Chulalongkorn University, Law Chula Festiasadmin

IAS Advisory helps support “Law Chula Fest 2024” by Chulalongkorn University

IAS Advisory was delighted to help support Chulalongkorn University‘s celebrated “Law Chula Fest 2024,” organised by students of the Faculty of Law.

“Law Chula Fest” takes place every academic year and aims to raise awareness, disseminate legal knowledge, and generate public engagement with the faculty. This year’s event, which took place on Saturday 26th October, saw more than 1,500 people participate.

The theme of Law Chula Fest 2024 was “Tomorrow Law” and activities included competitions, creative work contests, debates, exhibitions, mock court dramas (to help participants understand the Thai justice system), role-plays, and talk shows (discussing, among other things, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the future of legal practice).

There was also guidance and other simulated classroom activities to help show prospective students what studying at Chula’s prestigious Faculty of Law is like.

Assistant Professor Dr Pareena Srivanit, Dean of the Faculty of Law, presided over the opening ceremony and presented awards and certificates to the winners of each competition.

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Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, IAS Advisory, NIAiasadmin

Anuwat discusses “Foreign Laws Entrepreneurs Should Know” at NIA

IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul was honoured to give a lecture at the National Innovation Agency (NIA)’s recent seminar for entrepreneurs.

The NIA, a former government agency under the Ministry of Science & Technology, is a public organisation that promotes national innovation projects in Thailand. It also creates opportunities to access and utilise systems and infrastructure. The agency’s goal is to transform supply into value chains based on the country’s competitive advantages and on sustainable values.

Attendees of the event, which took place on Monday 21st October, were welcomed by Dr Surarat Supachaturat, the NIA’s Deputy Director for Economic & Social Affairs. Other speakers included Dr Sutthirak Duangburong, Senior Innovation Developer from the NIA’s Economic Innovation Division.

Anuwat was invited to address entrepreneurs and other innovators who are considering expanding operations and leveraging joint business overseas. His lecture focused on international laws and practices they should be aware of to help ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

Prior to venturing into foreign markets, entrepreneurs should consider: business formation, registration and licensing laws; foreign investment rules and regulations; contract law; taxation; and trade regulations and import/export controls. Also, laws related to dispute resolution and data privacy and personal data protection.

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IAS Advisory hosts new cohort of interns from Amnuay Silpa School

The firm was delighted to welcome more interns from Amnuay Silpa School (ANS) for Work Experience Week.

Secondary School Year 13 students and high-achievers Ms Anna Chanviriyawut, Mr Kornkrit Roeksutthiwiset, Mr Pongsapoch Ruenpakwut, and Mr Bhumphakorn Thamprapas joined the firm’s internship programme for the week beginning Monday 14th October.

Anna, Kornkrit, Pongsapoch, and Bhumphakorn were conscientious and hard-working. They demonstrated a great willingness to learn about the legal industry and develop new skills during their time with us, and proved to be first-rate ANS representatives.

ANS is a Bangkok-based co-educational private school that teaches kindergarten, primary and secondary levels. Founded in 1926, its distinguished alumni include six prime ministers of Thailand. ANS is the only English/Thai bilingual school in the country awarded CIS (Council of International Schools) accreditation.

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Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, National TViasadmin

MEDIA: Thailand to lift foreign condo ownership cap & extend lease terms

Home ownership is a dream for many Thai people. Yet, the number of mortgage applications being denied is rising steadily. The Thai government has announced stimulus measures to boost local people’s purchasing power but also to attract additional foreign investment into the country’s real estate sector. These measures include proposals to increase foreign ownership quotas for condominiums from 49% to 75% and extend land leasehold terms from 30-50 years to 99 years.

Concerns are being raised by local people about already soaring property prices and the impact on housing markets of foreigners using condos as buy-to-let investments.

But what form will the government’s proposed regulations actually take? How will the changes affect housing markets? How likely is it that homes will become unaffordable for local people? Are their concerns regarding foreign investment justified? What other regulations can be introduced to mitigate any adverse effects?

Join the discussion with IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul in an episode of the popular evening TV programme Home Economy, hosted by veteran news anchor, reporter and journalist Dr Wit Sittivaekin.

This episode premiered on Thursday 12th September 2024 on Thai PBS, Thailand’s public broadcasting service. Disclaimer: all content is owned by Thai PBS. Visit the Thai PBS website here:: https://www.thaipbs.or.th/home

Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, DITP, PDPA, TBALiasadmin

Anuwat gives “Personal Information Protection” address in Lao PDR

IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul was greatly honoured to give an address as part of the special seminar “Personal data privacy compliance when carrying out business in Lao PDR,” which took place on Thursday 26th September at DoubleTree by Hilton Vientiane in Lao PDR.

The event was organised by the Thai Business Association of Lao PDR (TBAL), Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), and the Royal Thai Embassy in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

Distinguished chairpersons of the seminar included H E Ms Morakot Sriswasdi (Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Lao PDR), Mr Kawin Viriyapanich (Minister-Counsellor (Commercial), Royal Thai Embassy, Vientiane, Lao PDR), and Mr Thamnong Pholthongmak (TBAL President).

