Background

3 Subtopics – 15 mins/each + 15 mins Q&A: approx

• Policy Issues on Food Safety and Possible Challenges in the Lancang Mekong region
• Issues on Non-tariff measures in processed food sector
• Processed food sector emerging trends and opportunities

Moderator: Dr. WatcharasLeelawath – Executive Director of Mekong Institute

Discussants:

1. Masami T. Takeuchi – Ph.D. – Food Safety Officer – Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) [TBC]
2. Mr. Visit Limlurcha – President – Thai Food Processors Association / Chairperson – Food Processing Industries Club – Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) [TBC]
3. Dr. Akeanong Jangbua – Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Food Innopolis [TBC]