Bangkok:Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Chairman Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser met with Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Ekniti Nitithanprapas during the 2026 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund. The meeting occurred in Bangkok and focused on strengthening the partnership between IsDB and Thailand in key areas such as education, human capital development, and the empowerment of Muslim communities.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Dr. Al Jasser reaffirmed IsDB's commitment to expanding its cooperation with Thailand. He expressed gratitude for the Thai government's ongoing support of initiatives aimed at enhancing educational and economic opportunities for Muslim communities, particularly in the southern provinces of the country.
The discussions also highlighted the successes of the IsDB's Communities Outreach Program in Thailand, which has approved 30 projects since 1985. These projects aim to support initiatives in education, social development, and community resilience.
Additionally, the meeting addressed the significant impact of the IsDB's scholarship program. Since its inception in 1986, the program has supported 635 Thai students, with 549 of them having graduated and contributing to their communities and the nation’s development.