Baker McKenzie Bangkok celebrated its 45th anniversary on Friday, 17 February 2023, at The Athenee Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, with a dynamic and informative event that attracted over 300 guests. The event was attended by Mr. Milton Cheng, Global Chair of Baker McKenzie, Khun Thinawat Bukhamana, Managing Partner of the Bangkok office, Khun Peerapan Tungsuwan, Partner and Global Executive Committee Member, and all of the Bangkok Partners.
The event featured a series of insightful breakout sessions led by experienced partners, covering a range of topics such as navigating the legal landscape in a post-pandemic world, top legal trends to watch out for, sustainability and ESG, digital assets, metaverse, and leading and executing transformative capital raising deals. Attendees gained valuable insights into the latest developments and emerging trends in the legal industry.
The highlight of the event was an in-depth plenary session where distinguished guest speakers shared their expertise on global economic challenges and opportunities in Asia. The two honorary guest speakers were Khun Payong Srivanich, President of The Thai Bankers' Association, and Khun Srettha Thavisin, President/CEO of Sansiri PCL. They provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the region, and Baker McKenzie Partner Khun Sorachon Boonsong also shared his expertise and insights on the topic. The moderator, Khun Ken Nakarin Wanakijpaibul, kept the discussion lively and engaging.
