Bangkok ekniti held discussions with the u.s. trade representative to strengthen economic relations between the two countries. deputy prime minister and minister of finance:angkok Ekniti held discussions with the U.S. Trade Representative to strengthen economic relations between the two countries. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Ekniti Nitithanpraphas, engaged in talks with Ambassador Jamieson Greer, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), to discuss enhancing economic and trade relations between Thailand and the United States. This meeting took place on April 15, 2026, during Ekniti's visit to Washington, D.C., for the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings 2026.

According to Thai News Agency, both parties exchanged views on the current state of economic and trade relations between the two nations. Thailand expressed its commitment to cooperation, while the U.S. offered suggestions aimed at bolstering these ties. The discussions are expected to pave the way for further strengthening economic and trade relations between Thailand and the United States.