Ms. Nomita Dhar, IN Diplomacy Editor-in-Chief, and H.E. Waraphannee Damrongmanee, Thailand Ambassador to Singapore discussed media partnerships, public diplomacy and regional cooperation.
IN Diplomacy Editor-in-Chief Ms. Nomita Dhar met with H.E. Mrs. Waraphannee Damrongmanee, Ambassador of Thailand to Singapore, on 16 October 2026 to discuss potential partnerships in public diplomacy, regional development and media engagement. The meeting explored how media initiatives could promote cultural understanding, share development experiences and support closer connections between Thailand and Singapore.
During the meeting, Ms. Dhar and Ambassador Waraphannee discussed the role of media in supporting public diplomacy and creating opportunities for meaningful engagement between countries and their people. The conversation also touched on the Embassy’s emphasis on people-centred diplomacy, with a focus on making diplomatic engagement relevant to communities and encouraging the next generation to participate in social and regional development.
Both sides explored opportunities to share Singapore’s experiences in sustainability, the green economy and good governance. These areas were discussed in the context of potential media initiatives that could highlight development approaches, exchange knowledge and encourage greater awareness of regional opportunities.
The meeting also considered prospects for future editorial initiatives featuring opportunities in ASEAN member states. Such initiatives could provide a platform to showcase regional developments, encourage cross-border engagement and highlight areas of shared interest among countries in Southeast Asia.
The engagement reflected a shared interest in exploring potential areas of cooperation between Sun Media and the Royal Thai Embassy in Singapore, with a focus on promoting mutual understanding, social progress and lasting friendship between Thailand and Singapore.
Source: IN Diplomacy Reporter
