On her Facebook account, Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has commended the Thailand Pavilion at the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings, which Thailand is hosting from 12 to 18 October at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. 

She said on her Facebook account, “From culture and creativity to business and innovation, the Thai Pavilion at the #IMFMeetings offers a fascinating journey through Thailand’s story. Inspiring to see how tradition and innovation come together to shape a dynamic future. Thank you to our Thai hosts for this memorable experience.”

The Thailand Pavilion is one of the main host-country programs that showcases Thailand’s development achievements and vision under the theme “Thailand’s New Horizons: Empowering People, Building Resilience.” 

It comprises the Royal Pavilion, which highlights the role of the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy in promoting people-centered development and building resilience, alongside three thematic exhibitions on Digital Empowerment, Climate Resilience, and Longevity, which present Thailand’s tangible achievements and future development priorities.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul presided over the opening ceremony of the Thailand Pavilion on 12 October. Attending the ceremony were Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand, Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, IMF Managing Director, Mr. Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group, and diplomatic corps.