THEME : ICT For Industrial Development
BHUTAN INTERNATIONAL
IT & TRAINING EVENT
&
MULTILATERAL TRADE VISIT
About BICTTA
Bhutan ICT & Training Association (BICTTA) is an
organization representing private ICT & Training industry of the country. In order to achieve effective
representation, facilitate growth and development of
ICT & Training sector keeping in line with the Bhutan
ICT Policy and strategy (BIPS) of the Royal Government of Bhutan, the Bhutan Chamber of Commerce
and Industry directed ICT vendor/institutions to form
an Association on 23rd July 2003.
Base on the directives of the BCCI, the Bhutan ICT
& Training Association was formally established on
7th August 2004 with a mandate to support and coordinate ICT activities of the Private Sector, with the
following Mission, Vision and Objectives:
VISION: “To achieve quality ICT services, ICT Products and skilled human resources development in-line
with Royal Government’s vision to promote Bhutan as knowledge based society.”
MISSION: “To enable, facilitate, promote and develop ICT and Training Industry in Bhutan through collaboration and linkages with client satisfaction model.”
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Bhutan International IT & Training Event
2nd BIITTE / ASOCIO MTV
Bhutan ICT & Training Association (BICTTA) in-collaboration with Department of Information Technology & Telecom (DITT) is hosting 2nd Bhutan International IT & Training Event from 30thApril, 2015 to
1st May, 2015.
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The primary objective of hosting BIITTE is to gear
towards the nation’s vision of “An ICT-Enabled,
Knowledge-based Society as a Foundation for Gross
National Happiness”. In context of ASOCIO MTV,
the theme is defined as “ICT for Industry Development”
Registration Fee Packages
2nd BIITTE will look forward to cater various aspects
A
world-class
IT
Park
in
the
peaceful
and stable Kingdom of Bhutan with
of elements in making Bhutan as a Knowledge Based International Fee
Package
redundant high-speed fibre connectivity and
low-cost green dual-feed power
Society and for the development with
of ICT
in incentives from the Government that will lower your
DG Industry
back-up plus
Sl.
Particular
Features
Rate
the country.
operating costs by locating here.
USD
Delegate
01 with 250+ employees
1.Transportation
Facilities
Two international companies
are already
operating from
300
2.City Tour
here comfortably.
As practiced the event shall have participant from
government officials, students from various schools,
private sector and leading ICT players from ASOCIO
Member countries (23 countries).
3.Entrance to Conference
4.Lunches and Dinners
USD
02 Accompanying 1.Transportation Facilities
120
Guest
2.City Tour
3.Lunches and Dinners
for Hotel Reservation, flight booking, & Registration
(International), please conact
KIRAN PARAJULI
[email protected]
Tele: +975-02-335668 | Mob.+975 - 17736390
National
Fee Package Features
Sl.No Particular
01
Rate
Nu.4000
Members
Seminar
(for two days)
Non
Networking
Dinner
Seminar
Networking
Dinner
(for two days)
Tel: +975 1711-3037, email [email protected]
02
Members
Nu.5500
for Registration (National) please conact
Karma Yuden
[email protected]
Tele: +975-02-335668 | Mob. +975 77644424
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THEME : ICT For Industrial Development
Speaker
DASHO KINLEY DORJI, SECRETARY MOIC
Dasho Kinley Dorji, Hon’ble secretary of the Ministry of Information and Communications
of Bhutan. Hon’ble Dasho graduated from Mitchell College in New South Wales, Australia,
and Masters of Science in Journalism School of Columbia University.
Dasho has been a strong proponent of Gross National Happiness (GNH) as an alternative for
Human Development.
Dasho also helped in starting Kuensel as an official newspaper on an Apple Macintosh-based DTP system and worked as the Editor of Kuensel. Became Managing
Director of the Kuensel Corporation which was de-linked from the Bhutanese civil
service on October 1 and Continued as Editor-in-Chief of the newspaper.
DR. CHADAMAS THUVASETHAKUL,
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT ,NATIONAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Dr. Chadamas THUVASETHAKUL is currently Executive Vice President of Thailand
Na-tional Science and Technology Development Agency, Ministry of Science and Technology. She received a Ph.D. In Health Policy and Administration from the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill, U.S.A. She looks after Policy Research, International Cooperation,
Information,Organization Communication, and Organization Evaluation. Examples of research program under her responsibility are: science, technology and innovation policy,
promotion of R&D in the private sector, S& T indicators, economic and social benefits of S&T
, digital divide, R&D strategy and evaluation. She is also a member of the Board of Trus-tees
of Kenan Institute Asia and a secretary to Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s IT Project, which works on the application of IT to enhance the quality of life of the under
privileged, for example, the rural school children, the disabled persons, the prison inmates etc.
R. CHANDRASHEKHAR, PRESIDENT OF NASSCOM
He has been Chairman of the Telecom Commission and Secretary in the Department of Telecommunications in the Ministry of Communications & Information Technology, Government of India.
He has a M.Sc. degree in Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay and a M.S.
Degree in Computer Science from the Pennsylvania State University, USA. He widely travelled
and has a unique understanding of cultural diversity, both within the country and across the world.
JUNKO KAWAUCHI, VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL AFFAIRS, JISA
Junko Kawauchi joined Japan Information Service Industry Association (JISA) in 1995, and
has been responsible for overall JISA international programs and activities. JISA is the largest trade organization in computer software and services industry in Japan, and has about 600
member companies.
Kawauchi has a master’s degree in International Relations from University of Kent in UK, and
a bachelor’ s degree in L aw from Kyoto University in Japan.