In his address, Anuwat detailed how Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) is affecting the way Thai companies are doing business, its impact on international transactions, and how the PDPA applies when conducting business operations in Lao PDR.

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IAS Advisory key sponsor for prestigious “Thailand ADR Week 2024”

IAS Advisory was delighted to support “Thailand Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Week 2024,” which took place in the Grand Ballroom of the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel from 18th-20th September. Distinguished guests included Police Colonel Mr Tawee Sodsong, Thailand’s Justice Minister, and Ms Pongsawat Neelayothin, Permanent Secretary of Thailand’s Ministry of Justice.

The theme of this year’s event was “Emerging Trends in ADR,” with sessions focused on charting the future of dispute resolution through international and regional developments. Attendees gained global perspectives and insights into regional and international ADR trends, best practices, and emerging legal frameworks. They heard expert analysis from renowned ADR practitioners, mediators and arbitrators, discussed the latest research, and learnt about cutting-edge approaches and upcoming initiatives and projects.

IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul co-hosted the Day 2 session, “The ASEAN Way: Implications for Disputes along the OBOR (One Belt, One Road),” in which he discussed steps for conflict resolution and how to control potential damage.

He showed stakeholders how to be proactive in avoiding disputes arising from projects along the OBOR in ASEAN countries, and emphasised the need for clear, well-drafted contracts that align with local and international laws and incorporate pre-agreed dispute resolution mechanisms, such as mediation or arbitration clauses, which can help address conflicts before they escalate.

IAS Advisory’s dispute resolution, litigation & arbitration head Mr Chumphon Macharoen also joined, together with associates Mr Tataraj Indrasukhsri and Mr Tanadej Kanitthanon.

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Anuwat leads practical sessions on PDPA at Kasetsart University

IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul was pleased to lead practical sessions on data mapping and privacy risks at Kasetsart University‘s recent Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) seminar and workshop.

The event, titled “Managing and implementing personal data protection in educational institutions under the PDPA,” took place on Friday 13th September and was led by Assistant Professor Dr Ngamlamai Piolueang, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, who opened proceedings and awarded certificates to participants.

The purpose of the event was to highlight the importance of the PDPA. Given the large personal information stores and data flows in universities and other educational establishments, it is essential for staff to be aware of the practices and regulations that govern data protection to avoid misuse and ensure owners’ consent is obtained prior to data being used for any purpose.

Anuwat’s practical sessions also covered how to create necessary documents, such as consent forms and data processing agreements, and how to properly implement related policies.

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Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, National TViasadmin

MEDIA: all you need to know before agreeing to become a creditor

In an economic downturn, one thing lots of people may have to face is borrowing money from friends or acquaintances. The loan may be interest-free, without collateral, or even without any loan documents. Because personal relationships can make it difficult to discuss these matters, the creditor may end up being the one who suffers instead if the debt is defaulted.

In this episode of the popular evening TV programme Home Economy hosted by veteran news anchor, reporter and journalist Dr Wit Sittivaekin, IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul shares everything you need to know before agreeing to become a creditor, including all the do’s and don’ts and should’s and shouldn’ts.

This episode premiered on Tuesday 10th September 2024 on Thai PBS, Thailand’s public broadcasting service. Disclaimer: all content is owned by Thai PBS. Visit the Thai PBS website here: https://www.thaipbs.or.th/home

Anuwat Ngamprasertkul, DITP, PDPA, TBALiasadmin

Reminder of Thai Business Association of Lao PDR (TBAL) special seminar

A reminder of the upcoming meeting on “Personal Information Protection in Thailand,” which is being organised by the Thai Business Association of Lao PDR (TBAL) and Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP).

This special seminar will take place on Thursday 26th September from 13:00 to 20:00 at DoubleTree by Hilton Vientiane in Lao PDR.

Distinguished guest speakers at the meeting will include Ambassador Morakot Sriswasdi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Lao PDR, and Mr Thamnong Pholthongmak, TBAL President.

IAS Advisory co-founder Mr Anuwat Ngamprasertkul is honoured to have been asked to join and talk about how Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) is affecting the way Thai companies are doing business and its impact on international transactions.

For those interested in attending this prestigious event, please register using the below QR code or, alternatively, call: +856 20 5558-1238.

IAS Advisory Internship Programme 2024iasadmin

Durham University student joins the team for summer internship

The firm was delighted to welcome Durham University student Ms Lavanya Dev-Kauffmann onto its Summer Internship Programme.

Lavanya, who is pursuing a Bachelor of Laws degree at the distinguished UK university, was a pleasure to get to know during her time with us last month.

With a diverse educational background spanning Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Europe, Lavanya was able to bring a global perspective to her assignments and to discussions with the firm’s legal personnel. Her prior experience in leadership roles in different legal-focused academic societies allowed her to settle in and contribute straight from the off.

As part of her internship, Lavanya gained exposure to intra-ASEAN cross-border transactions involving Thai companies, researched and prepared updates regarding recent changes to the law in Thailand, attended a knowledge sharing session with quantum experts from a corporate/cyber investigations unit, and helped our attorneys translate various Thai laws and regulations into the English language, among other activities.

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