New Zealand–Thailand relations refer to bilateral relations between New Zealand and Thailand. New Zealand operates an embassy in the All Seasons Place in Bangkok,[1] whilst Thailand operates an embassy in Wellington. The current Thai ambassador to New Zealand is Waravuth Pouapinya,[2] and the ambassador to Thailand from New Zealand is Jonathan Kings.[3] Both are members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.
 | |
 New Zealand |
 Thailand |
|---|---|
| Diplomatic mission | |
| Embassy of New Zealand, Bangkok | Royal Thai Embassy, Wellington |
| Envoy | |
| Ambassador Jonathan Kings | Ambassador Waravuth Pouapinya |
History
editThe two countries established diplomatic ties in 1956.[4]
The two countries celebrated their 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2016. There are some 10,000 Thais living in New Zealand. The Royal Thai Police has worked closely with the New Zealand Police for more than 30 years.[5][6]
New Zealand upgraded relations with the Thai military government in 2016.[7]
Diplomacy
editList of ambassadors
editThailand to New Zealand
| Name | Photo | Appointed | Termination of mission | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Jayanama | 1990 | 1993 | ||
| Waravuth Pouapinya | 31 January 2023 | Incumbent | [8] |
References
edit- ^ Trade, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and. "New Zealand Embassy". New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Retrieved 2023-08-27.
- ^ Trade, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and. "Royal Thai Embassy". New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Retrieved 2023-08-27.
- ^ Trade, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and. "Jonathan Kings". New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Retrieved 2023-08-27.
- ^ "Thai embassy" (PDF).
- ^ "Thailand".
- ^ "The reception to celebrate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and New Zealand".
- ^ "NZ upgrades ties with the Thai military government".
- ^ Trade, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and. "Royal Thai Embassy". New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Retrieved 2023-08-27.
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