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Background

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage

         History and background of The Telecommunications Association of Thailandunder the Royal Patronage: Because of the changes from the past to the present and the technological advances, telecommunications technology has become an imperative. And has taken a major role in the development of the country, especially for raising the living conditions of the people.

        The Telecommunications Association of Thailand (TCT) was founded on September 14, 1990 by a group of people involved in the telecommunications industry from various sectors, including government, business, academia and the general public who all had the view that ttelecommunications is vital to economic development and the society. So they joined together to establish the Telecommunications Association of Thailand to jointly promote and develop telecommunications in Thailand, for making progress on a par with other civilized countries and to keep pace with rapidly evolving technology.

        Throughout the period of operation under the Association's board of directors, every group of them has been committed to promoting professional career development in telecommunications and telecommunications services in all aspects, be it industrial, manufacturing, services and development of the country. This will directly affect the economic development of the country and enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Thailand through the activities of the Association.

As time passes, the Association has been able to perform its activities well, with the support and cooperation of all members of the Association, including those from government agencies, state-owned companies, private enterprises and the general public. In order to promote the advances in telecommunications, particularly the policy of liberalization of the government’s telecommunications network, there have been open lectures organized with seminars to enhance the public’s knowledge of new technologies for the members and the general public. The exchange of ideas between members and academics, the government, and the private sector, includes suggestions for the government and other relevant agencies.

สมาคมฯ The Association was graciously granted by royal order on May 29, 2003, the authorization of royal patronage, which the Association has been determined to abide by firmly and steadily, to develop the telecommunications industry for the benefit of people throughout the country forever.

Objective

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage

To gather ideas and join forces in the promotion of telecommunications services in all relevant aspects. Including industrial production, support services and application services, professional development, telecom management and academic development, as well as to safeguard the interests of service providers and the development of telecommunications technology for the country's progress on an equal basis with other civilized countries.

So to promote professionalism and telecommunications activities and other events, the association aims to organize activities in order to achieve the objectives it has set, which are:

Promoting education and research in telecommunications.
Analyzing and disseminating knowledge of telecommunications
Monitoring the trends of advanced telecommunications.
Creating a library of books, news items, and documents on telecommunications.
Preparing and distributing publications on telecommunications to members.
Training and giving education in telecommunications and related fields to members to raise the levels of telecommunications professionalism.
Giving recognition to members who contribute to the state and the public service, both directly and indirectly.
Establishing a Telecommunications Users Club of Thailand to protect consumers.
Other activities necessary to achieve the objectives of the Association.

DR.MONCHAI NOOSONG

Mr.Watee Powtong

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND
ASSISTANT SECRETARY GENERAL
LEGAL AFFAIRS

ADVISOR TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

2023-2026

Mr.Rachan Pensiri

ADVISOR TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Mr.Xia Qing

ADVISOR TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Dr.Jesada Sivaraks

ADVISOR TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Mr.Woragarn Likhitdechasakdi

ADVISOR TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

History Timeline

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage

2023
President of the Association, Board # 15

President of the Association, Board # 15 : Mr. Vichaow Rakphongphairoj 2023-2026 (Registering July 11, 2023)
2020
President of the Association, Board # 14

President of the Association, Board # 14 : Mr. Vichaow Rakphongphairoj 2020-2023 (Registering October 14, 2020)
President of the Association, Board # 13

President of the Association, Board # 13 : Dr. Montchai Noosong 2017-2019 (Registering September 29, 2017)
2017
President of the Association, Board # 12

President of the Association, Board # 12 : Mr. Supachai Chearavanont 2015-2017 (Registering June 25, 2015)
2015
President of the Association, Board # 11

President of the Association, Board # 11 : Mr. Vichai Bencharongkul 2013-2015 (Registering June 18, 2013)
2012
Changed Executive Director

President of the Association, Board # 10 : Mr. Vichai Bencharongkul 2010-2012 (Registering June 18, 2012)
President of the Association, Board # 10

