On 25 April 2026, H.E. Mr. Tanee Sangrat, Ambassador of Thailand to the ROK, was invited by the Thai community in Ansan to preside over the opening ceremony of the event entitled “My Songkran: Vibrant Thai Colors, Happiness Across the World” at the Ansan Multicultural Family Support Center. The event was well attended by members of the Thai and Korean communities, as well as representatives from the Thai Cultural Council of the ROK, the Nuad Thai Volunteer Association of the ROK, and the Thai Women’s Council of the ROK, with approximately 150 participants in total.

The event featured various activities reflecting Thailand’s unique cultural identity, including the traditional water-pouring ceremony to pay respect to elders, Thai folk dancing and classical Thai performances, Muay Thai demonstrations, the wearing of traditional Thai costumes, as well as fun activities such as a lucky draw and the Songkran beauty pageant. These activities brought joy and left a lasting impression on both Thai and Korean participants.

The Royal Thai Embassy in Seoul places great importance on the protection and well-being of Thai nationals in all sectors, including workers, students, businesspersons, and residents in the ROK. The Embassy remains committed to proactively working in close coordination with Korean government agencies, civil society organizations, and Thai community networks to promote better quality of life, well-being, and safety for all Thai nationals in every dimension.