Thailand has announced the “Bangkok Dialogue Notes”, outlining five key ideas from the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group. The initiative aims to strengthen international cooperation amid global economic challenges and advance Thailand’s role as a “Trusted Connector.”

The reception welcomed more than 4,000 participants, including delegates from around the world and guests of the Thai Government, under the theme “A Journey to New Horizons.” The event was led by Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister of Thailand; Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance; and Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand, at One Bangkok Forum on 16 October 2026.

Highlights from the panel discussion "Thai MOF Flagship Event: Financing a Resilient Green Economy"Join the discussion hosted by Thailand’s Ministry of Finance to exchange perspectives on financing approaches that support the transition to a resilient green economy and help prepare for future challenges. The event brings together distinguished global leaders and experts, including:• Mr. Santitarn Sathirathai, Assistant Minister attached to the Ministry of Finance of Thailand• Ms. Anshula Kant, Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the World Bank Group• Dr. Ma Jun, Chairman and President of the Hong Kong Green Finance Association (HKGFA); Chairman of the Green Finance Committee; President of the Institute of Finance and Sustainability (IFS); and Chair of the Capacity-building Alliance of Sustainable Investment (CASI)• Mr. Jean-Paul Servais, Chairman of the Board of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) and Chairman of the Financial Services a

Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister of Thailand, delivered the opening remarks at the Plenary of the 2026 IMF–World Bank Group Annual Meetings,