Bangkok (Thailand) – January 21, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Preparations are being finalized for the prestigious Global Summit of Women 2020 (2020 GSW), which is scheduled to take place from April 23 to 25, 2020 at the Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre in CentralWorld, Bangkok.

The opening ceremony will be presided over by Thai Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha, who will also deliver the keynote address. High-ranking ministers from various ASEAN countries, as well as from Africa and South America, are expected to attend.

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“We are delighted to host an international gathering of women in Thailand, a country renowned worldwide for its beauty but not yet so well known for its dynamic economy, where many women lead businesses of all sizes,” said Irene Natividad, President of the Global Summit of Women. “Thailand ranks among the top countries regionally and globally in women’s economic participation, making it the ideal venue for the 2020 summit theme: ‘Women: Revolutionizing the Economy.’ This reflects the role women play in driving national GDP growth worldwide as they enter the workforce as leaders, transforming business models and practices both now and in the future.”

Ms. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul, former Minister of Tourism and Sports and Chair of the Thai Host Committee, agreed. “We are convinced that GSW 2020 made the right decision in choosing Thailand to host its 30th anniversary. In this country, Thai women play a pivotal role in shaping and driving development across all sectors – agriculture, community, industry, banking and finance, technology, transport, energy, tourism and hospitality, and meetings and events. Thailand can serve as another remarkable example, inspiring female leaders worldwide to move forward together and use their skills for the benefit of other nations. Above all, Thai women in leadership positions will continue to make a significant contribution to building a strong Thailand.”

Ms. Srisuda Wanapinyosak, Deputy Governor for International Marketing – Europe, Africa, Middle East and Americas at the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), which supports Bangkok hosting GSW 2020, said: “Hosting GSW 2020 will further strengthen Thailand’s positive image as a preferred travel destination. The event will showcase the Kingdom as a women-friendly travel destination and highlight the TAT’s ongoing marketing efforts for this specific tourist segment. Women not only have greater purchasing power, but they also often make the most important decisions regarding destination, length of stay, and budget.”

Ms. Nichapa Yoswee, Senior Vice President – ​​Business of the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), stated: “TCEB is delighted to support GSW 2020 in Bangkok and welcome over 1,000 female leaders from around the world. The event, which is expected to generate 80 million baht in revenue for the Thai economy, aligns with TCEB’s strategy to boost the Thai economy by supporting the hosting of global events in Thailand. We hope that the delegates of GSW 2020 will recognize the vital role of Thai women in leadership positions in the country’s development, as well as Thailand’s potential as a leading destination for international events.”

At the same time, the Thai organizing committee is convinced that GSW 2020 will help Thai female leaders learn from other international female leaders and develop their strengths. It will also allow them to build and expand personal networks based on passion, understanding, and friendship. To mark the 30th anniversary, every effort has been made to make the event carbon neutral, with all participants from around the world actively contributing to environmental protection. Furthermore, local communities from across Thailand are invited to showcase their products, creating new business opportunities for international expansion.