Agenda
Agenda
Join us for two days of presentations, panel discussions, and exclusive networking nights all centered on economic connectivity within ASEAN. With representatives from Cambodia and officials from the EU and the ASEAN Secretariat, the forum will be a chance to learn about investment opportunities and understand the opportunities and challenges facing further integration within the region.
During the first half-day session, EuroCham will release its highly anticipated White Book 2024 and 2023 Business Confidence Survey. Both documents help to create a full picture of Cambodia's business landscape, with the White Book offering policy recommendations for 13 key sectors and the survey providing a snapshot of the country's business climate.
The morning session will conclude with presentations on Cambodia's investment outlook and the EU's perspective on trade with Cambodia.
Location: Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra - Google Maps
8:00am - 9:00am
9:00am - 9:40am
Mr. Tassilo Brinzer, EuroCham Chairman
Neak Oknha Kith Meng, President of Cambodia Chamber of Commerce and Co-chair of ASEAN Business Advisory Council
Mr. Bryan Fornari, Head of Cooperation, European Union Delegation to Cambodia
H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economy and Finance
9:40am - 9:55am
A first look at our all-new live White Book platform, an innovation that offers constant updates on the most important advocacy issues facing Cambodia — Mr. Martin Brisson, EuroCham Executive Director
9:55am - 10:10am
EuroCham White Book 2024 Handover Ceremony & Photos
A special moment -- the official handover of the 2023 White Book to the Cambodian Government
Mr. Tassilo Brinzer, EuroCham Chairman
H.E. Dr. Aun Pornmoniroth, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economy and Finance
10:10am - 11:00am
EuroCham White Book 2024: Cross-sectoral recommendations
Findings of the FDI survey & Business Confidence Survey presentation— Mr. Martin Brisson, EuroCham Executive Director
Introduction to the recommendations on:
Tax and investment — Mr. Chum Socheat, Tax Committee Chairman
Transport, customs and logistics — Mr. Suy Bunthan, Transport, Customs & Logistics Committee Chairman
Trade policy — Mr. Matthew Pocock, Services Department Coordinator
Digital and Technology — Mr. Tomas Pokorny, Digital & Technology Committee Chairman
Green Business — Dr. Sajith Edirisuriya, Green Business Committee Chairman
11:00am - 11:20am
Cambodia’s Long-term Investment Support, Goals & Strategy
Find out where Cambodia is headed as it approaches graduation from LDC status. What are the key targeted sectors for investment and where will the money come from?
H.E. Nut-Un Voanra, Deputy Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Board
11:20am - 11:40am
EU Update on Trade and Investment Policy with Cambodia
How does the EU view Cambodia as a trading partner? Find out how the EU approaches trade policy and where opportunities may lie in the near future — Mr. Petros Sourmelis, Head of Trade & Economic Section, EU Delegation in Thailand
Connectivity & Growth in the Mekong Region within ASEAN
The afternoon forum will cover a variety of topics with detailed presentations from regional business leaders. Topics covered include: The digital economy and cross-border payments; regional supply chain and infrastructure issues; and techniques to better connect ASEAN economies.
Lunch will served from 12:00 - 1:30pm at La Coupole in Sofitel.
