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TRCC Opens Phuket Representative Office to Strengthen Thai–Russian Business Connections

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Official Opening of the TRCC Phuket Representative Office Andaman City, Phuket

The opening at Andaman City on 9 October 2026 brought public officials and business leaders together to mark a local point of contact for Thai, Russian and international entrepreneurs.

A man in a suit and a woman in a white dress cutting the red opening ribbon.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony marks the opening of the TRCC Phuket Representative Office, 9 October 2026.
The Thai-Russian Chamber of Commerce (TRCC) opened its Phuket Representative Office at Andaman City on 9 October 2026, establishing a local point of contact for Thai, Russian and international entrepreneurs on the island.

The office aims to help businesses meet potential partners, exchange experience and better understand the local market, while connecting Phuket’s business community with the Chamber’s wider network in Thailand.

The ceremony was attended by Romdon Hayi-awae, Deputy Governor of Phuket; Yegor Ivanov, Consul General of the Russian Federation in Phuket; and Yuri Lyzhin, Trade Representative of the Russian Federation to the Kingdom of Thailand. The Deputy Governor and Consul General delivered welcome remarks during the ceremony.

TRCC President Vitaly Kiselev also addressed the gathering, together with Diana Fedorova, Head of the TRCC Phuket Representative Office, and Igor Farbitnik, CEO and Founder of Andaman City Construction Co., Ltd. The ceremonial ribbon cutting marked the official opening.

The evening brought together Kongsak Khoopongsakorn, Chairman of the Phuket Chamber of Commerce; Monthaver Hongsyok, Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (Phuket); Phutha Maklai, Secretary-General of the Tourism Council of Phuket; Lester Khoo, Director of International Affairs, Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF); and Jaroon Chinsophon, Senior Advisor to the Region 8 Police Superintendent, alongside entrepreneurs and other members of Phuket’s business community.

Certificates of Appreciation recognised the contributions of Igor Farbitnik; Diana Fedorova, also Founder of DI Phuket Property Co., Ltd.; and Samvel Makaryan, Deputy Head of the TRCC Phuket Representative Office, to the opening.

Partner certificates were presented to Doverka Fintech as General Partner, The Twenty One Restaurant as Catering Partner, and Honest Events as Partner. TRCC thanks these partners, DI Phuket Property and the Andaman City team for their support of the occasion.

A traditional dance performance and group photographs formed part of the evening, while the networking reception gave guests time to meet and continue their conversations after the formal ceremony.

