FAPA-CP News and Activities

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 Bangkok, Thailand – May 17, 2025 - At The Four Wings Hotel in Bangkok, Assistant Professor Dr. Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil, President of the FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP), presided over the FAPA-CP Fellowship Ceremony, held as part of the Annual General Meeting of the Pharmaceutical Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage (PAT), a founding member of the Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA).

FAPA-CP advances pharmacist development through two primary pathways:

1. Completion of FAPA-CP-certified Fellowship programs, and
2. Recognition by professional experience and demonstrated expertise.

Those who meet the rigorous criteria are awarded the distinguished title Fellow of the FAPA College of Pharmacy (FACP).

In 2024, the FAPA-CP Executive Committee approved the conferral of Honorary FACP to five outstanding individuals—Mr. Noffendri Roestam, Mr. Nurul Falah Eddy Pariang, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Songsak Srianujata, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pornpen Pramyothin, Mr. Teera Chakajnarodom, and FACP certificates to 57 pharmacists (22 from Thailand and 35 from Indonesia). The primary conferment ceremony occurred on November 1, 2024, during the FAPA Congress in Korea, where four Honorary FACPs and 42 Fellows attended in person.

This special ceremony was held to honor Mr. Teera Chakajnarodom, R.Ph., who could not attend the Congress, and to officially present FACP certificates to six pharmacists who fulfilled the FACP requirements  but missed the Congress in Korea. .

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Bali, Indonesia. May 10, 2025 – Assistant Professor Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil, President of the FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP), and Associate Professor Nusaraporn Ketsomboon, Vice President, were invited speakers at HISFARMA 2025, the annual national scientific conference for community pharmacists organized by the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (IAI), held from May 9 to 11, 2025.

Their presentation focused on "MTM Adherence Tools for Chronic Disease in Community Pharmacy Practice." The session highlighted practical strategies and tools in Medication Therapy Management (MTM) to support chronic disease prevention and improve patient adherence in community pharmacy settings.

Franciscus Kristianto, Chairman of Continuing Education at the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (IAI), and the President of FAPA CP Indonesia Chapter served as the moderator for the session, facilitating in-depth discussions and audience interaction.

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 Bali, Indonesia. May 9, 2025 – Assistant Professor Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil, President of the FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP), and Associate Professor Nusaraporn Ketsomboon, Vice President, were invited speakers at HISFARMA 2025, the annual national scientific conference for community pharmacists organized by the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (IAI), held from May 9 to 11, 2025.

Their presentation focused on "MTM Adherence Tools for Chronic Disease in Community Pharmacy Practice." The session highlighted practical strategies and tools in Medication Therapy Management (MTM) to support chronic disease prevention and improve patient adherence in community pharmacy settings.

Franciscus Kristianto, Chairman of Continuing Education at the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (IAI), and the President of FAPA CP Indonesia Chapter served as the moderator for the session, facilitating in-depth discussions and audience interaction.

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Surabaya, Indonesia. May 8, 2025 - Dr. Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil and executives from the FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP) visited the Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Surabaya (UBAYA), Indonesia. They were warmly welcomed by Prof. Dr. Drs. apt. Antonius Adji Prayitno Setiadi, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, UBAYA, administrators, and faculty members.

The visit featured a collaborative presentation and knowledge exchange session as part of the Benchmarking Curriculum Forum, focusing on comparative pharmaceutical education systems in Thailand, Indonesia, and Japan. The forum explored both undergraduate pharmacy education and advanced professional development programs for practicing pharmacists.

Key contributors to the forum included Dr. Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil and Dr. Nusaraporn Ketsomboon from FAPA-CP, Prof. Dr. Antonius Adji Prayitno Setiadi of UBAYA, and Dr. Yoko Nanaumi, CEO of Seven Project and Seven Pharmacy, as well as the Chief Director of the Advanced Pharma Research Office in Japan.

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BANGKOK, February 6, 2025 - FAPA CP President Dr. Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil and executives conduct meeting with FAPA CP Indonesia chapter executives lead by 

Mr. Noffendri, President of the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (IAI),  to discuss and collaborate on the development of advanced pharmacy training program in Indonesia. The three initial areas of specialty are: 

1. Community Pharmacy
2. Cosmetics 
3. Pharmaceutical Logistics and Distribution

The meeting reached a consensus on establishing three certification levels for program participants: Assistant Fellow, Associate Fellow, and Fellow. The full training duration will span approximately 3–4 years. Further collaboration will be undertaken to finalize the detailed curriculum soon. Additionally,  Coursera platform will be utilized as learning platform and high quality content in coursera will be  incorporate in the training courses. Both parties also committed to accelerating the implementation of the FAPA CP training program in Indonesia, with monthly follow-up meetings to monitor progress. Furthermore, collaboration with Founder Fellows of FAPA CP Indonesia will focus on developing Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) and specialized training courses.

