Siam Paragon premiered on December 9, 2005 with a spectacular gala celebration to mark the grand opening of "The Pride of Bangkok" - the world-class shopping and entertainment phenomenon. After 2  years of anticipation since construction began in June 2003, with total spending Baht 15 billion (US$ 375 million) in project, totaling 500,000 square meter of prime land, is ready to embrace over 250 famed international and local brand names under one roof.

The complex also features a Department Store, Edutainment and Exploration centers including the Baht 1 billion (US$ 25 million) largest aquarium in Asia created by Oceanis Australia Group, and an outstanding Entertainment venue. Siam Paragon is right on course to become "The Jewel of Asia."

Siam Paragon aims to stimulate the economy and promote a strong confidence among foreign investors. Created as a national showpiece strategically located in the heart of the capital, Siam Paragon effectively enhances Bangkok as a world-class destination for a supreme shopping and entertainment experience.

Siam Paragon is a joint venture between Siam Piwat and The Mall Group, two of the most prominent Thai retail real estate developers. The fifty-fifty equity cooperation is registered as Siam Paragon Development Co., Ltd. and Siam Paragon Retail Co. Ltd. with an initial capitalization of Baht 600 million (US$ 15 million). For over three decades, Siam Piwat continues to enjoy fame as the successful owner and operator of two favorite shopping landmarks in Bangkok: Siam Center and Siam Discovery.

The Mall Group is a distinguished retail real estate developer with a high reputation as the operator of the popular The Mall Shopping Complex and the exclusive Emporium Shopping Complex. Siam Paragon Development Co., Ltd. is jointly managed by Mr. Charnchai Charuvastra, Chairman and Mrs.Chadatip Chutrakul, CEO (Siam Piwat); and Ms. Supaluck Umpujh, Vice Chairman and Mr. Kriengsak Tantiphipop, Chief Marketing Officer (The Mall Group).

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