EABC/South-East Asia IP SME HELPDESK: “How to make IPR protection easier for business in Thailand”

Despite continued improvement in the recent years, Thailand remains a prime market for counterfeit goods. Therefore, obtaining IPR protection in Thailand should be a priority for companies. Yet, protecting and enforcing IP rights consistently and effectively can be complex, challenging and costly.

This webinar aims to share valuable knowledge from the Thai authorities, best practices from South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk and European companies operating in Thailand, as well as recommendations on what reforms should be implemented by the authorities to make it easier for business.

Moderator:
Mr. Franck Fougère, Founder & Managing Partner of Ananda Intellectual Property, Chair of EABC Working Group on Intellectual Property Rights

Panelists:
Sirapat Vajraphai, Director of International Affairs Office, DEPARTMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Patsorn Kiatpongpan, Acting Head of IPR Enforcement Unit, Enforcement Division, THE CUSTOMS DEPARTMENT
Somboon Earterasarun, South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk External Expert, and Partner at Tilleke & Gibbins Thailand
Vatinee Rajitburanakul, Legal Director, L’OREAL
Thanaarmates Arriyavat (K. Paul), Venture Director, KASIKORN X