The Deputy Permanent stated further that this activity would assist in the region the dissemination of knowledge on the ASEAN Community and on the ASEAN Economic Community. The target groups consisted of educational administrators, teachers, students, educational personnel and other interested parties, the ultimate aim being to raise awareness of the need of readiness preparation and also to impart knowledge on how to adapt lifestyles to fit in well with the ASEAN Economic Community in 4 regions. Moreover, the Ministry emphasized building and developing the skills and quality of Thai labourers in order for them to be ready for the competitiveness of the ASEAN labour market. Particular focus was placed on the need for attitude changes in relation to vocational learning especially in how remuneration is considered. In addition, English and technology proficiencies were also
included which will help to reinforce Thai labourers to be in a position to overcome high competition and gain benefits from the ASEAN Economic Community.