The Royal Thai Consulate-General in Chicago continues to actively engage with the Thai diaspora. On March 22, the Consul-General led a delegation to Michigan to participate in merit-making ceremonies at the Midwest International Buddhist Vihara and Wat Paknam Michigan. The visit served as a valuable opportunity to connect with the local Thai community, learn about their well-being, and share important updates regarding consular services.

On April 3, 2026, Consul-General Bacharee Puengpak, representing the Royal Thai Consulate-General, presided over an award ceremony to provide sponsorship funding for the finalists of the “Enhancing Thai Student Activities in the Midwest 2026” program. This initiative aims to empower Thai student organizations and promote Thai cultural heritage across leading academic institutions in the United States.

On April 3, 2026, Consul-General Bacharee Puengpak, representing the Royal Thai Consulate-General, presided over an award ceremony to provide sponsorship funding for the finalists of the “Enhancing Thai Student Activities in the Midwest 2026” program. This initiative aims to empower Thai student organizations and promote Thai cultural heritage across leading academic institutions in the United States.

On April 3, 2026, Consul-General Bacharee Puengpak, representing the Royal Thai Consulate-General, presided over an award ceremony to provide sponsorship funding for the finalists of the “Enhancing Thai Student Activities in the Midwest 2026” program. This initiative aims to empower Thai student organizations and promote Thai cultural heritage across leading academic institutions in the United States.

On March 23, 2026, Consul-General Bacharee Puengpak met with representatives from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Due East Advisors in Lansing to discuss Michigan’s economic landscape. The meeting focused on fostering bilateral cooperation in high-tech sectors, including semiconductors, electric mobility, and advanced manufacturing, aimed at enhancing trade ties and supporting Thai-U.S. business expansion.

From March 22–23, 2026, Ms. Pajaree Pungpak, Consul-General of Thailand in Chicago, led a delegation to visit Thai students at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) and Michigan State University (East Lansing). The visit aimed to check on student welfare and discuss initiatives to strengthen Thai student networks and collaborations across the Midwest region.

The Royal Thai Consulate-General in Chicago continues to actively engage with the Thai diaspora. On March 22, the Consul-General led a delegation to Michigan to participate in merit-making ceremonies at the Midwest International Buddhist Vihara and Wat Paknam Michigan. The visit served as a valuable opportunity to connect with the local Thai community, learn about their well-being, and share important updates regarding consular services.