In a significant development, the Director-General of the Department of International Organizations, Ms. Pinsuda Jayanama, met with Ms. Phasporn Sangasubana, Executive Director of the ASEAN Centre for Sustainable Development Studies and Dialogue (ACSDSD), on July 14, 2025. The meeting marked an important step towards strengthening collaboration between Thailand and ACSDSD to advance sustainable development in the region.
The two officials discussed various opportunities for cooperation, including organizing events to build upon Thailand’s Voluntary National Review (VNR) 2025, which assesses the country’s progress in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The VNR is set to be presented to the United Nations on July 21, 2025, in New York. The meeting also touched upon potential cooperation on awareness-raising activities related to SDGs and advancing ASEAN cooperation in areas where Thailand can share its experiences with ASEAN partners.
Thailand established ACSDSD in 2019 as part of its role as the ASEAN Chair and ASEAN Coordinator on Sustainable Development Cooperation. Since then, the organization has focused on promoting sustainable development through research and dialogue. Its current work includes addressing issues such as sustainable fisheries, waste management, and sustainable consumption and production.
The meeting highlights Thailand’s commitment to contributing to regional sustainability efforts. By strengthening its partnerships with organizations like ACSDSD, Thailand aims to foster a more collaborative approach to achieving the SDGs in ASEAN.
Thailand’s engagement in regional sustainable development initiatives is crucial for the success of these endeavors. The country has consistently demonstrated its dedication to promoting sustainable practices and supporting fellow ASEAN member states.
Thailand’s collaboration with ACSDSD is expected to yield valuable insights into effective sustainable development strategies, which can be shared with other nations in the region.
The meeting between Ms. Jayanama and Ms. Sangasubana underscores Thailand’s commitment to enhancing its role as a key player in ASEAN’s sustainable development agenda.
By working together, Thailand and ACSDSD can make significant strides towards achieving the SDGs in ASEAN, ultimately benefiting the region and contributing to global sustainability efforts.
Conclusion:
Thailand’s engagement with ACSDSD underscores the country’s commitment to regional cooperation on sustainable development. The successful collaboration between these two organizations is expected to yield valuable insights into effective sustainable development strategies, which can be shared with other nations in the region.