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Important News and Updates

OECD
4 June 2026

NESDC Discusses Public Sector Reform, AI Ethics, and Development Cooperation Opportunities with OECD

On June 4, 2026, the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), as the main coordinating agency for Thailand’s OECD accession, met with representatives from the OECD Development Co-operation Directorate and the Public Governance Directorate during the OECD Council meeting at the OECD Headquarters in Paris, France. During the discussion with the […]

OECD
4 June 2026

Thailand Joins OECD Forum to Drive Industrial Growth Policies and Fair Competition

Dr. Kirida Bhaopichitr, Assistant Minister to the Ministry of Commerce, along with Mr. Weeraphong Prapha, Thai Trade Representative, Dr. Piyanuch Wuttisorn, Assistant Minister to the Ministry of Commerce, Mr. Ekachat Seetavorarat, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, and Mrs. Pimchanok Pitfield, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Thailand to the WTO and WIPO, attended […]

OECD
4 June 2026

The 2026 OECD Council at Ministerial Level (MCM) Meeting, held from June 3-4, 2026, in Paris, French Republic.

Mr. Santitarn Sathirathai, Vice Minister for Finance, attended the 2026 Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Council at Ministerial Level (MCM) Meeting. He also held bilateral discussions with representatives from the Republic of Lithuania, the Republic of Singapore, the Republic of Indonesia, and senior OECD executives between June 3-4, 2026, in Paris, French Republic.The […]

OECD
4 June 2026

Thailand Joins OECD MCM to Drive Reforms and Enhance Multilateral Cooperation

Thailand, represented by Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Ministerial Council Meeting (OECD MCM) for 2026 at the OECD Headquarters in Paris, French Republic, from June 3–4, 2026. The delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Commerce, […]

OECD
2 June 2026

Thailand Discusses with OECD and Candidate Countries to Advance National Development According to International Standards at the ACM Forum

On June 2, 2026, Thailand, represented by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), led by Ms. Rujikorn Saengchantr, Director-General of the Department of International Economic Affairs, in her capacity as the main coordinator for the OECD accession process, attended the Accession Coordination Meeting […]

OECD
19 May 2026

The Cabinet approves the goal for Thailand to become an OECD member by 2028 and appoints a national committee as a key mechanism to drive cooperation across all sectors.

Photo: Royal Thai Government On May 19, 2026, the Cabinet acknowledged the progress of Thailand’s OECD accession process and approved the appointment of the Committee for Directing Thailand’s Accession to the OECD. Chaired by the Prime Minister, the committee aims to set the direction, expedite, and monitor the operations of all sectors effectively and with […]

OECD
19 May 2026

Thailand Commences Fact-Finding Mission: A Significant Step Toward OECD Membership

On May 18, 2026, Mr. Pakorn Nilprapunt, Deputy Prime Minister, led a delegation of representatives from relevant government agencies to participate in a Fact-Finding Mission meeting with officials from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in Bangkok. This marks the beginning of the technical assessment process within the regulatory policy framework, which is […]

OECD
12 May 2026

NESDC Reporting CP2 Cooperation Results to the OECD: Advancing Towards Full Membership

On May 11, 2026, a Thai delegation led by Mr. Danucha Pichayanan, Secretary-General of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), and Mr. Nikorndej Balankura, Ambassador of Thailand to France, along with Thai officials, attended the External Relations Committee (ERC) meeting at the OECD Headquarters in Paris, France. The purpose was to report on […]

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The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organization that plays a key role in providing research, consultation, the exchange of best practices, and policy recommendations aimed at promoting stability, equality, well-being, and an improved quality of life — in line with its vision of “Better Policies for Better Lives.”

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The OECD originated from the Organisation of European Economic Cooperation (OEEC), which was established in 1948 under the Marshall Plan to help rebuild the economies of European countries after World War II. Later, in 1961, it was restructured as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), with its headquarters located in Paris, France.

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Committees (Committees)

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The Secretariat consists of directorates with over 3,300 staff members. It collects data and presents analytical results along with policy recommendations to support committee discussions as directed by the Council.

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Related Cabinet Resolutions

Cabinet ResolutionSubjectLink
18 May 2018Approval and authorization to implement the Country Programme (CP) project –
23 March 2020Progress of the Strategic Co-ordination and Monitoring project under the Country Programme between Thailand and OECD
315 February 2022Summary of the Country Programme (CP) Phase I implementation between Thailand and OECD
421 February 2023Approval for the implementation of Country Programme (CP) Phase II and signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the renewal of the Country Programme between the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
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26 December 2023Submission of the Letter of Intent from the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
618 February 2025Approval of the fiscal year 2025 budget, central budget, reserve for emergency or necessary expenses to implement the project for the OECD membership process
78 July 2025Approval and acknowledgment of the results of the Steering Committee meeting on Thailand’s OECD membership process, and assignment of relevant agencies to continue driving Thailand’s OECD membership concretely

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organization that plays a crucial role in providing research information and advice, exchanging best practices, and developing policy recommendations to promote security, equality, well-being, and improved quality of life, in line with the vision “Better Policies for Better Lives.”

  1. Promote cooperation to address global economic issues by providing a forum for exchanging information and policy experiences.
  2. Collect and disseminate important statistical data. OECD publishes knowledge in various fields annually and maintains over 40 global and country-specific economic databases.
  3. Serve as a source of knowledge and disseminate in-depth country information through experts in both theory and practice.
  4. Provide advice to government agencies of various countries and offer research services to other international organizations such as the UN and IMF.
  5. Establish global standards covering various fields crucial for national development by defining instruments or other documents that promote global economic expansion and cooperation in areas such as taxation, environment, energy, education, anti-corruption, and governance.

Currently, OECD focuses on expanding its role and mission to address cross-border challenges in the globalization era, such as promoting free trade, providing development assistance, international taxation, and promoting good regulatory practices.

Thailand established an official relationship with OECD in 2005 by becoming a full participant in the OECD Development Centre and has since been involved in various OECD committees and working groups.

Over the past two decades, Thailand has learned and adapted to align with OECD standards. In 2018, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the Thai government and OECD to initiate the Thailand-OECD Country Programme, making Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia to do so. The program aims to drive Thailand’s reform agenda in various areas, exchange knowledge and expertise, and support effective and concrete implementation of OECD standards. This program was completed in 2021. Additionally, Thailand has played a significant role in the OECD Southeast Asia Regional Program (SEARP), successfully co-chairing with the Republic of Korea from 2018 to 2022.

Currently, a Memorandum of Understanding has been signed to renew the Country Programme between the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and OECD. The Thailand-OECD Country Programme Phase II began in March 2023, which will help Thailand continue to access OECD knowledge and best practices in various fields. This aligns with the implementation of the 20-year National Strategy (2018-2037) and the 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan, as well as strengthening the relationship between Thailand and OECD, bringing Thailand closer to OECD membership in the near future.

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