I am truly delighted to have the opportunity to return to Finland for a second time, having previously served at this Embassy from 2011 to 2013.

Although more than 10 years have passed, my memories of Finland and Estonia remain vivid. I still remember the many wonderful occasions when I had the opportunity to take part in activities with the Thai community, whether through meetings and conversations, participation in merit-making and religious festivals, or Thai cultural events. Returning to Finland to serve once again is therefore a great pleasure for me, both in my capacity as Ambassador and in the opportunity to work together with all of you once again to further promote the well-being, harmony, and unity of our community. Together with all the staff of the Royal Thai Embassy, I am fully committed to further improving our consular services and elevating our diplomatic work so that it truly serves the people.

Thailand enjoys good relations with both Finland and Estonia. These strong foundations provide a solid basis for advancing cooperation in various areas and making further progress, particularly in trade, education, technology, innovation, and environmental management. I intend to further develop these constructive areas of cooperation so that they become increasingly continuous and stronger, and so that Thailand's relations with Finland and Estonia are truly meaningful and beneficial to our peoples.

In addition, the popularity of Thailand in Finland and Estonia is something that we can all be proud of, and it has been continuously fostered over the years. The Thai community plays an important role in helping Thailand become known and widely appreciated through family life, social interaction, cultural exchanges, performances, traditions, and cuisine. These efforts have contributed to making Thailand a popular destination for Finnish and Estonian tourists. The Royal Thai Embassy is committed and ready to work together with the Thai communities in both countries to promote and preserve this positive momentum and help it continue to grow.

Finally, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to all Thai people in Finland and Estonia. I look forward to having the opportunity to meet and visit you all in the near future.

Worawut Pongprapapant
Ambassador of Thailand to Finland
7 March 2025