APAC BUSINESS FORUM 2022 | CONNECTING FORESTS WITH MARKETS
CONNECTING FORESTS WITH MARKETS
DATE | 28-NOV 2022 (MONDAY)
LOCATION | BANGKOK, THAILAND
EVENT TYPE | IN-PERSON FORMAT/ CONFERENCE/ NETWORKING
(REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED)
FSC has been dedicated to promoting responsible forest management worldwide and upholding the highest standards in responsible forestry at best. We believe that transforming the market into responsible sourcing is an effective way to halt deforestation and the new norm of doing business.
After a three-year hiatus, the most anticipated "FSC Asia Pacific Business Forum 2022" networking occasion is back. We are looking forward to meeting you in person!
The FSC Asia Pacific Business Forum 2022 is a keystone business event that will serve a number of purposes:
- Is an exclusive networking event where FSC-certified suppliers in Asia Pacific can mix with international buyers, retailers and FSC promotional license holders
- Will help brands and retailers build strong and sustainable forest product value chains
- Will connect existing FSC-certified suppliers in Asia Pacific with regional and international brands and retailers
- Will promote trending and emerging FSC-certified products available in Asia Pacific
- Will serve as the official launch event for the FSC x UN-REDD Sustainable Tropical Timber Trade Network and Information Hub
Leading Experts Speaking at APAC Business Forum 2022
Moderators
PROGRAMME OVERVIEWS
DAY 1 - 28 NOVEMBER 2022 (MON)
Welcome and opening
- Welcome remarks
- Keynote opening speech by Rubber Authority of Thailand (RAOT)
- Update on APAC markets
Sustainable rubber dialogue
Panel discussions
- Sustainable tire productions drives the fight against deforestation with RAOT and rubber smallholders
- The responsible rubber value chain makes a difference to tropical forests managed by FSC-certified smallholders in the region
Networking Lunch
Launch ceremony: FSC x UN-REDD Sustainable Tropical Timber Trade Network & Info Hub
- Keynote by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Trade network members showcase the value of sustainable tropical timber
- Sustainable tropical timber investment by the construction industry
- Sustainable wooden furniture is in style
Possible bio-circular forest value chains with FSC
- This session focuses in recycled paper, packaging and hygiene products that use FSC-certified paper and closed-loop design along value chains
Closing
Cocktail reception
Networking Dinner
DAY 2 - 29 NOVEMBER 2022 (TUE)
Field Trip (By invitation only)
0730 - 1800
Organisers: The Rubber Authority of Thailand (RAOT) & WWF Thailand
A trip to visit rubberwood & rubber smallholders in FSC Forest Management-certified forests and wood production factory
Registration: Registration is now closed
Enquiry/ Sponsor Contact: Jayco Fung j.fung@fsc.org
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