On 6 October 2022, H.E. Ms. Vimolbajra Ruksakiati, Ambassador of Thailand to Norway, held a meeting with H.E. Mr. Högni S. Kristjánsson, Ambassador of Iceland to Norway, on the occasion of Ambassador Kristjánsson’s presentation of the letter of credence to His Majesty King Harald V of the Kingdom of Norway. Ms. Potchamas Saengthien, Counsellor, also participated in the meeting.

 

Both sides exchanged views on ways to promote bilateral relations between Thailand and Iceland, especially in the field of tourism. Before the COVID-19 situation, many Thais would like to visit Iceland and Thailand was among the popular destinations for Icelandic tourists. Therefore, both sides hope that the lifting of travel measures would mark the revival of exchange of tourists between the two countries. Both sides also agreed that the ongoing Thai-EFTA FTA negotiations will contribute to expanding trade volume between Thailand and the members of European Free Trade Association (EFTA), including Iceland. On this occasion, Ambassador Vimolbajra informed Ambassador Kristjánsson of Thailand’s bid to host EXPO 2028 – Phuket and seek Icelandic’s side support. The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is comprised of Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein.

 

The Thai Embassy in Oslo looks forward to further enhancing our close cooperation between our two Embassies for the continued close and friendly relations between Thailand and Iceland.