On 13 February 2024, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, spoke at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on “the impact of climate change and food insecurity on the maintenance of international peace and security”at the UN Headquarters in New York, chaired by H.E. Mr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, the President of Guyana.

VFM stressed the importance of people-centered approach in all aspects of efforts in human development and human security. He also reiterated that strengthened coordination between UNSC and other UN bodies is essential to addressing today’s challenges.

VFM mentioned that climate change, as urgent threat to all, needs to be addressed under UNFCCC and the Paris agreement. Due to their interconnectedness, climate change, food insecurity, and conflicts require systematic and integrated consideration as well as international cooperation and multilateralism. Thailand, therefore, views Summit of the Future as opportunity to reinvigorate multilateralism with UN at its core.

Furthermore, in mentioning Thailand’s candidature to the Human Rights Council for the term 2025-2027, VFM stressed Thailand’s aspiration to make the work of the HRC more impactful for individuals on the ground.