Prime Minister Anutin and Ja Thannont joined the French National Day celebration, strengthening the 170-year strong bond between Thailand and France, and emphasized their readiness to stand alongside as trusted friends and partners.
On 14 July 2026 at 18:40, at Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai, Bangkok, Ms. Ploytale Lakshamisangchan, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his wife, Mrs. Thannont Charnvirakul, attended a reception celebrating the French National Day at the invitation of H.E. Mr. Jean-Claude Poimboeuf, Ambassador of the French Republic to Thailand.
Upon arrival, the Prime Minister and his wife were welcomed by the French Ambassador and his wife, presented with congratulatory flower vases, and viewed a video showcasing France's history and culture, as well as the longstanding strong relationship between Thailand and France.
On this occasion, the Prime Minister and his wife, along with distinguished guests, paid respects to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, and Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati, Krom Luang Rajsarinisiri Patchra Maha Vajrarachathida.
Next, the Prime Minister participated in official proceedings featuring the Thai and French national anthems, listened to the Ambassador’s opening remarks, and delivered congratulations on behalf of the Thai government. He expressed great pleasure in celebrating the French National Day, especially this year marking over 170 years of close diplomatic ties between Thailand and France, and thanked France for warmly welcoming the official state visit of His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the Thailand-France relationship through cultural dimensions, exemplified by the exhibition "La Mode en Majesté" in Paris under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya. This celebration of the long-standing relationship in Thai craftsmanship and French creativity reinforces culture as a lasting bridge connecting the peoples of both countries across generations.
He mentioned discussions with President Emmanuel Macron as highly beneficial for enhancing cooperation between the two countries and advancing a strong strategic partnership through the Thailand-France Joint Action Plan 2026-2028, which serves as a framework for fully realized bilateral cooperation. He reiterated Thailand’s readiness to stand with France as a trusted friend and partner for their mutual future benefit.
In closing, the Prime Minister praised the French Ambassador’s dedication to strengthening the friendship between the two nations, wished him success in his future duties, and hoped he would remain a valued friend of Thailand.
