On 14 October 2026, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with The Right Honourable Edward Samuel Miliband, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom, on the occasion of his visit to Thailand to attend the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group.

Both sides discussed ways to further strengthen and advance the Thailand–UK Strategic Partnership, with particular emphasis on promoting trade and investment, including the possibility of pursuing a Thailand–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), as well as enhancing cooperation in renewable energy and climate adaptation. They also exchanged views on regional and international developments.