On 13 January 2023, Mrs. Eksiri Pintaruchi, Director-General of Department of International Organizations, delivered an opening statement at the Thammasat University Model United Nations Conference 2023 (TUMUN Conference 2023) under the theme “Revising the world order” at United Nations Conference Center (UNCC). The event was organized by Thammasat University Model United Nations Club, with support from the United Nations Association of Thailand and various private sector partners.

In her opening statement, the Director-General pointed out that current global challenges, ranging from the socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic to the climate crisis and geopolitical tensions, created an even greater need for international cooperation with the United Nations at the center to address challenges. She also reaffirmed Thailand’s strong commitment to multilateralism and support for the UN Secretary-General’s ongoing reform agenda to strengthen the United Nations system and enhance international cooperation under its aegis.

In the afternoon, participants heard presentations by Ms. Jitvipa Benjasil, Director of the Social Division, and Mr. Panuwat Prommanon, Counsellor from the Peace, Security, and Disarmament Division on the topics of non-traditional security and traditional security challenges in the international order during the post COVID-19 era. Both sessions were well-attended by over 100 participants, including Thammasat University students who were also taking part in simulated United Nations meetings.