MR. LACDAO,EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, INDUSTRY AFFAIRS
He is deeply involved in the promotion of the IT-BPO industry. Mr. Lacdao has been in
the IT industry for twelve years now. He was heavily involved in business and account
management in various IT companies both locally and internationally.
Mr. Lacdao holds a Master’s degree in Business Management from the Asian Institute
of Management (AIM).
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Thimphu:Bhutan
P.O.Box: 1450
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THEME : ICT For Industrial Development
Itenerary within Thimphu
Day 01: Arrive Paro (by Druk Air) – Transfer to Thimphu.
The flight into Paro on our national carrier, Druk Air, is a befitting introduction to the spectacular beauty of
our country. In clear weather, magnificent views of the world’s highest peaks give way to the lush green Paro
valley as you land. First gift from Bhutan will be the cool, clean fresh air as you step out of the plane. After
clearing customs and visa control you will be brief by our guide and transferred to Thimphu, the capital city of
Bhutan. The drive will take around one hour. Thimphu has a population of about 100,000. The town is made
up of just three lines of shops and is the only capital in the world without traffic lights. In the evening, we
will visit the Handicrafts Emporium, where all types of Bhutanese handicrafts are made and sold, overnight
at Hotel
Day 02: Thimphu – Dochula – Thimphu
Thimphu sightseeing includes visit to the Institute of Traditional Medicine; the National Library, stocked
with priceless ancient bhuddist manuscripts and the Arts and Craft school, where children still learn ancient
art of Buddhist painting. Other highlights include a visit National Memorial Chorten, built in honor of our
late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk; Zilukha Nunnery; Folk Heritage Museum; Textile Museum; Bhutanese
Handmade Paper Factory. Afternoon depart to Dochula, an ancient capital of Bhutan. Leaving Thimphu the
road climbs steeply through a forest of pine and cedar, festooned with hanging lichen high up near Dochula
pass (3,050 m). This Pass often offers panoramic views of the Himalayan mountain ranges. Dochula pass
is located on the way to Punakha from Thimphu. The pass is a popular location among tourists as it offers a
stunning 360 degree panoramic view of Himalayan mountain range. The view is especially scenic on clear,
winter days with snowcapped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 chortens
gracing the mountain pass.
Known as the Druk Wangyal Chortens- the construction of these108 chortens was commissioned by the eldest
Queen Mother, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk. The pass is also popular spiritual destination for
both locals and tourists because an important temple is located on the crest of Dochula pass.
The Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (temple) was built in honor of His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme
Singye Wangchuck. The past and future appears to merge in the details of the lhakhang (temple) and its structure tells the story of a supreme warrior figure, whose vision pierces the distant future in a fine blend of history
and mythology.
Bhutanese families enjoy visiting the pass during holidays and weekends to picnic and simply enjoy the scenery. It is common to see families and groups of friends seated amongst the chortens, enjoying a packed lunch
and hot tea. For tourists this is ideal location to capture beautiful pictures of Himalayan mountain range during
clear, warm days.
Day 03: Depart from Paro (by Druk Air).
In the morning our escort will bid you farewell at Paro airport. Good-bye and happy journey back home.
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Program Details
Schedule
08:45-08:50
08:55-09:00
09:00-09:10
09:10-09:20
09:20-09:30
09:30-09:35
Keynote Speakers
Activity
DAY 1: 30th April 2015: Venue Hotel Le Meridien: Thimphu
Arrival of Chief Guest
Marchang Ceremony
Welcome Address by President BICTTA
Address by President ASOCIO
Address by H.E. Minister, MoIC
Inauguration of 2nd BIITTE & ASOCIO MTV & Launching of
Mobile Apps by H.E. Prime Minister
09:35-09:45
Address By Chief Guest
09:45-10:00
Tea /Refreshment Break
10:00-10:30
Session1: Harness ICT to Realize Happiness Society.
Dasho Kinley Dorji, Secretary,
MoIC.
10:30-10:55
Session 2: Asia IT Offshore Outsourcing Opportunities –
Perspectives and Expectations from Demand Side
Mr. Chandrasekhar President,
NASSCOM.
10:55-11:15
Tea Break
11:15-11:40
Session 3: Asia IT Offshore Outsourcing Challenges –
Building the Core Competence from Supply Side
Junko Kawauchi Vice President,
JISA.
11:40-12:05
Session 4: Develop High Cost/Performance Outsourcing
Human Resources
Mr. Lacdao, Executive Director,
Industry Affairs.
12:05-12:30
Session 5: Enabling ICT to Build a Digital equalled Society
Dr. Chadamas Thuvasethakul,
Executive Vice President, NSTDA
12:30-13:30
Network Lunch
13:30-15:00
Session 6: Business Match: BICTTA Members Introduce Their
Business & Areas of Collaboration
Tea Break
Session 7: Business Match: ASOCIO Member Companies
Introduce Their Business & Areas of Collaboration
Network Dinner – Informal Exchange of Business
Opportunities : Venue at Thimphu Tech Park
15:00-15:30
15:30-17:00
19:00-21:00
Schedule
Remarks
Activity
DAY 2: 1 May 2015: Venue Hotel Le Meridien: Thimphu
st
09:00-10:00
Sign Collaboration Memorandum of Understanding.
BICTTA/ASOCIO/MoIC
10:00-12:00
Government Dialogue (National ICT initiatives project, FDI
policy, Rules and Regulation, taxation and Fiscal incentives,
Immigration law etc.)
Award Ceremony
DITT, DOT, DRC,DoI,IDA
Singapore & Reliance, India.
13:30-17:00
1. Industrial Visit
2. Thimphu City Tour
1900-2100
Farewell Dinner :Venue Hotel Le Meridien
BICTTA
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