# Thailand to Host 2026 IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/banking/319888-thailand-to-host-2026-imf-and-world-bank-annual-meetings-in-bangkok
- Published: 2026-07-16T11:20:00+07:00
- Author: News Desk

**The Ministry of Finance** and **the Bank of Thailand** jointly proclaimed Thailand’s
readiness to host the **“2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund
and the World Bank Group”**.

This premier global economic and financial forum—often referred to as the “Olympics
of Finance” —will take place on 12–18 October 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National
Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok. Over 15,000 delegates from 191 countries, 
including global policymakers, economists, government representatives, private sector
executives, and members of the media, will gather to discuss the future of the global
economy. This marks a historic return after Thailand set a milestone with its successful
and prestigious debut as host in 1991.

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**Mr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance**, stated
that hosting this summit is a major opportunity to deliver tangible benefits to 
Thailand and its citizens. It will stimulate the economy, elevate Thailand’s global
credibility, and internationally showcase local community capabilities under the
concept of “Empowering Community: From Local to Global.

As host, Thailand has introduced the core theme: **“Thailand’s New Horizons: Empowering
People, Building Resilience.”** This theme aligns with the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy(
SEP), a paradigm which promotes a balanced, sustainable, resilient, and people-centric
development framework.

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In driving policy on the global stage, the Thai government has linked its vision
and fiscal policies to address today’s challenges, building economic strength and
readiness to cope with changes across all dimensions. This is achieved through four
pillars that represent key strategic issues currently being addressed by countries
worldwide, comprising:

 * **Digital and AI Transformation for Inclusive and Resilient Growth:** Thailand
   stands ready to serve as a model for other nations in developing Digital Public
   Infrastructure (DPI), highlighting success stories like PromptPay and Cross-Border
   QR payments, as well as the integration of data and AI to optimize public services
   and healthcare policies with precision.
 * **Building Resilience in a Fragmented World:** Showcasing Thailand’s potentials
   as a “Trusted Hub” for trade, finance, and investment in Asia, while promoting
   highly resilient supply chains and innovative forms of international cooperation.
 * **Building a New Financial Architecture for Climate Adaptation:** Championing
   the reform of global financial structures to support equitable energy transitions
   and climate adaptation.
 * **Demographic Change and the Longevity Economy:** Turning the challenges of an
   aging society into economic opportunities and robust financial preparedness.

**Source** : [https://www.bot.or.th/en/news-and-media/news/news-20260714.html](https://www.bot.or.th/en/news-and-media/news/news-20260714.html?rand=113190)