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The flower-framed entrance to Andaman City with the TRCC opening sign.
Andaman City welcomed guests to the opening of the TRCC Phuket Representative Office on 9 October 2026.
Andaman City signage beside red roses and green foliage at the entrance.
Andaman City signage beside red roses and green foliage at the entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A close view of red, white and blue flowers decorating the opening venue.
A close view of red, white and blue flowers decorating the opening venue — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A TRCC Phuket opening screen surrounded by flowers and flags.
The opening display and floral decorations at Andaman City.
Cocktail tables facing the stage before guests fill the reception hall.
Cocktail tables facing the stage before guests fill the reception hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Rows of wine glasses ready for the opening reception.
Rows of wine glasses ready for the opening reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Bottles arranged along the reception bar at Andaman City.
Bottles arranged along the reception bar at Andaman City — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A floral arrangement beside glasses and bottles on the bar.
A floral arrangement beside glasses and bottles on the bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Partner flags lining the outdoor approach to the venue.
Partner displays along the approach to the opening venue.
A flower-topped cocktail table with the TRCC stage in the background.
A flower-topped cocktail table with the TRCC stage in the background — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests speaking with the welcome team beside the registration counter.
Guests speaking with the welcome team beside the registration counter — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest talking with the registration team behind the flower display.
A guest talking with the registration team behind the flower display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A member of the welcome team in a gold traditional outfit at the entrance.
A member of the welcome team in a gold traditional outfit at the entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests signing in at the flower-decorated registration counter.
Guest registration before the opening ceremony.
Guests arriving between members of the welcome team in traditional costumes.
Guests arriving between members of the welcome team in traditional costumes — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A member of the welcome team in red and gold beside the entrance flowers.
A member of the welcome team in red and gold beside the entrance flowers — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Registration staff assisting a guest in a light blue shirt.
Registration staff assisting a guest in a light blue shirt — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests talking across the registration counter beside flower arrangements.
Guests talking across the registration counter beside flower arrangements — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest reviewing the registration sheet with a member of the welcome team.
A guest reviewing the registration sheet with a member of the welcome team — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a white shirt speaking with the welcome team at the entrance.
A guest in a white shirt speaking with the welcome team at the entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests gathering around cocktail tables in the hall before the ceremony.
Guests gathering around cocktail tables in the hall before the ceremony — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A bouquet presentation in front of the TRCC Phuket opening backdrop.
Flowers presented during the welcome reception.
Guests exchanging a wai greeting beside the event backdrop.
Guests exchanging a wai greeting beside the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest arriving with a round pastel flower arrangement.
A guest arriving with a round pastel flower arrangement — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest checking in beside the flowers on the reception counter.
A guest checking in beside the flowers on the reception counter — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests exchanging greetings near the entrance to Andaman City.
Guests exchanging greetings near the entrance to Andaman City — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group of guests talking together beside the registration area.
A group of guests talking together beside the registration area — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A handshake in front of the TRCC Phuket opening backdrop.
A handshake in front of the TRCC Phuket opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests greeting one another in front of the event display.
Guests greeting one another in front of the event display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
The host opening the programme on the TRCC stage.
The formal opening programme begins at Andaman City.
A close view of the host speaking into a microphone on stage.
A close view of the host speaking into a microphone on stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
The host addressing the seated audience during the opening programme.
The host addressing the seated audience during the opening programme — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Standing guests listening to the opening programme in the reception hall.
Standing guests listening to the opening programme in the reception hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A row of standing guests facing the stage.
A row of standing guests facing the stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A speaker delivering welcome remarks beside the host and presentation screen.
Welcome remarks during the official programme.
The audience watching welcome remarks beneath the Romdon Hayi-awae slide.
Welcome remarks from Phuket’s provincial administration, with Romdon Hayi-awae, Deputy Governor of Phuket, introduced on the stage screen.
Standing guests applauding during the formal programme.
Standing guests applauding during the formal programme — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A speaker addressing the audience beneath the Consul General presentation slide.
Welcome remarks at the opening, with Yegor Ivanov, Consul General of the Russian Federation in Phuket, introduced on the stage screen.
Two guests listening attentively among the standing audience.
Two guests listening attentively among the standing audience — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A wide view of the reception hall and audience facing the stage.
A wide view of the reception hall and audience facing the stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests seated in the front row during the speeches.
Guests seated in the front row during the speeches — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A speaker in a blue polo shirt delivering remarks beside the host.
Welcome remarks from the venue during the formal programme.
A close view of a speaker holding a microphone and notes on stage.
A close view of a speaker holding a microphone and notes on stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests seated together and listening to the formal programme.
