Thailand’s Ministry of Finance and IMF reviewed preparations for the 2026 Annual Meetings, highlighting progress in logistics, security, and facilities at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok.
📅 Event & Timing: Thailand will host the 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and World Bank Group from October 12–18, 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok.
🤝 Organizers: The Ministry of Finance, the Bank of Thailand, and the IMF are jointly overseeing preparations.
🏗️ Preparations: Progress has been made in logistics, construction, security, and branding, with strong coordination among stakeholders.
🌍 Bangkok’s Role: The QSNCC is praised as a world-class facility, reinforcing Bangkok’s position as a regional hub for international conferences.
Bangkok, Thailand — March 4, 2026: Thailand’s Ministry of Finance, the Bank of Thailand, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today took stock of preparations for the 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and the World Bank Group, which Thailand will host from October 12–18, 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). The discussion brought together Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas; Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance; Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand; and Dr. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the IMF.
The authorities and the IMF were very pleased with progress in many areas, including construction, security, and branding. Preparations are advancing well, supported by close coordination between all stakeholders. They praised the world-class facilities at QSNCC, which stands ready to host the Meetings, and highlighted Bangkok’s role as a leading regional hub for international conferences. The partnership between the IMF and the authorities has been excellent and will ensure successful and impactful meetings. The 2026 Annual Meetings will mark the second time Thailand hosts the Annual Meetings at QSNCC, following the 1991 Meetings.
Dr. Nitithanprapas states that Thailand’s selection as the host country once again represents an important opportunity for the nation. “Hosting the 2026 Annual Meetings at the QSNCC, the venue built specifically for hosting 1991 Annual Meetings, symbolizes not only Thailand’s significant progress made over the past 35 years but also its continued role as a pillar of stability and a hub for global economic cooperation,” Dr. Nitithanprapas said. “Importantly, Thailand is only the third country outside of the United States to host this ‘Olympics of Finance’ more than once, further showcasing Thailand’s capacity to organize world-class events.”
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