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Thailand to showcase economic potential at 2026 IMF–World Bank meetings

Thailand will use its host role at the 2026 IMF–World Bank summit to showcase its economic strength and advance global diplomacy, according to Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.

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