Thailand-Japan trade and investment to be enchanced by both governments

The trade and investment barriers between Thailand and Japan will soon be resolved through the mutual cooperation between both countries.

Japanese Foreign Minister, Mr Katsuya Okada, paid a courtesy call on Thai Prime Minister, Mr Abhisit Vejjajiva at the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo. He extended his congratulations on the King’s recovery and praised the Prime Minister’s role in the 15th ASEAN Summit hosted by Thailand.

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ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights

Inside looking outJeff Willis USA

A major issue in the 15th ASEAN Summit was the official establishment of the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) according to article 14 in the ASEAN Charter. That could be regarded as the success of ASEAN in building the ASEAN Community.

The AICHR is aimed at the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental rights and freedom of people in ASEAN countries. It would help people to enhance their quality of life by gaining peace, dignity, and wealth.

Delicate Phrae-Wa silk of Kalasin as souvenirs for the spouses of ASEAN leaders

The renowned delicate Phrae-Wa silk of Kalasin has been chosen as souvenirs for spouses of ASEAN leaders.

The Governor of Kalasin, Mr. Viroj Jivarungsan revealed that the shawls made from Phrae-Wa silk were chosen as souvenirs for spouses of ASEAN leaders at the 15th ASEAN Summit. The selection could promote the products made from Phrae-wa Silk to the international market in the future.

Phetchaburi to open ASEAN lane for 27 km during ASEAN Summit

The Commander of Phetchaburi Provincial Police revealed that for the coming ASEAN Summit, the 27 km ASEAN lane would be opened and warned people to avoid such roads while confirming that the local tourism remained normal.

Pol. Maj. Gen. Wirat Watcharakajon, the Commander of Phetchaburi Provincial Police said lane restrictions would be in place, with one lane reserved for country leaders, along stretches of road in the area. The ASEAN leader’s lane will be opened from 21-25 October 2009.

Phetchaburi is ready to host the 15th ASEAN Summit

Phetchaburi province is fully ready to host the 15th ASEAN SUMMIT while people are confident that the summit could improve the local economy.

The National Broadcasting Services of Thailand had surveyed on the readiness of the 15th ASEAN Summit and other Summits in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan province and Cha-Am, Phetchaburi province. As to the observation among tourists and people in the areas, they all have confidence that the Summits could improve the local economy and bring more tourists to Thailand which would be beneficial for the country.

Residents, tourists confident 15th ASEAN Summit to regain national image

Tourists and local residents in the western province of Phetchaburi are confident in the potential of the upcoming 15th ASEAN Summit to improve the national image and economy.

According to Phetchaburi Governor, Chai Panichpornpan, the provincial authorities and related sectors are now ready for the upcoming summit. Meanwhile, local residents and tourists deemed that the organization of the summit would be able to increase the number of tourists travelling to Thailand.

Security law Imposition for ASEAN Summit

ASEAN Summit

The 15th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and related summits are scheduled to be officially held during 23-25 October 2009 in Thailand (See Thailand Hotels)’s Cha-am (See Cha-am Hotels) and Hua Hin (See Hua Hin Hotels) districts of Phetchaburi (See Phetchaburi Hotels) and Prachuap Khiri Khan (See Prachuap Khiri Khan Hotels) provinces. It is considered a good opportunity for Thailand to host the international summit in two consecutive times despite the fact that the previous meeting was disrupted by the anti-government United Front of Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) protesters in April last year, which caused the Thai government to cancel the 14th ASEAN Summit with dialogue partners in Pattaya (See Pattaya Hotels) , Chon Buri (See Chon Buri Hotels).

Dusit Cha-am ok to host 15th ASEAN Summit

Dusit Resort and Polo Club in Cha-am

Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya has disclosed that the Dusit Resort and Polo Club in Cha-am district of Phetchaburi province would be the most suitable venue for 15th ASEAN Summit arrangement.

After evaluation with all related units, including security affairs, Mr Kasit stated that the venue was very appropriate owing to its convenience and security since it was not far from Bangkok. He added that the venue selection was informally notified to all countries attending the summit, and all nations had confirmed to come to the meeting thus far.