On 11 November 2026, Mrs. Arunee Hiam, Deputy Director-General of the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA), in her capacity as a member of the Steering Committee of the Mekong Institute (MI), welcomed representative of MI on the occasion of their request for an interview concerning the assessment of MI’s institutional capacity across various dimensions. Together with relevant officials, also attended the meeting at TICA office.

The interview provided an opportunity for TICA to share its views and recommendations on the development and capacity-building of MI, with a view to supporting the implementation of the MI Strategic Plan 2026–2030 and enhancing MI’s ability to carry out its mandates effectively and sustainably.

On this occasion, TICA reaffirmed its readiness to continue promoting cooperation with MI, with a view to further strengthening development cooperation and supporting development in the Mekong sub-region.