Thailand Hosts IMF-World Bank Meetings With Record 18,000 Attendees
Thailand hosted the IMF‑World Bank Annual Meetings 2026 in Bangkok, attracting a record 18,000 participants. Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnveekul highlighted the event as proof of global confidence in the country’s financial management and a chance to promote investment. The summit featured the Thailand Pavilion, exhibitions honoring King Bhumibol’s economic legacy, and discussions on combating financial and cyber crime.
Anutin Charnveekul said Thailand’s hosting of the IMF‑World Bank Annual Meetings 2026 was a tremendous success, with attendance reaching 18,000 – the highest ever recorded for such a gathering. He noted that the achievement reflects global confidence in Thailand’s financial stewardship and opens doors for investment. During the event, the Thailand Pavilion was launched, alongside exhibitions celebrating the wisdom and economic vision of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, which continue to guide the nation’s crisis‑response strategies. The summit also served as a platform to present Thailand’s record in combating financial scams, transnational crime, cybercrime, and high‑technology offenses, with officials sharing statistics and proposing these topics for discussion at the World Bank forum. Meetings with the presidents of the World Bank and the IMF yielded praise for Thailand’s efficient organization and hospitality. Anutin added that the government used the occasion to showcase the country’s economic strengths and opportunities, seeking to build international confidence and attract new business and investment partnerships to support Thailand’s growth on the global stage.