President of the Association, Board # 10 : Mr. Vichai Bencharongkul 2010-2012 (Registering December 24, 2010)
2009
Changed President of the Association, Board

President of the Association, Board # 9 : Dr. Kittin Udomkiat 2007-2009 (Registering June 23, 2009)
President of the Association, Board # 9 : Mr. Suchai Roywiwat 2007-2009 (Registering October 14, 2008)
President of the Association, Board # 9

President of the Association, Board # 9 : Mr. Kraisorn Pornsutee 2007-2009 (Registering April 1, 2008)
2007
President of the Association, Board # 8

President of the Association, Board # 8 : Mr. Anant Voratitipong 2005-2007
January 1, 2005
2003
The Association received by royal order the authorization of Royal Patronage.

May 29, 2003 : The Association received by royal order the authorization of Royal Patronage.
May 29, 2003
President of the Association, Board # 6 - 7

President of the Association, Board # 6 : Dr. Kosol Petchsuwan 2001-2003
President of the Association, Board # 7 : Dr. Kosol Petchsuwan 2003-2005
2001
President of the Association, Board # 5

President of the Association, Board # 5 : Mr. Sombut Uthaisang. 1999-2001
1999
President of the Association, Board # 1 -4

President of the Association, Board # 1 Dr. Sribhumi Sukhanetr. 1990-1992
President of the Association, Board # 2 Dr. Sribhumi Sukhanetr. 1992-1994
President of the Association, Board # 3 Dr. Sribhumi Sukhanetr. 1994-1996
President of the Association, Board # 4 Dr. Sribhumi Sukhanetr. 1996-1999
1990
TCT was established

September 14, 1990

TCT Office

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage

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MR.SOMBAT SETTHAWONG

DIRECTOR

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MISS PATCHAREE PONGNIRACHORN

ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES AND RECREATION

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MISS SUPAPORN BOONKOCH

MEMBER REGISTRY

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MISS PREEYAJIT VONGNAK

INFORMATION SECTOR

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ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE

Member

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage

Member

Ordinary members are those interested and involved in the telecommunications business.

Lifetime membership fee is 2,000 baht.

Yearly basis membership fee is 200 baht/year.

Corporate member

Corporate members are state-owned enterprises and private companies.

Membership fee is 20,000 baht per year.

Numbers of members

Lifetime members currently total 1,390.

Yearly basis members currently total 125.

Corporate members currently total 70.
*April 24, 2025.

Strategy

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage management by committee which vote from annual general meeting in a term of three years.

Cooperating with government agencies such as the National Telecommunications and Broadcasting Commission, TOT PLC., CAT PLC, in holding the symposiums. As well as providing feedback to agencies that set guidelines for rules and regulations that are fair.

o cooperate with private companies operating telecommunications services, and manufacturers of telecommunications equipment to meet the needs of service users at an affordable price.

Arranging the publishing business of the Association in the region for the development of telecommunications.

Mission

Knowledge

To be a knowledge center distributing information to benefit our members.

Agent

To represent our members in advising the government and other organizations involved in setting polices and plans concerning the country's telecommunications regulators and information and communication technology.

Supporting

To play a key role in supporting the Information and Communication Technology industry with open and fair regulations.

Staff

To develop ICT human resources in technology, services and management, including manufacturing, operations and related activities, recognizing and honoring people who make significant contributions. And to develop and strengthen the association while creating confidence among our members.

Alliance

To support networking activities with partners and elated organizations and domestic and international.

Vision

We are an internation professional association for the promotion and development of Thailand's telecommunication industry, including manufacturing, business services and Information Technology, within a framework of open and fair competition.

ABOUT US

The Telecommunications Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage

We are an internation professional association for the promotion and development of Thailand's telecommunication industry, including manufacturing, business services and Information Technology, within a framework of open and fair competition.

WORKING HOURS

Mon - Fri: 08:30 am - 4:30 pm

CONTACT US

40/54 Soi Inthamara 8, Sutthisanvinijichai Road., Samsaennai, Phayathai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand.
02 165 0882
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