On 10 June 2026, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, delivered remarks and engaged with Japanese media at the Japan National Press Club (JNPC) during his visit to Tokyo to attend the 31st Nikkei Forum Future of Asia.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised the stability of the current government and its readiness to drive foreign policy in addressing the shifting global geopolitical and geoeconomic landscape and the develoments on Thai-Japanese relations as both countries prepare to celebrate the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027, particularly the role of Japanese investment in driving Thailand’s economy. He also offered insights into Thailand’s position on regional issues of the Japanese media’s interest, including the Thailand-Cambodia situation and the situation in Myanmar, while underscoring Thailand-Japan partnership as a cornerstone in maintaining a rules-based international order and promoting regional cooperation, in line with Japan’s Updated Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP).

Japan National Press Club (JNPC) is Japan’s only national non-profit organisation of Japanese media founded in 1969. JNPC has organised forums for leaders from many countries and international organizations, including Thailand, to present their vision and engage with the Japanese media.