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Luncheon Discussion with Robert F. Godec, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand
On July 13, 2023, the US-ASEAN Business Council held a luncheon discussion with U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Robert F. Godec. Representatives from the U.S. Embassy and 29 senior business executives from USABC member companies attended, sharing business updates and queries with the ambassador. Attendees also discussed Thailand’s recent economic and political landscape, while the ambassador shared news from his recent trip to Washington, D.C. The luncheon was generously supported by Cargill and GE.
2023 Vietnam Business Mission and Health & Life Sciences Industry Mission to Vietnam

From March 20 to 24, 2023, the Council led a delegation of more than 50 U.S. companies to Hanoi for the annual Vietnam Business Mission and Health & Life Sciences Industry Mission to Vietnam. This is USABC's biggest delegation to Vietnam in decades, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the U.S. – Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership.

The delegation met with top leaders of Vietnam including the Prime Minister, Chairman of the National Assembly, Chairman of Central Party Committee on Economic Affairs and key stakeholders across several ministries and agencies to reinforce USABC's dedication to advancing shared economic priorities with Vietnam.

Roundtable Discussion with DEAC John Leonard of Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
On Wednesday, 15th March 2023, US-ASEAN Business Council welcomed the Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Trade, John Leonard, as part of the Trade Winds Mission accompanied by Brandon Lord, Edward Thurmond, Maja Hyatt and Tamika Hirunpattarasilp
Roundtable Discussion with Ambassador Yohannes Abraham
On Wednesday 22nd February 2023, US-ASEAN Business Council held a Roundtable Discussion with Ambassador Yohannes Abraham, newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN.  The topics of discussion included healthcare, manufacturing, and technology.
2022 Thailand Business Mission
On November 28 – 30, the Council brought the delegation of 43 leading U.S. Company to engage with the Royal Thai Government and key stakeholders in Bangkok, Thailand. The delegation met with the Prime Minister of Thailand and his cabinet as well as senior government officials, and voiced their support of Thailand’s economic priorities as dedicated partner. 
Luncheon Discussion to Welcome Robert F. Godec, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand
On Wednesday 2nd November 2022, US-ASEAN Business Council held a Luncheon Discussion to Welcome Robert F. Godec, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand. Representatives from US Embassy including Ed Sagurton, John Breidenstine, Kelly Stange and Brandon Wilson attended along with 28 member companies.
Business Dialogue and Dinner in honor of Thailand Deputy Prime Minister Don Pramudwinai
On Thursday, September 22, the Council, in partnership with U.S. Chamber of Commerce, hosted the Business Dialogue and Dinner in honor of H.E. Don Pramudwinai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand, on the sideline of 77th UNGA in New York City. The Dinner is generously supported by Cheniere Energy, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Koch Industries and Viatris. Representatives from US Department of State and Thailand Ministry of Foreign Affairs are presented.
Breakfast Roundtable with Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh
On September 22, the Council partnered with the USCC and BCIU to co-organize a roundtable with Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, and hosted by Warburg Pincus. During the meeting, Council members and the Vietnamese delegation discussed ways to further promote business and investment between the two countries, and the role of the American business community in strengthening U.S.-Vietnam relations. The meeting was also attended by representatives from the U.S. Department of State, including Assistant Secretary Daniel Kritenbrink, Deputy Assistant Secretary Melissa Brown, and Special Representative for Commerce and Business Affairs Dilawar Syed.
NEWS & UPDATES
ASEAN
International Trade Policy Analytical Update: EV Market Landscape, July 2023
27 Jul 2023
Laos
Laos Analytical Update: Chinese Investment in Laos | July 2023
27 Jul 2023
Malaysia
Malaysia Update: July 14, 2023
26 Jul 2023
Indonesia
Indonesia Analytical Update: Omnibus Health Bill | July 2023
20 Jul 2023
Indonesia
Indonesia Analytical Update: Cabinet Reshuffle | July 2023
20 Jul 2023
Vietnam
Vietnam Update: Surge in Investor Interests in Vietnam’s Energy Sector Amid Power Shortage 
20 Jul 2023
Thailand
Thailand Update: Parliament Rejects the Renomination of Pita as Prime Minister
19 Jul 2023
Customs
Customs & Trade Facilitation Update: July 19, 2023
19 Jul 2023
Indonesia
Indonesia Analytical Update: 2024 Election | July 2023
17 Jul 2023
Indonesia
Indonesia Update | July 2023
13 Jul 2023
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UPCOMING EVENTS
1 Aug
Virtual Briefing - ASEAN Sustainable Tourism with The ASEAN Secretariat
1 Aug
2023 Philippines Business Mission Planning Call # 3
2 Aug
Virtual Roundtable with Minister Sabu, Malaysian Minister of Agriculture and Food Security
3 Aug
Q3 2023 Indonesia Committee Call
9 Aug
2023 Philippines Business Mission
10 Aug
Roundtable with Catherine Spillman, incoming Senior Commercial Officer, U.S. Embassy Bangkok, on Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar
15 Aug
2023 Food & Agriculture Workshop in Vietnam
15 Aug
2023 Food & Agriculture Business Mission to Vietnam
19 Aug
2023 SME Workshop Indonesia: Empowering Indonesia SMEs: Unlocking Digital Potential for Global Success
24 Aug
2023 AMEM
6 Nov
29th ASEAN Transport Ministers Meeting
30 Nov
COP28
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