Ireland in Thailand
Thailand is known as ‘The Land of Smiles’, while Ireland bears the moniker ‘The Land of a Thousand Welcomes’.
Being characterised by their warmth and the hospitality of their people are badges both Irish and Thai people wear proudly.
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With over 50 years of diplomatic relations, the ties between Ireland and Thailand – in trade, in education, and above all in people-to-people connections, have never been stronger.
A well-established Irish community thrives across Thailand, centred around the Thailand GAA Club, the Irish Thai Chamber of Commerce, the St Patrick’s Society and the Irish Women’s Group.
Growing links
Ireland and Thailand enjoy a strong and growing trade relationship, and Thailand is a very popular destination for Irish holidaymakers. Ireland is a member of the European Union, which is one of Thailand’s most important economic partners.
Education is an important shared priority, and several of Ireland’s leading Universities have strong and growing exchange and collaboration programmes with their Thai counterparts. Thai alumni and graduates of Irish Universities are playing an increasingly active and important role in the bilateral relationship.
The Thai community in Ireland is also growing and increasingly active in promoting cultural exchanges. The Thai-Ireland Association, established by the Thai community in Ireland, provides language and community support and coordinate social activities.
40 billion
Thai Baht per year in bilateral trade
70,000
Irish tourists visit Thailand each year
2014
Irish Embassy opened in Bangkok
Embassy of Ireland, Thailand
The Embassy works to promote and protect Irish interests in Thailand, strengthen political and economic relationships, support the Irish community and promote cultural ties and the Irish arts.
Our partners
The Embassy works closely with Irish State Agencies in Thailand and at home, to promote trade, tourism and inward investment.
Enterprise Ireland
Enterprise Ireland is the government organisation responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in world markets.
IDA Ireland
Promoting foreign direct investment into Ireland through a wide range of services.
Education in Ireland
Promoting Irish higher education institutions overseas.
Irish Thai Chamber of Commerce
The Irish Thai Chamber of Commerce is the recognised forum for people with an interest in the development of business ties between Ireland and Thailand.