Deputy Director-General of International Organizations Department meets with Deputy Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand

Deputy Director-General of International Organizations Department meets with Deputy Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand

Deputy Director-General of International Organizations Department meets with Deputy Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand

On 19 June 2026, Ms. Cataleya Phatoomros, Deputy Director-General of the Department of International Organizations, had discussions with Ms. Sara Rezoagli, Minister Counsellor and Deputy Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Thailand, to exchange views on issues of mutual interest within the framework of the United Nations. Also in attendance were representatives from the embassies of European Union Member States in Thailand.

The European Union encouraged Thailand to consider acceding to the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (1992 Water Convention) in the context of the upcoming UN Water Conference 2026 in the United Arab Emirates in December 2026. The EU also emphasized Thailand's important role in regional water cooperation and noted that acceding to the Convention would enhance cooperation, boost investment, and aid in conflict prevention regarding water resources. In response, the Deputy Director-General acknowledged the role of the 1992 Water Convention in promoting transboundary water cooperation and stated that relevant Thai agencies are currently reviewing the issue. She also underscored Thailand's strong commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation) and its continuous engagement in preparatory meetings leading up to the UN Water Conference 2026. She expressed Thailand's readiness to continue cooperation with the EU on related matters.

Both sides also exchanged views on human rights issues under consideration at the 62nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC), with the Thai side highlighting the importance of promoting and protecting human rights, as well as the need for constructive dialogue and multilateral cooperation to address human rights challenges.