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BRUNEI|SEP 17 – 18, 2019
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VENUE: BRUNEI
MESSAGE FROM ASSA CHAIRMAN
Delegates from the 17 ASSA member institutions attended the 36th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by Employees Trust Fund, Brunei
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FOUR SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
The Future of Work and Social Protection

by Mr Markus Ruck, International Labour Organisation

Emerging Technologies in Social Security International Trends and Perspective

by Mr Raul Ruggia-Frick, International Social Security Association

Harnessing Big Data for Social Security

by Mr Chandana N. Athauda, Dynamik Technologies

Re-Imagineering Social Security in the Cognitive Era

by Mr Tan Soo Eng, Silverlake Sistem Sdn Bhd

NINE “GOOD PRACTICES” ARTICLES WERE PRESENTED BY ASSA MEMBER INSTITUTIONS:
ICT INNOVATIONS
SOCIAL SECURITY
NHATRANG CAM RANH, VIETNAM|SEP 18 – 21, 2018
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VENUE: NHATRANG CAM RANH, VIETNAM
MESSAGE FROM ASSA CHAIRMAN
Delegates from the 17 ASSA member institutions attended the 35th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the Vietnam Social Security, Vietnam
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SEVEN SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Challenges and Opportunities for social security globally

by Jens Schremmer, The ISSA President

Meeting the Challenge of the Fourth Industrial Revolution

by Robert Palacios, Global Lead Pensions and Social insurance, World Bank

New Zealand’s experience: Education and Training approaches and solutions in the context of the fourth industrial revolution

by Professor Neil Quigley, Vice-Chancellor and President, The University of Waikato

Challenges in expanding the social security base in Vietnam

by Ban Thu – Vietnam Social Security, Vietnam

Social Protection & Migration in ASEAN

by Nuno Meira Simoes da Cunha, Senior Specialist, Social Protection, ILO

Social Security Agreement & Global Service of NPS

by Kim, Young Eil, Director, Center for International Affairs, National Pension Services’ Representative, South Korea

Industrial Revolution 4.0 The Issues Posed to Vietnam

by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trần Đình Thiên, Vietnam Institute of Economics, Vietnam

EIGHT “GOOD PRACTICES” ARTICLES WERE PRESENTED BY ASSA MEMBER INSTITUTIONS:
SOCIAL INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
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UDON THANI, THAILAND|AUG 23 – 24, 2017
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VENUE: UDON THANI, THAILAND
Delegates from the 17 ASSA member institutions attended the 34th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the Social Security Office, Thailand.
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THREE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Smart Senior Society with Smart Social Security: Global Experience

by Dr. Joachim Breuer, The ISSA President

Ageing Society and Sustainability of Social Security System in ASEAN: ILO’s Perspective

by Mr.Nuno Meira Simoes da Cunha, Senior Technical Specialist on Social Protection, ILO

Adapting to New Challenges – Japanese Case

by Mr. Akira Morita, Professor of Department of Policy Studies, Tsuda University and Mr. Itaru Sato, Senior Researcher, National Institute of Population and Social Security Research

SEVEN “GOOD PRACTICES” ARTICLES WERE PRESENTED BY ASSA MEMBER INSTITUTIONS:
PARTNER’S SUPPORTED EVENTS
International Labour Organisation
MANILA, PHILIPPINES|SEP 22 - 23, 2016
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VENUE: MANILA, PHILIPPINES
Delegates from the 19 ASSA member institutions attended the 33rd ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the Philippine Social Security Association (PhilSSA), Philippines.
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Dr. Maribel D. Ortiz, Programme Manager, International Social Security Association (ISSA) Academy, shared on:

The ISSA – Your Partner in Excellence in Social Security Administration
FIVE "GOOD PRACTICES" ARTICLES WERE PRESENTED BY ASSA MEMBER INSTITUITIONS:
SINGAPORE|SEP 10 - 11, 2015
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VENUE: SINGAPORE
Delegates from the 17 ASSA member institutions attended the 32nd ASSA Board Meeting hosted by Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore. Myanmar was officially admitted as a member of ASSA at this meeting.
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TWO SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Ageing Population Challenges Faces by Social Security Schemes in Asia

by Mr Neil Narale, Retirement Market Business Leader, ASEAN & India Mercer (Singapore) Pte Ltd.

