Accra:Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, took a break from the IMF and World Bank meetings to enjoy a quick coffee. He queued up for an espresso at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, where the meetings were held. Anutin, showing no signs of fatigue, proudly displayed a briefcase featuring a traditional Thai fabric pattern that he had prepared as a gift for economic leaders, asking the media, "Isn't it cool?"
According to Thai News Agency, Anutin had earlier opened the 2026 Annual Meeting Plenary of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. Accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkaew, he interacted with conference attendees at the cafe before proceeding to a Chinese restaurant for lunch.
In the afternoon, Anutin, alongside Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Ekniti Nitithanprapas and Minister of Energy Ekanat Promphan, greeted Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh in the meeting corridors. Anutin and Warsh exchanged pleasantries, during which Anutin showcased his unique briefcase featuring the IMF-World Bank 2026 logo.
After the meeting with Kevin Warsh, Anutin interacted with other prominent figures, including Her Majesty Mrs. Brigitte Haas, Prime Minister and Minister of Government and Finance of Liechtenstein. When asked about his energy levels, Anutin replied with a smile, "Not tired. Many people came. But if no one came, I would be tired."