Thailand Country Programme Phase II
Important News and Updates
Thailand Moves Closer to OECD Accession: Secretary-General Commends Progress and Commitment
Thailand has received another positive signal on its path toward membership in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Mr. Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General of the OECD, expressed confidence in Thailand’s serious commitment to the accession process. He reaffirmed that the OECD will provide close support throughout the journey, noting that Thailand’s success will be […]
NESDC Secretary-General Discusses Economic Cooperation with New Zealand Ambassador and Thailand’s OECD Accession
On October 9, 2026, Mr. Danucha Pichayanan, Secretary-General of the NESDC, welcomed H.E. Ms. Raylene Siale Tagaloa Liufalani, Ambassador of New Zealand to Thailand, and her delegation. The meeting aimed to support the goals of both Prime Ministers in expanding comprehensive economic cooperation. Key topics included Thai economic trends, high-potential target industries, sustainable trade and […]
Pinning Thailand’s Future! NESDC Hosts 2026 Annual Meeting, Promoting the “14th Plan” as a National Agenda to Drive “Repair-Reinforce-Relinquish-Reinvent” Strategy Across 5 Pillars to Transform Thailand Beyond Limits
Today (September 30, 2026), Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, presided over the opening ceremony and delivered a keynote address at the 2026 Annual Meeting of the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), held under the theme “The 14th Plan: Thailand’s Next Agenda,” at the Grand Diamond Ballroom, […]
Background and Significance
On February 15, 2022, the Cabinet acknowledged the progress report of the Country Programme Phase I, which concluded in 2021, and assigned the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council to consult with relevant agencies and develop projects under Country Programme Phase II. Subsequently, the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs consulted with the OECD and relevant agencies, leading to the conclusion of cooperation in 20 projects under 4 areas of collaboration.
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Key Aspects of Projects under Country Programme Phase II
The implementation of Country Programme (CP) Phase II is a three-year collaboration (2023-2026) aimed at enabling Thailand to access OECD’s knowledge and best practices. This will help develop and elevate Thailand’s development approaches and domestic standards to be on par with international levels, aligning with the 20-Year National Strategy (2018-2037), the 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2023-2027), and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Progress of Country Programme Phase II Implementation
Comprises 20 projects in 4 areas of cooperation as follows:
