On 29 October 2026, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Tupouto’a ‘Ulukalala, Minister for His Majesty’s Diplomatic Services of the Kingdom of Tonga, signed the Agreement between the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and the Government of the Kingdom of Tonga on Exemption of Visa Requirements for Holders of Diplomatic and Official Passports at the Press Conference Room, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The ceremony was witnessed by senior officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and members of the Tongan delegation.

The signing of the Agreement marks another important step in strengthening relations between Thailand and Tonga. The Agreement will facilitate exchanges of official visits and promote closer bilateral cooperation between the two countries. Under the Agreement, holders of valid diplomatic and official passports of both Parties will be exempted from visa requirements for entering, departing, or transiting through the territory of the other Party, and may stay for a period not exceeding 90 days within 180 days from the date of entry into the territory of the other Party. The Agreement will enter into force 30 days after the date of receipt of the last written notification through diplomatic channels confirming that both Parties have completed their respective internal procedures necessary for its entry into force.

Prior to the signing ceremony, both sides held a bilateral meeting to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between Thailand and Tonga, including development cooperation, tourism, humanitarian assistance and also discussed regional issues of mutual interest, including the role of major powers.

The Deputy Prime Minister also hosted a luncheon in honour of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince of Tonga.