FAPA-CP News and Activities

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Bangkok, November 14, 2025

The FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP) Thailand Chapter is now inviting applications from distinguished pharmacists for the prestigious Fellowship of FAPA College of Pharmacy (FACP). This fellowship recognizes practitioners with exceptional qualifications and a strong, demonstrated commitment to advancing pharmacy practice.

Two pathways are available for applicants: Pathway A for those who have completed FAPA CP-accredited Equivalent Training Programs, and Pathway B for licensed pharmacists with at least 10 years of experience who have not completed such training. The deadline for all submissions is December 25, 2025.

For detailed information on the application process, required documents, and evaluation steps, please review the full announcement. (See detail information)

Online, Zoom – November 21, 2025 

The 4th MTM Forum Asia

Topic "Lessons Learned from Providing Medication Therapy Management Through Home Visits"

Speaker: Dr. Sirirat Tunpichart

The forum will take place on:

Friday, November 21, 2025

Time: 07:00 PM Bangkok (ICT / GMT+7) 

🔗 Zoom Link: 

Meeting ID: 982 9352 3312

Password: 414681

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Online, Zoom – October 20, 2025 

Please note that our upcoming virtual gathering has been moved to a new date.

The forum will now take place on:

New Date: Monday, October 20, 2025

Time: 07:00 PM Bangkok (ICT / GMT+7) (The time remains the same)

All other details, including the Zoom link, Meeting ID, and password, are unchanged.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and look forward to seeing you on the new date!

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 Bangkok, Thailand – June 1, 2025 

The Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations – College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP) extends its warmest and most sincere congratulations to Associate Professor Narisa Kamkaen, Fellow of FAPA-CP (FACP), on her appointment as the Dean of the Establishment Project of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Pathumthani University, effective June 1, 2025.

This prestigious appointment is a testament to Associate Professor Kamkaen's exemplary leadership, commitment to pharmaceutical education, and significant contributions to the pharmacy profession. We wish her continued success in her new role and in her efforts to advance pharmaceutical sciences in the country as well as the region.

 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.

(See detail information)

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 1, 2024 

Assistant Professor Dr.Rungpetch Sakulbumrungsil, President of the FAPA College of Pharmacy (FAPA-CP), receiving the FAPA Ishidate Award in The Pharmacy Education Section.

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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