SK Speak Dinner Talk: Economic Outlook in Challenging Times Suankularb Alumni Share Economic Outlook to Navigate the Second-Half Crisis

Recently, the Suankularb Wittayalai Alumni Association under the Royal Patronage hosted the SK Speak Dinner Talk: "Winning the Fight… or Fighting Without Winning?" in celebration of the 144th anniversary of Suankularb Wittayalai School at Dusit Thani Bangkok. The gathering served as a platform for exchanging perspectives on the direction of the Thai and global economy, as well as investment opportunities in the second half of 2025. Distinguished Suankularb alumni in leadership roles across both public and private sectors shared their insights in navigating the economic challenges ahead. The event was honored to have General Surayud Chulanont, President of the Privy Council and Chairman of the Suankularb Institute Council, preside over the opening. Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach, Group Chief Executive Officer and President of Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, in his capacity as President of the Suankularb Wittayalai Alumni Association, delivered the welcome address and outlined the objectives. Over the past four years as President of the Alumni Association, Mr. Chaiwat has driven various missions to strengthen and sustain the association with continued success. He invited support for the fundraising to construct the new Suankularb Alumni Association building on the original site, which was affected by the subway construction project, requiring the association to relocate temporarily.

Friday 5 September 2025 14:42
SK Speak Dinner Talk: Economic Outlook in Challenging Times Suankularb Alumni Share Economic Outlook to Navigate the Second-Half Crisis

The dinner talk drew a full house of over 450 participants, including distinguished alumni and members of the public. Alumni speakers from both government and private sectors contributed to keynote addresses and panel discussions, offering perspectives on capital markets, business, and public sector developments. Speakers included Mr. Teerepon Niyom, National Artist, Mr. Wissit Wisitsora-at, Chairman, The Securities and Exchange Commission, Mr. Yunyong Thaicharoen, Chief Economist and Sustainability Officer, Siam Commercial Bank, Dr. Pipat Leungnaruemitchai, Chief Economist, Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group, Dr. Chairat Panthuraamphorn, Chief Executive Officer, Samitivej and BNH Hospitals, Mr. Nath Vongpanich, President, Central Restaurant Group, Mr. Surachet Laophulsuk, Governor, Expressway Authority of Thailand, Dr. Poonpat Leesombatpiboon, Secretary-General, Thailand Energy Regulatory Commission, and Dr. Rak Vorrakitpokatorn, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Bangkok Commercial Asset Management Public Company Limited (BAM). The session was moderated by Mr. Veera Theerapat and Ms. Chutima Pungkhwamsook.

Proceeds from the event will contribute to the 144 Years of Suankularb campaign, supporting the construction of a new alumni association building and future association initiatives.