Two guests seated together and listening to the formal programme — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A speaker reading remarks in front of the Vitaly Kiselev presentation slide.
The stage screen introduces Vitaly Kiselev, President of the Thai-Russian Chamber of Commerce, during the opening address.
Guests applauding from the front row of the audience.
Guests applauding from the front row of the audience — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A speaker addressing guests alone on the TRCC opening stage.
A speaker addressing guests alone on the TRCC opening stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
The red ceremonial ribbon held across the stage before the cut.
Preparing the ceremonial ribbon on the opening stage.
A man in a suit and a woman in a white dress cutting the red opening ribbon.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony marks the opening of the TRCC Phuket Representative Office, 9 October 2026.
Guests applauding and photographing the stage immediately after the ribbon cutting.
Guests applaud after the ceremonial ribbon is cut.
A framed certificate presented to a guest in a blue polo shirt on stage.
Presentation of a Certificate of Appreciation during the opening ceremony.
A recipient in a dark suit holding a certificate beside the presenter and host.
Recognition of support for the TRCC Phuket opening.
A certificate presentation to a recipient in a black jacket on stage.
A Certificate of Appreciation presented on stage.
A recipient in a dark dress holding a framed certificate beside the presenter.
A recipient receives a Certificate of Appreciation.
Two people holding a framed Certificate of Appointment on the TRCC opening stage.
Presentation of a Certificate of Appointment during the opening ceremony.
A bouquet presented to the host on the TRCC opening stage.
Flowers presented on stage following the opening.
Two men holding a framed certificate together on stage.
A Certificate of Appreciation presented at the TRCC Phuket opening.
The host holding a bouquet while guests offer congratulations after the ceremony.
Congratulations following the opening ceremony.
The host speaking in front of the illuminated opening screen.
The host speaking in front of the illuminated opening screen — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
The audience watching a traditional dance performance on the stage.
Traditional dance formed part of the evening programme.
Dancers in red and gold performing with peacock-feather fans.
Dancers perform with peacock-feather fans.
A dancer extending her hand during the traditional performance.
A detail from the traditional dance performance.
The full group of dancers holding fans across the stage.
The dance ensemble performs for opening-night guests.
A close view of a dancer holding a peacock-feather fan.
A close view of the performance and feather fans.
Standing guests watching the cultural performance from beside the seating area.
Standing guests watching the cultural performance from beside the seating area — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests gathered along the side of the hall during the performance.
Guests gathered along the side of the hall during the performance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Front-row guests watching the stage during the cultural programme.
Front-row guests watching the stage during the cultural programme — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest applauding beside a cocktail table during the programme.
A guest applauding beside a cocktail table during the programme — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group of guests posing beneath the TRCC Phuket opening banner.
Guests gather for a photograph at the TRCC Phuket opening.
Three guests in suits posing together in front of the event backdrop.
Three guests in suits posing together in front of the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a white blouse and red skirt beside the opening backdrop.
A guest in a white blouse and red skirt beside the opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing together beside the catering partner display.
Three guests posing together beside the catering partner display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a blue suit standing in front of the TRCC opening backdrop.
A guest in a blue suit standing in front of the TRCC opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests, including a child, posing together at the event backdrop.
Three guests, including a child, posing together at the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing together between the event and catering displays.
Three guests posing together between the event and catering displays — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in glasses and a dark jacket standing beside the event backdrop.
A guest in glasses and a dark jacket standing beside the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests posing together in front of the opening display.
Four guests posing together in front of the opening display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two smiling guests beside a flower-topped cocktail table.
Two smiling guests beside a flower-topped cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests standing together between the partner displays.
Four guests standing together between the partner displays — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing side by side in dark and pale blue outfits.
Two guests posing side by side in dark and pale blue outfits — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a pale patterned jacket posing at the opening backdrop.
A guest in a pale patterned jacket posing at the opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing together in pale blue and dark formal outfits.
Two guests posing together in pale blue and dark formal outfits — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests standing beside a cocktail table and flower vase.
Two guests standing beside a cocktail table and flower vase — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A large group of guests posing with bouquets in front of the opening banner.
A large group of guests posing with bouquets in front of the opening banner — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests posing beside a red bouquet at the venue entrance.
Four guests posing beside a red bouquet at the venue entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Five guests posing together between the event and catering displays.
Five guests posing together between the event and catering displays — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group portrait with guests in patterned black, pale blue and yellow outfits.
A group portrait with guests in patterned black, pale blue and yellow outfits — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests gathered around a flower-topped cocktail table.
Three guests gathered around a flower-topped cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A large group of guests posing with a red-and-white bouquet.
A large group of guests posing with a red-and-white bouquet — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests lined up for a group photograph beside the opening banner.
Guests lined up for a group photograph beside the opening banner — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group of guests holding a bouquet and folder at the event backdrop.