Impact of Ageing on Economic Policies

by Associate Professor Chia Ngee Choon, Department of Economics, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore

Eight "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA|SEP 8 - 10, 2014
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Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Delegates from the 16 ASSA member institutions attended the 31st ASSA Board Meeting and EPF International Seminar 2014 hosted by Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Social Security Organisation (SOCSO), Malaysia.
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FIVE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Demographic Changes and the Ageing Society

by Mr Tan Kien Eng, Chief Executive Officer, Leo Burnett Malaysia

Understanding How Demographics Affect the Nation

by Dr Amlan Roy, Managing Director and Head, Demographics and Pension Research, Investment Banking Division, Credit Suisse Securities (Europe) Ltd

Leveraging Baby Boomers and Gen X in a Gen Y Environment

by Mr Roland Ruiz, ASEAN Human Capital Business Leader, Mercer Human Capital, Singapore

The Impact of Demographic Changes and Generational Differences on Public Services

by Mr Jurgen Coppens, Managing Director, Health and Public Services, Accenture Malaysia

Demographic Changes and Managing Generational Differences (FMCG Industry)

by Mr Rakesh Mohan, Chairman and Managing Director, Unilever Malaysia and Singapore

Six "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
LAO PDR|OCT 25 - NOV 2, 2013
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Venue: Lao PDR
Delegates from the 14 ASSA member institutions attended the 30th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Social Security Organisation, Lao PDR.
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FIVE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
The Road to Doha

by Mrs Samihah Md Razi, Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Investment of Social Security Fund

by Mr Jean Claude Hennicot, Actuary, International Labor Office

Investment Opportunities in Savan-SENO Special Economic Zone

by Mr Thongsay Sayavongkhamdy, Vice Governor, SEZA

The Introduction of Lao Capital Market

by Mr Viengkham Vansilalom, Director, Management and Administration, Lao Securities Exchange

The Opportunities and the major risks of the listed securities investment

by Mr Ngo Thien Ky, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Lanezang Securities Public Company

Four "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
INDONESIA|SEP 25 - 27, 2012
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Venue: Indonesia
Delegates from the 16 ASSA member institutions and 4 observer organisations attended the 29th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Indonesia Social Security Association, Indonesia.
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FOUR SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Social Security Reform towards Healthcare Universal Coverage in Indonesia

by Prof Ali Fugron Mukti, Vice Minister of Health

The Future of Social Security: Administrative and Operational Efficiency and Effectiveness

by Mr Frank Errol Stoove

Extension of Coverage for Unprotected Workers in Social Insurance System

by Mr Shin, Young Chul, President of Korea Workers Compensation and Welfare Service (COMWEL).

Linking the Social Protection Floor to Employment Promotion towards Social Protection and Economic Inclusion

by Mrs Valerie Schmitt, Social Security Specialist - ILO Asia Pacific Office.

Six "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
BRUNEI|OCT 11 - 13, 2011
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Venue: Brunei
Delegates from the 16 ASSA member institutions and 4 observer organisations attended the 28th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Employees Trust Fund, Brunei
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THREE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Crisis Risks. . .and the Opportunities Beyond

by Mr Dharmo Soejanto, Director of UOB Asset Management

Market Outlook, asset allocation and strategy

by Mr Didier Borowski, Head of Strategy and Economic Research, Amundi Paris

Sovereign Debt - Some implications for the long term investin

by Ms Gina Chan, Head of Absolute Return Strategies, Lion Global Investors Limited.

Six "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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SINGAPORE|MAR 23 - 25, 2011
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Venue: Singapore
Delegates from the 15 ASSA member institutions and 2 observer organisations attended the 27th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore.
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THREE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Challenges in Healthcare & Long-Term Care Financing

by Mr Hiroshi Yamabana, Social Security Actuary, International Labour Office

Developments in Employee Benefits and Health Care

by Mr Keith Walter, Director, Consulting & Software, South Asia, Towers Watson

Public-Private Health Insurance Partnership in Singapore

by Ms Margaret Lim, Senior Deputy Director (Healthcare Schemes), Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore

Six "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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HANOI|SEP 16 & 17, 2010
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Venue: Hanoi
Delegates from the 17 ASSA member institutions attended the 26th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Vietnam Social Security, Vietnam.
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Three "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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CEBU, PHILIPPINES|MAR 24 - 26, 2010
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CEBU, PHILIPPINES
Delegates from the 15 ASSA member institutions attended the 25th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Philippine Social Security Association, Philippines.
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Three "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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CHIANG MAI, THAILAND|OCT 8 – 9, 2009
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CHIANG MAI, THAILAND
Delegates from the 15 ASSA member institutions attended the 24th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by the National Health Security Office, Thailand.
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TWO SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Social Safety Net for People: Challenges During Economic Crunch, lesson learnt from Thailand

by Dr Ammar Siamwala, Thailand Development Research Institute.

Unemployment Insurance

by Ms Chantana Boon-Arj, Chief of International Affairs, Social Security Office, Thailand.

