In his statement at the General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, United Nations Headquarters, in New York on 27 September 2025, Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, emphasized that Thailand strongly supports the UN80 initiative.

He said, “As the UN turns 80, our task is simple but profound: to come together under One Dedication. We are all bound by ideals, norms, and principles of the UN Charter. But the world has changed dramatically. Renewing our dedication to multilateralism is no longer optional.

“But the truth is, the history of the UN is filled with promises made but not kept. Each unfulfilled pledge erodes credibility and weakens global trust. If the UN is to remain at the heart of multilateralism, we cannot afford to repeat this cycle. 

“That is why the Pact for the Future, adopted last year, must become a blueprint for action. To deliver meaningful progress, our national actions must match our collective pledges. 

“But for the UN to effectively deliver on its tasks, it must be equipped with the resources it needs. We must ensure the UN has the means to achieve the ends it has been mandated to undertake, so that the UN can remain a driving force for peace and development.

“As we seek to rebuild, reinvigorate and reform the UN, we must be guided by the vision of One Future. 

“For the UN to guide us into the future, comprehensive reforms, including the Security Council, are imperative. The UN must be more representative, transparent, accountable, and also fit for the future: coherent in action, relatable to people, and adaptive to change. 

“That is why Thailand strongly supports the UN80 initiative. It is not just about closing the financial gaps, but a once-in-a-lifetime chance to make the UN reconnect with the people it serves.

 “But as we strengthen the UN, we must recognize its limits. The UN cannot do everything, and multilateralism is bigger than the UN alone. It thrives when rooted in strong regionalism. Regional institutions are the first responders to crises, the builders of trust among neighbors, and the bridge between global commitments and local realities.

“For Thailand, ASEAN is our home and our center. The upcoming 15th  ASEAN–UN Summit will show how shared principles become practical cooperation. Thailand is fully committed to advancing this partnership, so that regional voices are fully heard in shaping global solutions. 

“Building a strong global community goes beyond our generation. That is why we must embrace the power of youth. Marking the 30th anniversary of the World Program of Action for Youth, Thailand reaffirms its commitment to invest and empower young people and give them real opportunities to drive change. 

“With this in mind, Thailand is proud to have youth delegates joining our national delegation to the UNGA, so they can actively participate in shaping the future they envision. 

“For in the end, the future belongs to them. It should, therefore, be built by them.
 
“In its 80th year, the United Nations must live up to its very name -- Nations that stand United. We gather here not only in celebration of what has been achieved, but to look ahead to what more we can accomplish together. 

“The lesson of eighty years is clear: we are strongest when we stand as One Community, bound by One Dedication, and united in shaping One Future for All. This is the true meaning of Better Together as One. 

“Thailand pledges to do our part. But more than that — we challenge ourselves, and all our friends here today, to turn words into deeds. That is how we will make the next eighty years better than the last.”