NEW YORK, USA — 26 May 2026, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow attended an open debate of the United Nations Security Council on upholding the UN Charter and strengthening the UN-centred international system, held at UN Headquarters in New York.
The session, convened under the agenda item “Maintenance of international peace and security,” was chaired by Wang Yi, Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, in China’s capacity as UNSC President for May 2026.
In his statement, Sihasak underscored the fundamental importance of the UN-centred international system in safeguarding the rules, norms, and principles accepted by member states, noting that the United Nations has served as the bedrock of international relations over the 80 years since its founding.
Thailand, as a trusted partner and responsible UN member, said it stands ready to work with the international community through three key approaches: fostering collective responsibility; advancing reforms of the United Nations, including the Security Council; and promoting regionalism and minilateral cooperation that complement the UN system.
Sihasak also responded to remarks made by Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister on Thailand-Cambodia relations, reaffirming Thailand’s full commitment to the ceasefire between the two countries and its intention to work toward sustainable peace. He stressed that Thailand does not seek any territorial claims against any country.
