Check alternative routes around the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center during the 2026 IMF-World Bank meeting. Police confirm there will be no permanent road closures and clarify that the "Lumpini Police Station" document grants officers authority only in emergency situations.
Following the circulation of a document from Lumpini Police Station proposing a ban on all vehicle traffic on six roads during the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings from 12-18 October 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, the issue has sparked public discussion.
On 11 October 2026, the Facebook page of Lumpini Metropolitan Police Station posted that the Royal Thai Police confirm there will be no road closures, but an order was issued to grant officers authority to act only in emergencies.
Today, Pol Maj Gen Siriwat Deepor, police spokesperson, revealed that regarding the news about the Lumpini Police Station order to close roads,
the Royal Thai Police confirm the document is genuine. It grants officers authority to manage traffic and ensure safety only in cases of emergencies or urgent situations on the specified routes. There is no permanent road closure.
Thanks to the information from the Facebook page of Lumpini Metropolitan Police Station.