On 21 October 2026, H.E. Mr. Bolbongse Vangphaen, Ambassador of Thailand to the United Arab Emirates, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, accompanied by the Consul-General of Thailand in Dubai and the Director of the Thai Trade Center in Dubai.

Both sides exchanged views on strengthening Thailand–UAE economic and trade relations. Particularly in the area of the digital economy, they discussed the possibility of organising a joint webinar to promote knowledge exchange and business linkages, including in the context of Thailand’s digital economy priorities and the anticipated ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA).

They also explored the possibility of a visit by a delegation from the Dubai Chambers to Thailand in early 2027 to identify trade and investment opportunities following the conclusion of negotiations on the Thailand–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

The meeting reaffirmed both sides’ commitment to strengthening economic ties and promoting mutually beneficial business cooperation.