1:30pm - 2:00pm
Opening of the Forum
Mr. Tassilo Brinzer, EuroCham Chairman
H.E. Mrs. Cham Nimul, Cambodia Minister of Commerce
2:00pm - 2:20pm
ASEAN Integration: State of Play
Keynote presentation
Mr. Ahmad Zafarullah Abdul Jalil, ASEAN Integration Monitoring Directorate director
2:20pm - 2:40pm
The EU's Global Gateway Strategy
Keynote Presentation + Q&A
Mr. Bryan Fornari, Head of Cooperation, European Union Delegation to Cambodia
2:40pm-3:20pm
ASEAN & Europe: How to Develop Strategic Partnerships
Panel Discussion
Mr. Chris Humphrey, EU – ABC Executive Director (moderator)
Mr. Petros Sourmelis, Head of Trade & Economic Section, EU Delegation in Thailand
Mr. Ahmad Zafarullah Abdul Jalil, ASEAN Integration Monitoring Directorate director
H.E Mr. Rath Saravuth, Secretary of State, Ministry of Commerce
3:20pm -3:50pm
Photo/Coffee Break
3:50pm - 4:20pm
Mekong Infrastructure & Logistical Hub Development
State of Play for Cambodia's infrastructure integration within the region— Mr. Brian Eyler, Senior Fellow and Director, Energy, Water, and Sustainability, Southeast Asia, Stimson Institute
4:20pm - 5:00pm
Strategies to Improve Regional Connectivity
Panel Discussion
Mr. Chris Humphrey, EU – ABC Executive Director (moderator)
Mr. Tassilo Brinzer, EuroCham Chairman
Mr. Marko Walde, Chief Representative of the AHK in Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, & Laos
Mr. Carsten Schwenke, Regional Director of Rhenus Logistics
5:00-5:15pm
Closing Session
Mr. Cyril Girot, EuroCham Vice-Chairman
5:45pm
Transfer by bus to GIA Tower 18th floor
6:00pm-onwards
Networking
An exclusive premium networking opportunity to mingle with top-level VIPs, executives, and leaders while enjoying some of the city's finest cuisine and drinks
LOCATION: 18th Floor, GIA Tower, Koh Pich (Diamond Island): Transportation from Sofitel at 5:45
Day two will be hosted at Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh - Google Maps
8:30am - 9:00am
Registration
9:00am - 9:10am
Opening Session
Mr. Tassilo Brinzer, EuroCham Chairman
9:10am - 9:20am
MOU signing ceremony between AHK Vietnam & EuroCham Cambodia
Mr. Tassilo Brinzer, EuroCham Chairman
Mr. Marko Walde, Chief Representative of the AHK in Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, & Laos
9:20am - 9:40am
Connecting the Dots: The Future of Payments Across Borders
Keynote Presentation
H.E Kimty Kormoly, Director General of Central Banking, National Bank of Cambodia
9:40am - 10:10am
Navigating the Digital Borders- Unleashing Business Potential in the Mekong region
Panel Presentation
Mr. Sven Callebaut, Trade Policy Advisor (moderator)
Mr. Tomas Pokorny, EuroCham Cambodia Digital & Technology Committee Chairman
Mr. Ouk Sarat, Director of Payment System, National Bank of Cambodia
Mr. Char Sopheap, Senior Vice-President & Head of Product Development Division, ACLEDA Bank
10:10am - 10:30am
Doing Business in Cambodia: Essential insights before expanding your business in the Kingdom
Mr. Etienne Kettenmeyer, EuroCham Board member, Executive Director, DFDL
10:30am - 10:40am
Closing Remarks
Ms. Julie Kéo, EuroCham Board member, Consultant and Business Development Director, DFDL
10:40am - 11:15am
Coffee Break
11:15am - 11:45am
Multi-sector opportunity outlooks & success stories
Breakout rooms with local business people offering their success stories in Cambodia
Quick presentations on where and how to find business opportunities in Cambodia
Room 1: Transport & Logistics — Mr. Matthew Owen, EuroCham Cambodia Transport & Logistics Committee Vice-Chairman
Room 2: Agriculture — Mr Eugene Kraamwinkel, EuroCham Cambodia Agri-Business Committee Chairman
Room 3: Digital & Technology — Mr. Tomas Pokorny, EuroCham Cambodia Digital & Technology Committee Chairman
11:45am - 12:00pm
Coffee Break
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Multi-sector opportunity outlooks & success stories (continued)
Room 1: Tourism — Mr. Pierre-André Romano, EuroCham Cambodia Tourism & Hospitality Committee Vice-Chairman
Room 2: Garment Manufacturing— Mrs. Sara Monti, Senior Responsible Business Hub Coordinator
Room 3: Construction — Mr. Ross Wheble, EuroCham Cambodia Real Estate & Construction Committee Vice-Chairman
and Mr. Michel Cassagnes, EuroCham Cambodia Real Estate & Construction Committee Chairman
12:30pm - onwards
B2B meetings -or- a Tour of Phnom Penh!
Connect with businesses you may be able to partner with, or join us for a tour of Phnom Penh, Cambodia's charming and vibrant capital city
More details coming soon!