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Honorary President

Darm Boontham

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Educational Background and Early Career

H.E. Darm Boontham is a distinguished Thai diplomat currently serving as the Ambassador of Thailand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
He graduated in Political Science (International Relations) from Thammasat University, one of Thailand’s most prestigious institutions. Early in his diplomatic career, he specialized in international law, working in the Treaties and Legal Affairs Division and later in the Boundary Affairs Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand.

His professional development also includes advanced training in international law and diplomacy, as well as experience in research on historical treaties, boundary documentation, and archival analysis, utilizing his proficiency in the French language.

Ambassador Boontham views diplomacy as a bridge that connects people, cultures, and perspectives — not merely a matter of politics or economics, but a form of mutual understanding and cooperation among nations.

Professional Appointments and Key Achievements

Professional Experience
Ambassador of Thailand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Serving as the highest diplomatic representative of Thailand in Riyadh, responsible for strengthening bilateral ties in trade, investment, and cultural exchange.
Permanent Representative of Thailand to the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)
Appointed by the Thai Cabinet in 2023 to represent Thailand at the OIC, further enhancing engagement with the Islamic world.
Thai Coordinator to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
Responsible for advancing regional cooperation and promoting Thai business and investment opportunities within the Gulf region.
Deputy Chief of Mission, Royal Thai Embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Previously served as Deputy Ambassador, where he promoted Thailand’s trade and cultural diplomacy through initiatives such as Top Thai Brands 2018.
Academic and Research Collaboration
Actively supports cooperation between Thai universities and Saudi institutions in education, research, and innovation — including partnerships with Mahidol University and Princess of Naradhiwas University.
Responsibilities
  • Ambassador of Thailand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia