On 10 August 2026, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with H.E. Mr. Pablo Kang, Ambassador of Australia to Thailand, upon his assumption of duty, to discuss ways to further advance the close bilateral relations between Thailand and Australia as strategic partners, preparations for the signing of the Joint Plan of Action to Implement the Thailand - Australia Strategic Partnership 2026 – 2029, the exchange of high-level visits, as well as preparations for the commemoration of the 75th anniversary of Thailand - Australia diplomatic relations in 2027.