 SEOUL, November 2, 2024 - The Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA) held a strategic meeting . FAPA CP President Dr. Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil convened with FAPA President, Professor Yolanda Robles, and the FAPA Secretary General, Ms.Christine Ching Benosa, to discuss key initiatives for the organization's Community Pharmacy section.

The high-level meeting focused on charting the future direction of FAPA CP and developing comprehensive strategies to establish new chapters across FAPA member nations. The executive committee members of FAPA CP were also present for these strategic discussions.

This expansion initiative aims to strengthen the pharmacy professional development network throughout the Asian region under the FAPA umbrella. The meeting marks a significant step toward enhancing pharmaceutical services across member countries.

SEOUL, November 1, 2024, at The 30th FAPA Congress in Seoul, Dr. Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil, President of FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP), and Mr. Noffendri, President of the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (IAI), electronically signed a Memorandum of Understanding. 

The collaboration aims to establish the FAPA-CP Indonesia Chapter and develop joint postgraduate programs and specialized training to enhance continuous professional development for pharmacists. 

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SEOUL, November 1, 2024, at The 30th FAPA Congress in Seoul, Dr. Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil, President of FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP), and Dr. Aleth Therese L. Dacanay, President of the Philippines Pharmacists Association (PPhA), electronically signed a Memorandum of Understanding. 

The collaboration aims to establish joint postgraduate programs and specialized training to enhance continuous professional development for pharmacists. 

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 SEOUL, November 1, 2024, In a prestigious ceremony held during the 30th FAPA Congress in Seoul, Korea, the Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations College of Pharmacy (FAPA CP) awarded its highest distinction to five exceptional leaders in pharmacy practice, naming them Honorary Fellows of the FAPA College of Pharmacy (Hon. F.A.C.P.) for the year 2024. The Honorary Fellows are:

Associate Professor Songsak Srianujata, 

Mr. Teera Chakajnarodom,

Associate Professor Pornpen Pramyothin, 

Apt. Noffendri S.Si.

Drs. Nurul Falah Eddy Pariang

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SEOUL, November 1, 2024 - The Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations College of Pharmacy (FAPA CP) marked a significant milestone during its 2024 Graduation and Forum, held on November 1st at the 30th FAPA Congress in Seoul, Korea. The ceremony celebrated the induction of new prestigious Fellows of FAPA College of Pharmacy (F.A.C.P.).

This year's induction was particularly notable for the substantial contributions from Indonesia and Thailand. The Indonesia Chapter was at the forefront, contributing 35 Founder Fellows, while Thailand added 21 new Fellows, significantly enriching the College’s expanding network.

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SEOUL, November 1, 2024, The Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Association (FAPA-CP) convened a significant session focusing on advanced pharmaceutical training programs during the 30th FAPA Congress in Seoul. The special talks spotlighted existing advanced training frameworks in Korea and Thailand while examining developmental roadmaps for Indonesia and the Philippines.

The session served as a crucial platform for sharing experiences and best practices in pharmaceutical education across Asian nations. 

With established programs in Korea and Thailand serving as benchmarks, the discussions provided valuable insights for countries working to enhance their advanced training systems.

Of particular interest were the presentations on proposed roadmaps for Indonesia and the Philippines, outlining these nations' strategies to strengthen their pharmaceutical education frameworks. 

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 SEOUL, November 1, 2024, The Founder Fellows of FAPA CP Indonesia gathered for a special ceremony at the FAPA 2024 Conference in Seoul on November 1, 2024.

This establishment ceremony marks a significant milestone in the development of advanced pharmacy training in Indonesia and strengthens the professional network of pharmacists across Asia. The Indonesia Chapter joins the growing FAPA CP community, which aims to advance pharmacy training throughout Asian region.

The Founder Fellows of the Indonesia Chapter gathered in Seoul to celebrate this momentous occasion, signaling a new era of collaborative opportunities and professional growth in Asian pharmacy. This expansion is a strategic step toward realizing FAPA CP's vision of a unified, highly skilled pharmaceutical profession across Asia.