrive 2025
   2. Draft Amendment of Factory Act
2. Government Engagement 
   1. October 17 - AGM & Member Luncheon ft. Dr. Supavud Saicheua - U.S. Election and Its Implication to Thai Economy (Jen)
3. Council Matters 
4. Upcoming Engagements with the Government (Jen)   
   1. Dec 9, Member Luncheon with the Prime Minister
   2. Dec 13, Roundtable Meeting with Ministry of Commerce.
5. Other Matters
   1. News
      1. Deputy Finance Minister Updates Policy on Key Excisable Products, Including Sodium and Fat Taxes
      2. Cabinet Approves New Employee Welfare Fund Contributions Starting October 2025 to Enhance Job Security and Financial Support

 
To continue to receive updates on our advocacy meetings and activities, or to request to join the Council, please contact Jen@amchamthailand.com.