Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs attends mobile cabinet meeting No. 1/2026 in Songkhla Province

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On 1 September 2026, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the mobile Cabinet meeting No. 1/2026 in Songkhla province, chaired by H.E. Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister, at the 60th Anniversary of His Majesty the King’s Accession to the Throne International Convention Center, Prince of Songkla University. His participation reflected the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’s active role in supporting a coordinated, whole-of-government approach to advancing development priorities in Thailand’s southern region.

The Deputy Prime Minister paid a working visit to Songkhla province from 30 - 31 August 2026 to hear and follow up on key issues of the area, as well as to promote regional development and strengthen connectivity in the southern border provinces, in line with the Royal Thai Government’s commitment to addressing local priorities and advancing development at the local level. The Deputy Prime Minister presided over a focus-group discussion on security affairs, which formed part of a workshop bringing together representatives from all sectors across the five southern border provinces to exchange views and formulate proposals to address challenges and respond to the needs of the area in a concrete manner, with a view to supporting sustainable development and enhancing the well-being of communities in the region. He also attended the Plenary Session of the workshop, chaired by H.E. Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister, at Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, Songkhla Campus.

The Deputy Prime Minister also held discussions with civil society representatives on initiatives to advance “Songkhla and its Associated Lagoon Settlements” recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The initiative underscores the importance of preserving the area’s cultural and natural heritage while creating opportunities for sustainable local development.

The Deputy Prime Minister visited the Padang Besar Customs House in Sadao District to review the operations of the border checkpoint and exchange views on ways to enhance its efficiency. The visit also focused on addressing operational challenges and facilitating smoother cross-border movement, thereby supporting trade, connectivity, and economic activities along the Thailand - Malaysia border. The Deputy Prime Minister also visited the Songkhla Passport Office to provide encouragement and support to the personnel, as well as to offer guidance on the future direction of the Office’s delivery of services.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs attends mobile cabinet meeting No. 1/2026 in Songkhla Province

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