THREE “GOOD PRACTICES” ARTICLES WERE PRESENTED BY ASSA MEMBER INSTITUTIONS:
KUCHING, SARAWAK|MAR 2 - 5, 2009
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Venue: Kuching, Sarawak
Delegates from 16 ASSA member institutions attended the 23rd ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) of Malaysia.
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Guest speaker, Y.Bhg. Dato’ Rusma Ibrahim, shared on "Evolution of Social Security Schemes in ASEAN"
Three "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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SINGAPORE|OCT 22 & 23, 2008
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Venue: Singapore
Delegates from the 15 ASSA member institutions attended the 22nd ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore.
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One speaker shared on the topic of "Social Security in ASEAN - Moving Forward"

Three "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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LAOS|APR 24 & 25, 2008
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Venue: Laos
Delegates from the 15 ASSA member institutions attended the 21st ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Social Security Organisation, Laos.
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Five "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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PHILIPPINES|OCT 17 & 18, 2007
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Venue: Philippines
Delegates from the 14 ASSA member institutions attended the 20th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Philippines Social Security Association (PHILSSA), Philippines.
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One speaker shared on "Social security topics related to the environment, migrants and social security coverage"

Five "Good Practices" articles were presented by ASSA member institutions:
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INDONESIA | APR 25 & 26, 2007
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Venue: Indonesia
Delegates from the 15 ASSA member institutions attended the 19th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by Indonesian Social Security and Insurance Association (AAJSI), Indonesia.
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THREE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Social Security for Migrant Workers

Social Security Facing Economic Changes in Employment and Vulnerable groups

Leadership and Good Corporate Governance on Social Security

MALAYSIA | SEP 4 & 5, 2006
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Venue: Malaysia
Delegates from the 11 ASSA member institutions attended the 18th ASSA Board Meeting and ASSA Seminar hosted by EPF, Malaysia.
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FOUR SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Demographic Changes and Challenges in ASEAN Countries

National Health Financing Mechanism

An Overview of Global Social Security Reforms

Lessons from ASEAN Countries

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BRUNEI|MAR 9, 2006
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Venue: Brunei
Delegates from the 11 ASSA member institutions attended the Pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 17th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the ETF Brunei.
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FIVE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Social Security Schemes for Informal Sector Employees (Sri Lanka)

Strategic Asset Allocation (Societe Genrale)

Strategic Asset Allocation (Mercer)

The Hong Kong MPF Experience (HSBC Investments HK)

The Role of Hedge Fund for Pension Sponsors (HSBC Private Bank)

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Vientiane, Lao PDR|SEP 30, 2005
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Venue: Vientiane, Lao PDR
Delegates from the 11 ASSA member institutions attended the Pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 16th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the SSO-Lao PDR. Representatives from Australia, India, ISSA and ILO were also present as observers.
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FOUR SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Pathways to Universal Social Protection Coverage (ILO)

Protecting the Poor-Options for Financing PHC in Lao PDR (ADB)

Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA)

Universal Health Insurance (Australia - Department of Human Services)

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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA|JUL 26 & 27, 2005
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Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Delegates from the 9 ASSA member institutions participated in the Technical Meeting for the ASSA Secretariat, hosted by the Employees Provident Fund Social Security Training Institute (ESSET).
SIGNIFICANT MATTERS:
Editing of the Memorandum of Agreement
Compilation of ASSA Documentation
Initial Stages of a Comparative Study
Preparation of 16th ASSA Board Meeting in Lao PDR
DANANG, VIETNAM|APR 8, 2005
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Venue: Danang, Vietnam
Delegates from the 11 ASSA member institutions attended the Pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 15th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the VSS. Representatives from Australia, Germany and ILO were also present as observers.
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FIVE SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Centrelink's Perfomance Management Framework (Centrelink)_Paper

Centrelink's Perfomance Management Framework (Centrelink)_Slides

Performance Indicators (ILO)_Paper

Performance Indicators (ILO)_Slides

Benchmarking for Pension Fund Assests (Mercer)

Investment Policies in Old Age Pension Schemes (BfA)

Measuring and Managing Performance (ISSA)

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YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA|AUG 21, 2004
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Venue: Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Delegates from the 11 ASSA member institutions attended the Pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 14th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the INSSA. Representatives from Australia and ISSA were also present as observers.
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TWO SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Social Protection and the Informal Sector (Asian Development Bank)_Paper

Social Protection and the Informal Sector (Asian Development Bank)_Slides

The ISSA Initiative_Findings & Conclusions (ISSA)

PATTAYA, THAILAND|MAR 13, 2004
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Venue: Pattaya, Thailand
Delegates from the 11 ASSA member institutions attended the Pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 13th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the Social Security Office, Thailand. Representatives from Australia were also present as observers.
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TWO SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Managing the Cost of Social Security Administration (Centrelink)

Managing the Cost of Social Security Administration (ILO)
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BRUNEI|AUG 06, 2003
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Venue: Brunei
Delegates from the ASSA member institutions attended the Pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 12th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the Employees Trust Fund, Brunei. Representatives from Lao PDR, Australia and ISSA were also present as observers at the 2 events.
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TWO SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Compliance and Enforcement (ISSA)

