market capitalization from 1.3 trillion baht in 2000 to 4.5 trillion baht by the end of 2004. At the same time, the SET index climbed from 269.19 to 668.1, driven by the impressive recovery of corporate

achieved faster recovery in comparison with other countries in the region. This was evident by listed companiesû operating profits, expansion of domestic consumption, and strong increases in exports

Expansion of Investor Base and Distribution Channels Coupled with Promotion of Investment Culture ■ Additional Mutual Fund Management Licenses to Promote Professional Management in the Thai Capital Market

are to maintain efficient, M.R. Pridiyathorn Devakula Chairman Message from the Chairman A n n u a l R e p o r t 2 0 0 6 3 Thirachai Phuvanatnaranubala Secretary-General The economic expansion was on

the impacts of possible emergencies. The SEC's Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) located at the Bank of Thailand's Office, Suriwongse Road, was established as a backup facility and temporary office for off

plan for recovery or an orderly wind-down, with approval of its board of directors, which contains details at least in the following matters: (1) events and circumstances in which a securities clearing