ISLAMABAD, DEC 9 /DNA/ – Rongvudhi Virabutr, Ambassador-designate of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and his spouse, Bantita Pichyakorn Virabutr, hosted a luncheon for the ASEAN Ambassadors and Chargé d’Affaires and spouses to express appreciation and gratitude for the honor and warm welcome in receiving them at Islamabad International Airport on 1 December 2024.

Upon this occasion, Rongvudhi Virabutr discussed on the ways of strengthening the ASEAN Committee in Islamabad (ACI) as well as the role of ACI in promoting ASEAN Awareness in Pakistan in various dimensions including soft power such as through food and films.

For this special occasion, the Residence’s chef prepared an authentic Thai menu featuring beef and chicken noodles and Thai coconut custard dessert, replicating the flavors and atmosphere of traditional noodle shops in Thailand. The ASEAN diplomats greatly enjoyed the Thai cuisine in a friendly and casual atmosphere.