A group of guests holding a bouquet and folder at the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing with a white-wrapped bouquet.
Three guests posing with a white-wrapped bouquet — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing together with blue-and-white flowers.
Two guests posing together with blue-and-white flowers — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing together in front of the TRCC Phuket opening banner.
Two guests posing together in front of the TRCC Phuket opening banner — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests standing together at a cocktail table with refreshments.
Two guests standing together at a cocktail table with refreshments — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing together beside the TRCC backdrop during the evening.
Three guests posing together beside the TRCC backdrop during the evening — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A smiling guest in glasses and a dark suit in the reception hall.
A smiling guest in glasses and a dark suit in the reception hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A smiling guest in glasses standing beside the bar.
A smiling guest in glasses standing beside the bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests posing together in front of the opening stage.
Four guests posing together in front of the opening stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Five guests posing with a bouquet beside the stage steps.
Five guests posing with a bouquet beside the stage steps — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two members of the welcome team posing in red traditional costumes.
Two members of the welcome team posing in red traditional costumes — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests standing together in the lounge area.
Two guests standing together in the lounge area — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing together near the stage after the ceremony.
Three guests posing together near the stage after the ceremony — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A large group of guests holding drinks for a photograph in the reception hall.
A large group of guests holding drinks for a photograph in the reception hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a blue dress posing beside the Doverka Fintech display.
A guest in a blue dress posing beside the Doverka Fintech display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing in front of the Andaman Events screen.
Three guests posing in front of the Andaman Events screen — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing beside flowers at the edge of the stage.
Two guests posing beside flowers at the edge of the stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a light blue jacket standing at a cocktail table.
A guest in a light blue jacket standing at a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing side by side in cream and grey outfits near the stage.
Two guests posing side by side in cream and grey outfits near the stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing together on the stage steps.
Two guests posing together on the stage steps — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing between flower arrangements and national flags.
Three guests posing between flower arrangements and national flags — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests posing in front of the Andaman Events stage display.
Four guests posing in front of the Andaman Events stage display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests in suits posing together with drinks.
Three guests in suits posing together with drinks — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests posing with refreshments during the reception.
Four guests posing with refreshments during the reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests smiling together while holding drinks.
Two guests smiling together while holding drinks — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A row of guests posing together in the reception hall.
A row of guests posing together in the reception hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two seated guests shaking hands beside plates of food.
Two seated guests shaking hands beside plates of food — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in dark suits posing together at the event backdrop.
Two guests in dark suits posing together at the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three members of the event team posing beside the bar.
Three members of the event team posing beside the bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing together at a flower-topped cocktail table.
Two guests posing together at a flower-topped cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests posing with a presentation folder in front of the event backdrop.
Guests posing with a presentation folder in front of the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests standing around a cocktail table with plates and drinks.
Four guests standing around a cocktail table with plates and drinks — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group of guests holding Andaman City folders near the entrance.
A group of guests holding Andaman City folders near the entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two members of the welcome team posing in gold traditional outfits.
Two members of the welcome team posing in gold traditional outfits — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests smiling while holding an Andaman City folder.
Two guests smiling while holding an Andaman City folder — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a yellow patterned shirt seated with a drink.
A guest in a yellow patterned shirt seated with a drink — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests holding a folder beside the decorated reception counter.
Two guests holding a folder beside the decorated reception counter — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests posing together in front of the Andaman Events screen.
Two guests posing together in front of the Andaman Events screen — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests and members of the welcome team posing together at the opening banner.
Guests and members of the welcome team mark the opening together.
A large group of guests posing together in the evening reception hall.
A group photograph during the opening reception.
Guests and members of the welcome team posing beside entrance flowers.
Guests and members of the welcome team posing beside entrance flowers — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A smiling guest listening to two other attendees during a conversation.
A smiling guest listening to two other attendees during a conversation — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests smiling together near a cocktail table.
Two guests smiling together near a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two seated guests, including a child, posing for a photograph.
Two seated guests, including a child, posing for a photograph — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a white blouse looking towards the camera beside the bar.
A guest in a white blouse looking towards the camera beside the bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A smiling guest in a cream blazer during the reception.
