ASEAN Overview and Prospects for US Companies

Date: Thursday, September 20, 2007

(8:10- 9:45 AM Eastern Standard Time)

*Note, this discussion is free and open to all U.S. companies* _____________________________________________________________________

The US Department of Commerce Asia Pacific Team invites you to participate in a briefing on the "ASEAN Prospects for U.S. Companies"  This live conference call will focus on export opportunities in Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines.  Please see registration information below!

Southeast Asia provides US exporters with a wealth of business opportunities. The dynamic region is an excellent first step for US firms interested in entering other Asian markets, providing companies with essential exporting experience in the region. Please visit Southeast Asia Overview for more information on opportunities in ASEAN.

Program Agenda (Thursday, September 20th at 8:10 - 9:45 AM EST)

The business roundtable discussion will feature powerpoint presentations by Senior Commerce Department Officials stationed in Southeast Asia.

8:05 AM:  Dial-in to a toll free 1-800 number (instructions will be provided via e-mail upon registration).

8:10 AM: ASEAN Overview and Its Impact on US Companies

8:20AM:  Vietnam:      Donald Nay, Senior Commercial Officer, CS Hanoi

                Thailand:     Ann Bacher, Senior Commercial Officer, CS Bangkok

                Malaysia:     Joe Kaesshaefer, Senior Commercial Officer, CS Kuala Lumpur

                Singapore:   Daniel Thompson, Senior Commercial Officer, CS Singapore

                Indonesia:   Richard Rothman, Senior Commercial Officer, CS Jakarta

                Philippines:  Judy Reinke, Senior Commercial Officer, CS Manila          

9:20AM:  Question and Answer - Send your questions before, during, and after the roundtable via e-mail, and get an answer directly to your email account.  

9:45AM   Conclude Roundtable Discussion

Registration is A MUST!

To register for this rare roundtable opportunity and receive fresh market information: 

• Please e-mail your name, company name, and contact to nguyen.chau@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov  no later than 5pm on Wednesday, September 19th, 2007. 
• We will then provide you with dial-in instructions and e-mail you powerpoint materials to view for the ASEAN Briefing. 

** Without prior e-mail notification, we cannot guarantee a reservation to tune in and learn from this highly experienced panel.  **