Tradeshow Voice - International and Asia Trade Shows for Manufacturers : Asean Rubber Conference 2009; June 18-20, 2009; Vientiane, Laos Asean Rubber Conference 2009; June 18-20, 2009; Vientiane, Laos ================================================================================ Stella Wang on 16 March, 2009 12 OVERVIEW OF ARC 2009 ARC 2009 IN BRIEF Recognized as the region’s premier Natural Rubber event, ARC 2009 is a one-stop-centre for the natural rubber industry players to learn, experience and network. A whole host of events will be held over 2 ½ days. The Objectives of ASEAN Rubber Conference: *Brings together both regulatory authorities and commercial players of the rubber world to provide updates on current trends and future challenges faced by NR industry *Facilitate the exchange of ideas and insight into the global rubber industry and the price discovery of rubber *Presents unparalleled benefits for business matching potential and investment opportunities in the global NR producing and consuming countries *Delivers latest applications from global research and development programs through a well-designed sponsorship program and an exhibition *An annual get-to-together for decision makers from global NR & SR industries that encourages networking and the exchange of perspectives CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS *The High Calibre Conference *The Comprehensive Expo *Educational Pre-event Study Tour *Welcome Cocktail Reception *ARC 2009 Industry Night *Business Matching Meeting SUMMARY OF PRESENTATION *Current Global Natural Rubber Situation: Supply, Demand & Price Movement *Strategies to Ensure Sustainability and Profitability of The Natural Rubber Industry *Rubber Smallhoders and Rural Development *Natural Rubber Product Manufacture And Related Downstream Activities: Potential & Challenges *Spearheading Efficiency, Quality and Productivity to Meet Global Competitiveness