A smiling guest in a cream blazer during the reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests posing together in front of the TRCC opening backdrop.
Three guests posing together in front of the TRCC opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests in suits talking beside the event display.
Three guests in suits talking beside the event display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests conversing near the opening backdrop, including a guest in a black cap.
Guests conversing near the opening backdrop, including a guest in a black cap — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in suits greeting one another beside the partner displays.
Two guests in suits greeting one another beside the partner displays — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests talking beside a flower-topped cocktail table near the windows.
Three guests talking beside a flower-topped cocktail table near the windows — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A small group of guests in conversation in front of the opening backdrop.
A small group of guests in conversation in front of the opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests smiling together beside the buffet counter.
Two guests smiling together beside the buffet counter — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests looking at a phone together beside the event backdrop.
Two guests looking at a phone together beside the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests standing beside a cocktail table during the reception.
Two guests standing beside a cocktail table during the reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests exchanging conversation in a small circle by the windows.
Guests exchanging conversation in a small circle by the windows — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group of guests talking near the mirrored columns in the hall.
A group of guests talking near the mirrored columns in the hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A platter of sliced tropical fruit and grapes prepared for the reception.
Fresh fruit prepared for the evening reception.
A catering team member arranging food on the buffet table.
The catering team prepares the reception buffet.
Three guests talking around a flower-topped cocktail table.
Three guests talking around a flower-topped cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a light suit smiling during a conversation at a table.
A guest in a light suit smiling during a conversation at a table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests talking around a table, with a guest in a yellow shirt at the centre.
Guests talking around a table, with a guest in a yellow shirt at the centre — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in black outfits standing beside a cocktail table.
Two guests in black outfits standing beside a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A bearded guest gesturing while speaking with other attendees.
A bearded guest gesturing while speaking with other attendees — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A smiling guest in a black dress talking between two other guests.
A smiling guest in a black dress talking between two other guests — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in blue and orange talking beside the reception bar.
Two guests in blue and orange talking beside the reception bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Glasses of red wine lined up on the bar for the reception.
Wine service during the networking reception.
Two guests in suits talking beside the flower-decorated entrance.
Two guests in suits talking beside the flower-decorated entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group of guests smiling during a conversation in the reception hall.
A group of guests smiling during a conversation in the reception hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Four guests exchanging conversation around a small cocktail table.
Four guests exchanging conversation around a small cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests enjoying refreshments and talking together beside the windows.
Guests enjoying refreshments and talking together beside the windows — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests smiling together in front of the TRCC opening backdrop.
Guests smiling together in front of the TRCC opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in suits talking face to face near the event banner.
Two guests in suits talking face to face near the event banner — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests looking at a phone beside the TRCC opening display.
Two guests looking at a phone beside the TRCC opening display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests standing together at a table near the side wall.
Two guests standing together at a table near the side wall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a light blue jacket laughing with other attendees.
A guest in a light blue jacket laughing with other attendees — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a blue polo shirt gesturing during a group conversation.
A guest in a blue polo shirt gesturing during a group conversation — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A tall arrangement of red and green grapes on the buffet table.
A tall arrangement of red and green grapes on the buffet table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a black dress smiling during the reception.
A guest in a black dress smiling during the reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests choosing refreshments from the buffet display.
Guests enjoy refreshments during the reception.
The host in a white dress speaking with a guest in a dark suit.
The host in a white dress speaking with a guest in a dark suit — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests conversing beside a blue-wrapped bouquet.
Guests conversing beside a blue-wrapped bouquet — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests talking together with drinks near the stage.
Three guests talking together with drinks near the stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in conversation across a cocktail table.
Two guests in conversation across a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests exchanging wai greetings in front of the opening backdrop.
Guests exchanging wai greetings in front of the opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests shaking hands beside the stage steps.
Two guests shaking hands beside the stage steps — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests in cream and dark formal outfits talking near the stage.
Three guests in cream and dark formal outfits talking near the stage — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a black shirt listening during a reception conversation.
A guest in a black shirt listening during a reception conversation — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a yellow patterned shirt holding a glass during the reception.
A guest in a yellow patterned shirt holding a glass during the reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests conversing near a column in the reception hall.
Three guests conversing near a column in the reception hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in light suits talking beside a flower display.
