Bangkok:Thailand is preparing to host the IMF-World Bank 2026, marking a significant opportunity to enhance its economic stature on the global stage.
According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Ekniti Nitithanprapas, will lead efforts to showcase Thailand's role in international finance. This initiative includes attending four major global forums and engaging in 30 bilateral meetings with key international financial figures, aiming to transform this event into a catalyst for the Thai economy.
On October 13, 2026, Mr. Ekniti is scheduled to participate in a panel discussion titled 'Thai MOF Flagship Event Building Resilience in a Fragmented World,' featuring notable figures such as Kristalina Georgieva, Ajay Banga, and Rikka Purra. This discussion will focus on strategies to build economic resilience amid global uncertainties.
The same day, Mr. Ekniti will join the 'IMF APD Thailand Special Seminar Bangkok 1991-2026,' which will review Thailand's economic progress since hosting the first IMF-World Bank meeting in 1991. The seminar will also explore ways to drive future economic growth.
On October 15, 2026, Mr. Ekniti will participate in the 'IMF Flagship Global Debate,' addressing critical global challenges like public debt and technological disruptions with other prominent economic leaders.
Concluding the event on October 17, 2026, Mr. Ekniti will present at the 'Bangkok Dialogue Notes,' summarizing Thailand's key messages and policy initiatives aimed at fostering ongoing international cooperation.
Beyond the forums, Mr. Ekniti's agenda includes 30 bilateral meetings designed to strengthen international economic relations and explore new investment opportunities, reinforcing Thailand's position in the global economy.