Thai Finance Minister Attends APEC Meeting in Hong Kong, Promotes 'STI' Strategy to Tackle Global Economic Volatility

Published 2026-10-21

On October 21, 2026, Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, traveled to attend the 33rd APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting held in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Representatives from 21 member economies participated in this meeting to discuss the economic direction of the region.

During the meeting, Mr. Ekniti delivered a key statement, emphasizing the challenges posed by current global economic volatility, which has impacted the financial stability of many countries, including Thailand.

The Thai Finance Minister proposed that APEC members adopt the "STI" strategy as a guideline for addressing these issues. This strategy focuses on fostering cooperation and adapting to changes in a timely manner to ensure that the regional economy can grow sustainably and securely in the long term.

Participating in this meeting served as a significant opportunity for Thailand to demonstrate its role on the international stage and exchange ideas with other economies, with the goal of bringing back valuable information and policies to strengthen domestic economic development.

In conclusion, this APEC meeting marks a crucial step in regional cooperation, with Thailand hoping that the implementation of a clear strategy will enable APEC members to successfully navigate the crisis of economic volatility.

Sources: Facebook

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