Policy Statement of the Council of Ministers of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra

Policy Statement of the Council of Ministers (excerpts on foreign policy)

“... The Government will transform geopolitical challenges between major powers into strategies that enhance opportunities for Thailand and complement the interests of our people in the most beneficial way, whereby:

1. The Government will maintain a firm posture of not becoming party to international conflicts (Non-Conflict) and will advance relations with other countries sincerely and constructively within the framework of international laws and norms, with our national interest at the core. We are determined to work with other countries to promote peace and common prosperity (Active Promoter of Peace and Common Prosperity) so that Thailand becomes a land of opportunity for Thais and foreigners, attracting highly-skilled workers, and targeted groups of entrepreneurs and investors to promote the growth of the Thai economy.
2. The Government will continue its proactive economic diplomacy and the enhancement of the country’s Soft Power to promote trade, investment and tourism, especially in new markets, to create opportunities for economic development cooperation and to address issues that require bilateral and multilateral cooperation while expediting negotiations on free trade agreements (FTA) with major trading partners in order to elevate national standards, augment Thailand’s role on the global stage and advance preparations for our membership in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) which my Government will be carrying on from the previous Government.”