Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Thailand)

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Kingdom of Thailand (Thai: กระทรวงการต่างประเทศ, RTGS: Krasuang Kan Tang Prathet) is the government ministry responsible for Thailand's foreign relations. The ministry manages Thailand's diplomatic missions abroad, formulates and implements foreign policy, negotiates treaties and agreements, and represents Thailand in international organizations.

The MFA is headed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, a cabinet-level appointment. The permanent secretary is the highest-ranking civil servant in the ministry and oversees the day-to-day operations.

The Ministry's main responsibilities include:

• Promoting and protecting Thailand's national interests abroad.
• Maintaining friendly relations with other countries.
• Representing Thailand in international forums.
• Negotiating treaties and agreements.
• Providing consular services to Thai citizens abroad.
• Promoting Thailand's culture and tourism.
• Attracting foreign investment to Thailand.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand. Its organizational structure includes various departments and divisions covering different geographical regions and functional areas, such as political affairs, economic affairs, consular affairs, and international organizations. The ministry also operates a network of embassies, consulates-general, and permanent missions around the world.