At 1:00 p.m. on November 6, 2025 (Doha local time, which is 4 hours later than Bangkok) at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC), Doha, State of Qatar, “Akara Phromphao”, Minister of Social Development and Human Security (Minister of Social Development (Ministry of Social Development and Human Security), assigned “Kantaphong Rangsisawang“, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (Permanent Secretary of Social Development and Human Security). As head of the Thai delegation Delivered a statement at the Second World Summit for Social Development, attended by Mrs. Chatuporn Rojanapanich, Director-General of the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Institutions, along with officials from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSD), Ministry of Foreign Affairs. and Ministry of Interior Attend the meeting
Kantaphong said that on behalf of the Thai government I am honored to participate in the 2nd World Summit on Social Development. On this occasion, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Government of the State of Qatar. and the United Nations (UN) that jointly organized this meeting This marks an important occasion after the Copenhagen Declaration on Social Development was announced almost three decades ago. so that we can review progress and renew our shared mission to eradicate poverty. Promote decent employment and create a sustainable society
Thailand is aware of the complexity of its social and demographic structure. Therefore, we adhere to the development guidelines that are available. “People are at the center” by placing “family and community” at the heart of the policy. This is in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development) and the principle of “leaving no one behind” that Thailand has been pushing for laws and policies that promote the participation of people with disabilities. gender equality and social protection, with the “20-year national strategy” being an important framework for creating “Human security” in all dimensions
Kantaphong added that Over the years Social development in Thailand has focused on 3 important issues: 1) poverty reduction Based on the philosophy of Sufficiency Economy that emphasizes moderation, reasonableness, and building immunity to social and economic risks Thailand has used data-based tools such as the MSO LogBook electronic family pocketbook system and the Targeted Human Development Data Management System, or TPMAP, to identify vulnerable households and provide targeted assistance. To help reduce expenses, increase income and alleviate debt burden.
2) Promoting “decent employment” by supporting large-scale agriculture rural way of life and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as giving importance to developing digital skills for youth, the elderly, and people with disabilities, as well as protecting the public from online fraud and harassment; and
3) Promoting “equal social coexistence” through the concept of development throughout the life course (Life-Course Approach) so that people receive support and opportunities from childhood to old age. Thailand has expanded the coverage of the universal health coverage system. and create participation mechanisms through family centres, youth councils and community care networks.
“Thailand believes that real economic progress It must be implemented in conjunction with social justice, equality and human dignity. Thailand would like to reaffirm its commitment to cooperation with the international community. To promote sustainable social development and cover all citizens so that they can live in society with dignity. Worthy of humanity,” Kantaphong said.