Two guests in light suits talking beside a flower display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A standing guest speaking with a seated guest beside plates of food.
A standing guest speaking with a seated guest beside plates of food — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A close view of the red-and-green grape arrangement on the buffet table.
A close view of the red-and-green grape arrangement on the buffet table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Bottles and an ice bucket on the reception bar.
Bottles and an ice bucket on the reception bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests exchanging a wai greeting during the reception.
Guests exchanging a wai greeting during the reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests talking together beside the seating area.
Two guests talking together beside the seating area — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
The host holding a presentation box while greeting a guest.
A presentation and greetings following the formal programme.
Two guests talking across a cocktail table topped with white flowers.
Two guests talking across a cocktail table topped with white flowers — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in black outfits talking beside the bar.
Two guests in black outfits talking beside the bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests exchanging a wai near the registration area and welcome team.
Guests exchanging a wai near the registration area and welcome team — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests talking beside colourful drinks on a cocktail table.
Two guests talking beside colourful drinks on a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests laughing together during a conversation in the hall.
Guests laughing together during a conversation in the hall — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Smiling guests exchanging greetings during the reception.
Smiling guests exchanging greetings during the reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests talking together in a circle near the cocktail tables.
Three guests talking together in a circle near the cocktail tables — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests smiling and gesturing in front of the opening backdrop.
Three guests smiling and gesturing in front of the opening backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests exchanging a wai beside the buffet area.
Two guests exchanging a wai beside the buffet area — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests shaking hands near the venue entrance.
Two guests shaking hands near the venue entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A group of guests smiling together while holding drinks.
A group of guests smiling together while holding drinks — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests taking a selfie together during the reception.
Guests capture a shared moment during the reception.
Three guests talking around a flower-topped table.
Three guests talking around a flower-topped table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests conversing beside an ice bucket on the bar.
Guests conversing beside an ice bucket on the bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests smiling during a conversation across a cocktail table.
Two guests smiling during a conversation across a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A smiling guest holding a glass while talking with other attendees.
A smiling guest holding a glass while talking with other attendees — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests speaking together beside a presentation box.
Two guests speaking together beside a presentation box — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests talking and gesturing near the event backdrop.
Two guests talking and gesturing near the event backdrop — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest in a waistcoat smiling during a reception conversation.
A guest in a waistcoat smiling during a reception conversation — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests talking beside a small table with a flower arrangement.
Two guests talking beside a small table with a flower arrangement — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests in white and red shirts talking across a cocktail table.
Two guests in white and red shirts talking across a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests relaxing and talking together on the lounge seating.
Guests relaxing and talking together on the lounge seating — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests sharing conversation and refreshments around a cocktail table.
Guests sharing conversation and refreshments around a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A close view of wine glasses and a guest's hand at the reception bar.
A detail from the evening reception.
Two guests conversing near the entrance after the formal programme.
Two guests conversing near the entrance after the formal programme — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests smiling together at a cocktail table in the evening.
Two guests smiling together at a cocktail table in the evening — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two event team members talking at a small information table.
Two event team members talking at a small information table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests and members of the welcome team talking together near the entrance.
Guests and members of the welcome team talking together near the entrance — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A small group of guests talking together beside a cocktail table.
A small group of guests talking together beside a cocktail table — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests holding drinks during a conversation by the event display.
Three guests holding drinks during a conversation by the event display — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests conversing together beside a mirrored column.
Guests conversing together beside a mirrored column — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Guests seated outside with plates of refreshments.
Guests seated outside with plates of refreshments — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Two guests talking beside the drinks display at the bar.
Two guests talking beside the drinks display at the bar — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
Three guests talking across a cocktail table during the evening reception.
Three guests talking across a cocktail table during the evening reception — TRCC Phuket opening reception, 9 October 2026.
A guest answering questions beside the host in front of the opening backdrop.
A conversation in front of the event backdrop after the formal programme.
A camera operator working beside the venue entrance.
The camera team documents the opening evening.
Members of the camera team reviewing their equipment during the event.
Behind the scenes with the event camera team.
Two members of the event team talking outside beside an illuminated tree.
The evening continues outside Andaman City.
The illuminated entrance to Andaman City at the end of the opening evening.
The illuminated entrance at the close of the opening evening.

Editorial note

Prepared by Thai-Russian Chamber of Commerce.