Thailand foreign policy

The two nations, which share a troubled history, find themselves in increasing alignment on the pressing strategic questions of the day.

On the same day as the vote, Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed his attendance at next month's APEC Summit in Bangkok.

The normalization of relations is consistent with Bangkok's desire to forge new partnerships with global middle powers.

During the Cold War, the country played a central role in regional diplomacy, but in recent years its activism has waned.

The appointment of Pornpimol Kanchanalak will relieve pressure on the Foreign Ministry, but there is no indication it marks a shift in the country's approach to the Myanmar crisis.

The leader of the Move Forward Party has promised to move fundamental rights to the forefront of Thailand's foreign policy.

As the threat of COVID-19 fades, Thailand will face tough choices in its regional and international alignments.

A recent interaction by the two countries highlighted some of the ongoing and potential defense cooperation between them.

While Thailand has been among the grouping’s biggest champions historically, it will have a lot on its plate when it takes the helm next year.

Yet another “unusual suspect” is intensifying relations with African countries. How far can it go?

This year’s drills will be closely watched for what it says about the US-Thailand alliance and Thailand itself.