Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of the Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD), and APCD team participated in a commemorative event celebrating 70 years of Japan's Official Development Assistance (ODA) with Thailand. Held at The Westin Grande Sukhumvit in Bangkok, the seminar, titled Japan’s ODA 70th Anniversary Seminar: Creating Tomorrow Together, highlighted decades of cooperation and explored future pathways for Thai-Japanese collaboration.

The event began with opening remarks from H.E. Mr. Masato Otaka, Japan’s Ambassador to Thailand, and Ms. Pimwadee Sovaratanapong, Deputy Director-General of the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA). H.E. Mr. Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, Special Advisor to the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Thailand Office, delivered the keynote speech, emphasizing the longstanding friendship between the two nations and Japan's enduring support for Thailand’s sustainable development.

Throughout the morning, panel discussions addressed the evolution of Japan’s ODA efforts, focusing on pressing issues such as renewable energy, sustainable development, and inclusive social programs. The seminar concluded with closing remarks by Mr. Kazuya Suzuki, Chief Representative of JICA Thailand Office, who affirmed the importance of a shared vision for a sustainable future.