On 21 September 2023, H.E. Mr. Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs delivered a statement at the Preparatory Ministerial Meeting for the Summit of the Future, to be convened next year by the UN Secretary-General.

DPM/FM exchanged views on direction and future of the world, calling for a multilateralism that fits for the 21st century and beyond that must be effective, networked, and inclusive in order to respond to new challenges. A stronger and more networked UN must emphasize broadening of relations with regional organizations, which can also play an important role in promoting the New Agenda for Peace. On partnership, Thailand also supports youth participation in decision-making processes. Youth voices are critical in driving long-term strategic foresight. He also opined that the outcome document of the Summit, the Pact for the Future, must be action-oriented. In this regard, Thailand will attach importance to promoting human and health security through Universal Health Coverage and digital access for all.

The Summit of the Future to be convened next year will be an occasion for world leaders to shape a better world for future generations. It will focus on strengthening of multilateral system and the UN, reforming global governance and accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which have now reached halfway of their implementation.