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Bangkok, July 21, 2026 – The Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA) is hosting the 14th CEXIM-EDCF-JICA-NEDA Quadripartite Meeting from July 21–22, 2026, at the Dusit Thani Bangkok. Sr.Col. (Ret.) Saranyu Viriyavejakul, D.Sc., Vice President, Acting President of NEDA, officially delivered the opening address for the event. The meeting is convened under the theme “The Strategic Imperative of Project Post-Evaluation.” This focus aligns with modern infrastructure development directions that extend beyond physical construction to emphasize infrastructure quality, project sustainability, and climate resilience. Delegates shared expertise and operational approaches regarding project post-evaluation following construction completion. Discussions covered evaluation processes based on OECD DAC criteria and the integration of lessons learned to establish a Learning Feedback Loop. This mechanism ensures that insights and conclusions from past evaluations are applied to the design, appraisal, approval, and management of future development projects to maximize cost-efficiency, long-term sustainability, and regional benefits.

BANGKOK, 27 JULY 2026— Mr. Kirati Veruwan, Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), and his delegation, welcomed Mr. Adama Mariko, Secretary-General of the Finance in Common (FiC) Secretariat, along with Mr. Anouj Mehta, Advisor to the Strategy, Policy and Partnerships Department (SPD) of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and their delegation. Both sides jointly discussed issues regarding the FiC Summit 2027, the main theme of the conference, as well as the role of NEDA in participating in the said summit, at Meeting Room 1, NEDA, Sun Towers Building A, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road.

VIENTIANE, 24 JULY 2026— Mr. Kirati Veruwan, Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), led a delegation of NEDA representatives to pay a courtesy call on Mrs. Krongkanit Rakcharoen, Ambassador of Thailand to Vientiane, Lao PDR, in Vientiane, Lao PDR. The purpose of the visit was to present the Mid-term Plan I and the Country Strategy 2026-2030, as well as to seek policy viewpoints and recommendations from the Ambassador regarding the direction of future cooperation projects between Thailand and the Lao PDR.

VIENTIANE, 23 JULY 2026— Mr. Kirati Veruwan, Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), led a delegation of NEDA representatives to attend a discussion meeting with Mr. Khwima Nthara, Country Manager of the World Bank for the Lao PDR, in Vientiane, Lao PDR. The objective was to exchange primary economic data, as well as key development policies and directions, and to explore approaches for future joint development cooperation. NEDA aims to utilize the received insights and recommendations as supporting data for its ongoing operations in the Lao PDR moving forward.

VIENTIANE, 23 JULY 2026— Mr. Kirati Veruwan, Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), led a delegation of NEDA representatives to attend a discussion meeting with Ms. Miyako KOBAYASHI, Chief Representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Laos Office, in Vientiane, Lao PDR. The meeting was held to exchange economic insights, as well as key development policies and directions for neighbouring countries. Both sides also jointly considered cooperation approaches to promote the future development of the Lao PDR, aiming to strengthen economic stability and sustainably elevate the quality of life for local citizens, while defining joint activities and directions that both parties are prepared to implement together in the future.

VIENTIANE, 23 JULY 2026— Mr. Kirati Veruwan, Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), led a delegation of NEDA representatives to attend a discussion meeting with representatives from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Lao Resident Mission, led by Mr. Amr Qari, Country Operations Head. The meeting aimed to exchange primary economic data, policies, and key development directions of the Lao PDR. NEDA will utilize these insights to support the analysis of economic situations, trends, and future development cooperation operations. Furthermore, both parties discussed the feasibility of joint implementation on projects that share strategic alignment and project objectives.

BANGKOK, JUNE 17, 2026—Colonel (Ret.) Saranyu Viriyavejakul, D.Sc., Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), alongside Mr. Kirati Veruwan, NEDA’s Vice President, attended the Sattamavan charity merit-making ceremony (7-day mark) to offer royal merits to Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita, with Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, presiding over the ceremony at the 150 Years Building, Ministry of Finance.

VIENTIANE, JUNE 12, 2026— Mr. Kirati Veruwan, Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), and the NEDA delegation met with Dr. Viengnam Douangphachan, Director General of the Department of Water Supply, Ministry of Public Works and Transport, Lao PDR, along with the delegation from the Department of Water Supply, Lao PDR, to report the progress of Technical Assistance (TA) for the detailed design of the Water Supply Development Project, Phase 2 in Lao PDR (Luang Prabang Province, Khammouane Province, Savannakhet Province, Champasak Province, and Vientiane Capital). The project is currently selecting a service provider for the detailed design work. A project kick-off meeting is slated for September 2026, launching a 300-day timeline allocated for the completion of the feasibility study and technical designs. The meeting also discussed the possibility of considering additional assistance for wastewater treatment projects in major urban areas of Lao PDR at the Department of Water Supply, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR.

BANGKOK, May 15, 2026 — The Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization), or NEDA, organized its 21st founding anniversary event at Sun Towers Building A, 14th Floor. The event was presided over by Mr. Theeraj Athanavanich, Chairman of the NEDA Board of Directors, alongside Mr. Prinya Hom-anek, Qualified Committee Member of the NEDA Board of Directors, and Mr. Chulvat Narinthrangura, Consultant of the NEDA Board of Directors and Director-General of the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA). Colonel (Ret.) Saranyu Viriyavejakul, Vice President and Acting Director of NEDA, and Mr. Kirati Veruwan, Vice President of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), jointly welcomed representatives from government and private agencies who came to express their congratulations.

Senior Col. Saranyu Viriyavejakul, Vice President (Acting President) of the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization) (NEDA), together with executives and staff members, participated in the recording of a televised message offering blessings to Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana, Queen of Thailand, on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty’s birthday anniversary on 3 June 2025. The recording was organized to express their profound loyalty and heartfelt gratitude for Her Majesty’s boundless benevolence. The ceremony was held at the National Broadcasting Services of Thailand, under the Public Relations Department, on 15 May 2026.

SAMARKAND, May 6, 2026 — The Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization), led by Colonel (Ret.) Saranyu Viriyavejakul, Vice President and Acting Director of NEDA, and Mr. Rapipit Promnart, NEDA’s Director of the Policy and Planning Bureau, held a consultative meeting with H.E. Lyonpo Lekey Dorji, Minister of Finance of the Kingdom of Bhutan (Bhutan), along with relevant officials. The meeting took place during the 59th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank in Samarkand, Republic of Uzbekistan.

SAMARKAND, May 6, 2026 — The Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Public Organization), led by Colonel (Ret.) Saranyu Viriyavejakul, Vice President and Acting Director of NEDA, and Mr. Rapipit Promnart, NEDA’s Director of the Policy and Planning Bureau, held a consultative meeting with Mr. A.N. Hapugala, Deputy Secretary to the Treasury of the Ministry of Finance of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka (Sri Lanka), along with relevant officials. The meeting took place during the 59th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank in Samarkand, Republic of Uzbekistan. On this occasion, both sides discussed approaches for financial and technical cooperation in the sectors of renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and sustainable tourism. The Sri Lankan side presented key projects under its Public Investment Programme (PIP), such as solar energy projects, e-Government systems, and tourism infrastructure development. Both sides agreed to continue discussions with relevant agencies to further drive concrete cooperation.