The Thai Minister of Commerce, along with many government sectors, has
held an ASEAN fair and seminar under the theme of “Dynamism of Thai
Economy in the ASEAN Community”.
The fair consists of seven
zones, including the ASEAN Community Presentation, showcasing
exhibitions and all-round information on ASEAN; the ASEAN Pavilion,
introducing the uniqueness of each ASEAN member and its highlighted
products; the OTOP-select 2013 booths, selling food and crafts; the AEC
Business service zone; the ASEAN Industrial Cluster, and the main stage
for performances, which include fashion shows and demonstrations.
Interactive screens have been set up at the event to inform the public
of useful information about the ASEAN formation. ASEAN costumes are
also available for visitors to try on and have memorable photographs
taken.
Seminars on ASEAN and economic directions, especially
for industrial supply chains, are held daily at the event, with various
specialists and lecturers attending the forum. The purpose of the event
is to implement the cabinet’s policy assigning the Commerce Ministry to
be the Thai official AEC Coordinating Agency.
As the ASEAN
Community is set to be established in two years’ time, it is the
government’s duty to raise awareness of and enthusiasm for competition
in new markets and neighbouring countries.
The event is being
held at the Government Complex building on Chaeng wattana road in
Nonthaburi province, from October 28 until November 6.-VNA