That’s a wrap on Day 1 of the 2nd Validation Workshop at the ASEAN Secretariat! We had a productive start with opening remarks from: Mr. Benjamin Matthews, Chargé D’Affaires, UK Mission to ASEAN, Mr. Will Creswell, Deputy CEO of OPSS and Dr. Thang Luong, Head of Competition, Consumer Protection, and IPR Division, ASEAN Secretariat

Today’s Focus:
-Feasibility & Design: Reviewing the operation model and technical architecture for the new portal.
-Gap Assessment: Identifying challenges in data-submission processes across ASEAN Member States.
-Strategic Alignment: Ensuring the framework meets international standards like the OECD Recall and Alert Portal.
-Roadmap Validation: Confirming priorities and sequencing for the implementation phase.

Great to see the delegates are coming together to strengthen consumer safety through regulatory excellence. Ready for Day 2!