Control of Fraud and Inaccurate Payment (Centrelink)

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SINGAPORE|MAR 07, 2003
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Venue: Singapore
Delegates from all the 10 ASSA member institutions of 7 ASEAN countries attended the Pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 11th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by the Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore. Representatives from Laos and ISSA were also present as observers at the 2 events.
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FOUR SPEAKERS SHARED ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Delivery of Social Security Services in the New Era (FaCS)

E-Service Experience (CPF Board)

Service Excellence (Service Quality Center)

The Balanced Scorecard Approach (NUS Business School)

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HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM|AUG 02, 2002
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Venue: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Delegates from the ASSA member institutions of the ASEAN countries attended the pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar (Theme: Investment Strategy and Customer Satisfaction Strategy) and the 10th ASSA Board Meeting hosted by Vietnam Social Security. At the 10th ASSA Board Meeting, member institutions shared about their "Good Practices" articles on "Customer-focused Service Delivery". Dr Nguyen Huy Ban, Director General of VSS, was confirmed as Chairman of ASSA for the next term, after Mr Somchai Wattana, Secretary General of Social Security Office, Thailand had successfully completed his tenure as ASSA Chairman. In addition, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation from the Philippines was officially admitted as a member of ASSA at this meeting.
Customer Service - The EPF Strategy

Meeting People's Needs (FaCS)_Report1

Meeting People's Needs (FaCS)_Report2

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CEBU, PHILIPPINES|MAR 22, 2002
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Venue: Cebu, Philippines
A total of 30 delegates attended the pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar and the 9th ASSA Board Meeting. The delegates were from the nine member institutions of seven ASEAN countries. The theme of the pre-ASSA Board Meeting Seminar was "Investment of Social Security Funds - Opportunities and Challenges in the New Economy". At the 9th ASSA Board Meeting, "Good Practices" articles based on the theme of "Customer-focused Service Delivery" were presented by the various member institutions.
Investment of Social Security Funds (GSIS)
Investment of Social Security Funds (ILO-India)
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CHIANG RAI, THAILAND|AUG 03, 2001
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Venue: Chiang Rai, Thailand
A total of 26 delegates from all ASSA member institutions attended the 8th ASSA Board Meeting. The delegates were from nine member institutions of seven ASEAN countries. "Good Practices" articles featuring member institutions' developments and improvements to their customer service were presented.
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA|APR 20, 2001
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Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
26 delegates from all ASSA member countries attended the 7th ASSA Board Meeting. Representatives from ISSA and Brunei were also present as observers. At this meeting, Employees Trust Fund from Brunei was officially admitted as a member institution of ASSA. The Board also agreed that all ASSA member institutions would share with one another on some of their "Good Practices".
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SINGAPORE|AUG 25, 2000
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Venue: Singapore
A total of 48 delegates from all six ASSA member countries attended the 6th ASSA Board Meeting. Representatives from ISSA and Brunei were also present as observers. The ASSA website prototype was presented during this meeting.
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BALI, INDONESIA|APR 25, 2000
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Venue: Bali, Indonesia
29 delegates from all six ASSA member countries attended the 5th ASSA Board Meeting. Representatives from Brunei and International Social Security Association (ISSA) were also present as observers.
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MANILA, PHILIPPINES|SEP 10, 1999
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Venue: Manila, Philippines
26 delegates from all six ASSA member countries attended the 4th ASSA Board Meeting. Representatives from Brunei, Laos and International Social Security Association (ISSA) were also present as observers.
To Diversify or Not (Dresdner RCM Global Investors)

To Diversify or Not (Dresdner RCM Global Investors)_Slides

Global Pension Outlook (Wellington Management Company)

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SINGAPORE|JUL 30, 1999
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Venue: Singapore
This special ASSA Board Meeting was attended by 20 delegates from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. It was called to seek the Board Members' agreement on the proposed amendments to the ASSA MOA.
Memorandum of Agreement
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HANOI, VIETNAM|MAY 14, 1999
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Venue: Hanoi, Vietnam
16 delegates from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam attended the 3rd ASSA Board Meeting.
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA|SEP 12, 1998
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Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The 2nd ASSA Board Meeting was graced by the presence of 30 delegates from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Vietnam was officially admitted as a member of ASSA at this meeting. Brunei and Laos attended this meeting as observers.
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CHIANG MAI, THAILAND|FEB 14, 1998
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Venue: Chiang Mai, Thailand
At the 1st ASSA Board Meeting, Prof. Dr. Awaloedin Djamin (Indonesian National Social Security Association) was elected as the first ASSA Chairman and Tan Sri. Sallehuddin bin Mohamed (Employees Provident Fund, Malaysia) was elected as the Vice-Chairman of ASSA.
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