Krungsri and MUFG to Host High Level Sustainability Business Forum

Bangkok Business Events: ESG Awards and New Innovation Highlights Open the Event

Krungsri Bank, in partnership with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), is organizing what is expected to be one of the most pivotal business events of the year—Krungsri-MUFG Business Forum: Thriving to Sustainable Future. Set to take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the Bangkok Convention Center on the 22nd floor of Centara Grand Hotel, CentralWorld, the forum will gather entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, and sustainability advocates to discuss strategies for building a stable and forward-looking business environment.

The Krungsri-MUFG Business Forum is a not to be missed Bangkok Business event.
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Kicking off in the morning, the event will feature the Krungsri ESG Awards: Minute of Changes, where standout SMEs will pitch their sustainability-focused business models. These ESG-driven entrepreneurs are graduates of the Krungsri ESG Academy course and will compete before a panel of judges for recognition and awards. Visitors can also explore the exhibition zone, which will showcase cutting-edge business and financial solutions from Krungsri, its partners, and featured innovators. These exhibitions aim to demonstrate practical approaches to long-term, sustainable business growth. This Bangkok Business Events news report highlights how the forum’s mix of education, networking, and policy-driven insights positions it as a must-attend event for the region’s business community.

Exclusive Afternoon Talks from Industry Titans and Global Thought Leaders

The afternoon session promises an impressive lineup of speakers from both national and international arenas. Mr. Ekkanat Promphan, Thailand’s Minister of Industry, will share perspectives on Industrial Reform and Structural Disruptions. Kanetsugu Mike, Chairman of MUFG, and Kenichi Yamato, President and CEO of Krungsri, will elaborate on regional finance trends and Krungsri’s vision as a sustainable bank in Southeast Asia.

Dr. Pirun Saiyasitphanich, Director-General of the Department of Climate Change and Environment, will outline Thailand’s forthcoming Climate Change Act, while Dr. Somkiat Tangkitvanich, President of TDRI, will provide insights into global market transformations and their impact on Thai competitiveness. International voices include Mari Elka Pangestu, Indonesia’s Presidential Envoy and former World Bank executive, who will examine how ASEAN economies can seize regional opportunities amidst geopolitical shifts.

The forum will also host a key panel discussion on Strategic Growth through Innovation in Global Sustainable Finance, featuring Colin Chen from MUFG, Hideaki Takase, MUFG’s Chief Sustainability Officer, and Thai policy and finance leaders. The day will conclude with SCG CEO Thammasak Setha-udom presenting a detailed case study on how SCG continues to scale sustainably during turbulent economic periods.

A Crucial Event for Those Navigating the Future of Business

With global economies adapting to disruption, climate mandates, and evolving trade dynamics, the Krungsri-MUFG Business Forum offers a timely and actionable platform for dialogue. Attendees will gain access to high-level networking, policy insight, and business strategies that align with long-term environmental and financial sustainability goals. The one-day event, running from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., is free of charge, though seats are limited. Interested participants are encouraged to register early to secure a spot at this important gathering.

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