On 11 November 2026, H.E. Mr. Vijavat Isarabhakdi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, attended the “Viet Nam - Thailand Connect 2026: 50 Years Together - Building the Next Chapter” at The Athenee Hotel, Bangkok.

The Vice Minister delivered remarks on “Turning the Three Connects into Shared Growth.” He outlined developments in translating the
Thailand - Viet Nam Plan of Action on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership into concrete actions and measurable outcomes. He also emphasized the “Three Connects” strategy; connecting supply chains, connecting local economies, and connecting sustainable development strategies to bring peace and prosperity to the people and region.

The event was held by the Embassy of Viet Nam in Bangkok to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Viet Nam with more than 60 representatives from both government and private sectors, such as the Thai Chamber of Commerce, the Thailand - Vietnam Business Council, the Thailand - Viet Nam Friendship Association, CP, WHA, GULF, SCG, Amata, Kbank and FPT.