On 13 February 2026, H.E. Mr. Vijavat Isarabhakdi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, attended the opening ceremony of the 62nd Munich Security Conference in Munich, Federal Republic of Germany. This year’s conference brought together more than 1,000 participants from 115 countries, including heads of state, foreign ministers, representatives of international organizations, civil society, the private sector, media, and academia. Notable attendees included the Chancellor of Germany, the President of France, the United States Secretary of State, and the Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China. The discussions focused on international security issues under the theme “Under Destruction.”
On the sidelines of the conference, the Vice Foreign Minister held talks with H.E. Mr. Gunther Krichbaum, Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office of Germany. The German side congratulated Thailand on its recent election results and expressed confidence in the stability of the new government, while also inquiring about Thailand’s constitutional amendment process. Both sides discussed opportunities for cooperation in trade and investment. Germany reaffirmed its strong support for the conclusion of the Thailand - European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and recognized Thailand’s investment potential, particularly in the automotive industry. Both sides also agreed that amid geopolitical and global economic uncertainties, closer cooperation is essential. On this occasion, the Thai side sought Germany’s support for Thailand’s candidacy for a judge position at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), as well as participation in the Online Scams conferences to be hosted by Thailand this year. Both sides expressed their commitment to working closely together for the mutual benefit of both countries.