Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain co-chaired the 8th Thailand - Spain Political Consultations

วันที่นำเข้าข้อมูล 22 Oct 2026

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On 21 October 2026, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, together with H.E. Mr. José Manuel Albares Bueno, Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation co-chaired the 8th Thailand - Spain Political Consultations, in Madrid, marking the first time the meeting was elevated to the ministerial level, reflecting the growing interest both sides attach to their relations and cooperation.

Both sides discussed ways to enhance political and security cooperation, including promoting high-level exchanges,as well as defence and security cooperation, particularly relating to cybersecurity and combating online scams.

On economic cooperation, both sides discussed promoting trade and investment, which have potential for further growth, particularly in renewable energy, medical technology, nanotechnology and infrastructure development. They also supported cooperation in the defence industry, as well as research and innovation. In addition, both sides discussed promoting tourism cooperation and supporting a resumption of ldirect flights between Bangkok and Madrid.

Within the Thailand - European Union (EU) framework, Thailand sought Spain’s support for advancing the Thailand - EU Free Trade Agreement. They also discussed promoting ASEAN - EU cooperation and Thailand’s accession process to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Thailand also pursued cooperation towards visa exemption for Thai nationals travelling to the Schengen Area and sought support to Thailand’s candidatures in the elections of international organizations.

Both sides then exchanged views on key international and regional developments, including the Russia - Ukraine conflict, the situation in the Middle East, the Thailand - Cambodia situation, and the situation in Myanmar.

On this occasion, both sides signed the Agreement on the Exemption of Visa Requirements for Holders of Official Passports and the Memorandum of Understanding between the Devawongse Varopakarn Institute of Foreign Affairs and the Diplomatic School of Spain. They also expressed support for expediting the signing of a memorandum of understanding on infrastructure and transport in the future.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain co-chaired the 8th Thailand - Spain Political Consultations

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