On 18 June 2025, H.E. Mr. Maris Sangiampongsa, Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended a luncheon hosted by Ms. Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), at the United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC), Bangkok.
Both sides discussed the overall operations of ESCAP and other UN agencies based in Thailand, particularly in terms of enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening the role and relevance of the UN in addressing evolving global challenges. Following the luncheon, the Executive Secretary invited the Foreign Minister to tour the UNCC and the ESCAP Secretariat Building, including the Vithes and the Asia-Pacific Lounges, financially supported by the Royal Thai Government for their renovation. The lounges are open for use by the UN staff and visitors attending meetings and events at the UNCC. They serve as spaces for networking and discussions to foster further cooperation among all parties.