The Singapore Tripartism Forum (STF) partners (i.e. Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF), the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)) are pleased to organise the STF Tripartite IR Seminar on 16 November 2009 supported by the Singapore Business Federation. The seminar will focus on strengthening industrial relations to tackle the challenges of re-employment of older workers, fair employment and managing manpower challenges in a "Cheaper, Better and Faster" (CBF) economy.

At this seminar, participants will also have the opportunity to engage Mr Lim Swee Say, Secretary General (NTUC), Mr Gan Kim Yong, Minister for Manpower (MOM) and Mr Stephen Lee, President (SNEF) at the dialogue session, which will be chaired by Mr John De Payva, President (NTUC).

Day/Date: Mon, 16 November 2009
Time: 9.30 am to 2.30pm/2.30pm to 5.00 pm (Registration starts at 8.45am)
Venue: Downtown East, Begonia Ballroom, Level 2 (1 Pasir Ris Close)

For the second time a Tripartite Friendly Bowling Match which will be held immediately after the seminar. This is a good opportunity to network in an informal environment, plus you’ll stand a chance to win attractive prizes. A Lucky Draw will also be held at the end of the day to encourage participation as supporters.

Due to limited space, please fill up the participation form early and fax it to at 6733-1644 to confirm your attendance. For more information, you may contact Muhammad Firdaus at 6827-6955 or email at mrevent@snef.org.sg.

Time	Programme
8.45 am	Registration & Breakfast
9.30 am	Welcome Address by President John De Payva, NTUC Opening Address by DSG Heng Chee How, NTUC
9.45 am	Presentation by NTUC on "Re-employment of Older Workers"
10.15 am	Dialogue - Chaired by Mr John De Payva, President, NTUC Panel: Mr Lim Swee Say, Secretary-General, NTUC Mr Gan Kim Yong, Minister for Manpower, MOM Mr Stephen Lee, President, SNEF
11.00 am	Tea Break
11.30 am	Presentation by SNEF on "Managing Manpower Challenges for Sustainable Competitiveness" Presentation by MOM on "Building an Inclusive Workforce through Responsible and Fair Employment Practices"
12.00 pm	Dialogue - Chaired by Mr John De Payva, President, NTUC Panel: Mr Lim Swee Say, Secretar-General, NTUC Mr Gan Kim Yong, Minister for Manpower, MOM Mr Stephen Lee, President, SNEF
1.15 pm	Lunch
2.30 pm	Tripartite Bowling Friendly at Orchid Bowl @ E! Hub
4.45 pm	Prize Presentation & Lucky Draw
5.00 pm	End

Registration

REGISTRATION FORM - Attn: Member Relations (MR) Dept
Fax: 6733 1644
Closing Date: 11 Nov 2009, Wed

Administrative Details:

1. Please fax registration form to reserve a seat. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission shall be allowed only upon presentation of confirmation from SNEF (i.e. confirmation stamp on the registration form).

2. The amount is inclusive of 7% GST and the seat confirmation is on first-come-first-serve basis.

3. Please enclose cheque payable to "SNEF", indicating your contact details, organization and the event name in the reverse side of cheque. Mail the cheque to SNEF, 19 Tanglin Road, #10-01/07, Tanglin Shopping Centre, S(247909)

4. If you have registered and unable to attend the briefing, please inform SNEF at least one day before the event, otherwise we will charge the non-member fee for your reservation. SNEF reserves the full right to cancel, refund or make adjustments to the event

5. For more information, please contact us at 6827-6955 or mrevent@snef.org.sg.

As part of this year's event, we are also organizing a tripartite bowling game to enhance social interaction among the tripartite partners. The friendly competition will be held at Orchid Bowl@E!Hub, Downtown East, immediately after the IR Seminar.

Singapore Tripartism Forum (STF)
Tripartite Friendly Bowling Match
16 Nov 2009, 2.30 pm - 5.00 pm (Orchid Bowl @ E!Hub)
Held immediately after the Tripartite IR Seminar 2009

Please fax the above Tripartite Friendly Bowling Match form to:
STF Organising Committee (c/o : SNEF MR Department)
Fax : 6733 1644