On 22 August 2026, Consul-General Bacharee Puengpak, together with Deputy Consul-General Varapol Chensavasdijai and consulate staff, hosted the "Meet & Mingle 2" event at the Consul-General’s Residence. The gathering welcomed members and parents from the Chicago Thai Youth Learning (CTYL) club, Thai university students and alumni from Chicago and nearby states, to enjoy lunch together in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The event provided a friendly space for CTYL youth to share their ideas, discuss community service projects, and connect with university students and alumni across the area.

During the gathering, the Consulate-General introduced essential consular services available to Thai citizens living in the U.S. and highlighted internship opportunities at the Consulate-General for Thai students.