Krabi Asian British Parliamentary Debating Championships (Krabi ABP) 2024
The Asian British Parliamentary Debating Championships (colloquially known as “ABP”) is an annual debating competition for university students in the Asian region.
This competition follows the Asian Parliamentary Debating format and is held every year. Traditionally, this championship is attended by renowned debaters from prestigious institutions in China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Macao among others.
The previous edition of ABP was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The reigning champions are Bea Cuizon and Rivaldo Aquino from Ateneo De Manila Univeristy.
General Info
05 Oct 2024 – 10 Oct 2024
02:00 PM – 01:30 PM
(GMT +7) Krabi, Thailand
📍 Krabi, Thailand
Format
Debate
Asian BP
2 members per team
Type
University level
University level
Asia region
Other Info
Judge Rule: N-1
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Legacy
The epitome of the Asia
Featuring the brightest minds in Asia, ABP consistently reigns supreme as the distinguished platform for uniting the best of the university institutions in the Asian region.
The ABP masterfully unites the most brilliant minds from across the region to become part of the intellectual legacy of this historical championship. This championship adheres to the Asian Parliamentary Debating format that propels the most profound exchanges of ideas in the region.
Accommodation
Bluesotel, Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand
Hotel Exterior
No. of Rooms: 219
Hotel Lobby
Check-in: After 14:00
Superior Bedroom
Area: 36 sqm
Restaurant
Dining Area
Debate Venue
Bluesotel, Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand
Main Event Building
Bluesotel SMART
Convening Hall
Capacity: 220 pax
Debate Halls
debating area
Team Bonding Spaces
Lounge
Convenor
Geri Ami
EduDrift, Singapore
Geri Ami is poised to assume the formidable position of convenor for the upcoming Krabi ABP 2024. Her remarkable legacy in the realm of regional championship convening radiates with her previous exceptional orchestration of the Krabi Australs, Bali ABP, and Guangzhou NEADC. With each event under her capable leadership, Geri has consistently delivered a remarkable blend of efficiency, innovation, and unyielding dedication. She has consistently showcased her unparalleled talents, elevating these tournaments to new heights and setting a standard. Without a shadow of a doubt, she stands as the unrivaled champion of convening regional championships, a virtuoso in her field.
Chief Adjudicators
Tobi Leung, Philippines
World Champion, 2023
Shaun Lee
Australasian Grand Finalist, 2023
Tournament Advisers
Chinmaya Mohan
India, Australs Grand Finals Judge (Open) 2022
Daniel Haikal
Malaysia, Australs Champion (ESL) 2023
Yago Park
South Korea, NEADC Finalist 2020
Asif Mehedi
Bangladesh, Worlds Grand Finalist (ESL) 2020
Bea Legaspi
Philippines, Australasian Grand Finalist 2022
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Krabi ABP 2024 Break Night
Upbeat Bar
Welcome Socials
BBQ and Welcome Drinks
BBQ Night
Welcome Drinks
Pool Party
Welcome Party
Welcome Party
To kick off the championships, participants will be treated to a refreshing welcome beverage and festive music.
Tournament Schedule
All times are indicated in (GMT +7) Krabi, Thailand time.
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
Saturday – 05 October 2024 | |
02:00 PM | Event Check-in |
03:00 PM | Hotel Check-in |
Sunday – 06 October 2024 | |
08:00 AM | Hotel Buffet Breakfast |
0900 AM | Pre-Council Meeting |
11:00 AM | Debater, Judge, Equity, and Language Briefings |
01:00 PM | Lunch |
02:00 PM | Round 01 |
04:00 PM | Round 02 |
06:00 PM | BBQ Night Socials |
Monday – 07 October 2024 | |
08:00 AM | Hotel Buffet Breakfast |
09:00 AM | Round 03 |
11:00 AM | Round 04 |
01:00 PM | Lunch |
02:00 PM | Round 05 |
04:00 PM | Round 06 (silent) |
06:00 PM | In-hotel Dinner |
07:00 PM | Upbeat Bear Breaknight |
Tuesday – 08 October 2024 | |
08:00 AM | Hotel Buffet Breakfast |
09:00 AM | Main Council Session |
01:00 PM | Lunch for Council Attendees |
Wednesday – 09 October 2024 | |
08:00 AM | Hotel Buffet Breakfast |
09:00 AM | Open Octo Finals |
10:30 AM | Open Quarter Finals / EFL Quarter Finals |
12:30 PM | Lunch |
01:30 PM | EFL Semi Finals |
03:00 PM | Open Semi Finals |
06:00 PM | Contingent dinner (not provided) |
Thursday – 10 October 2024 | |
08:00 AM | Hotel Buffet Breakfast |
09:00 AM | Hotel Check-out |
11:00 AM | EFL Grand Finals |
12:00 PM | Open Grand Finals |
01:30 PM | Finale Gala Lunch and Awarding Ceremony |
Explore
Explore the wonders of Krabi
Ao Nang Beach
1 minute from the hotel
Noppharat Thara Beach
12 minutes from the hotel
Phra Nang Cave
29 minutes from the hotel
Tiger Cave Temple
34 minutes from the hotel
Emerald Pool
1 hour and 22 minutes from the hotel
Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary
15 minutes from the hotel
Mountain Buddha Temple
13 minutes from the hotel
Ao Nang Mosque
3 minutes from the hotel
Secure your registration now!
Limited spots available
Debate Team (2 members)
twin-sharing room
Institutional Adjudicator
twin-sharing room
Independent Adjudicator
twin-sharing room
Observer (twin-sharing room)
twin-sharing room
Observer (single room)
single room