Rotary Club of Bangkok invites members and guests to our weekly luncheon meeting.
Topic:
65 Years of Diplomatic Relations
Speaker:
H.E. Ms. Ping M. Kitnikone
Her Excellency Ms. Ping M. Kitnikone is Canada's Ambassador to Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos. She joined Canada's Department of External Affairs and International Trade in 1994 after earning degrees in Pacific Studies, Economics, and Public Administration from the University of Victoria.
Her diplomatic career includes serving as Consul General in Mumbai (2003–2005) and Ambassador to Vietnam (2016–2018), with postings in Beijing, Taipei, and Bangkok.
In Ottawa, she held leadership roles across policy, trade, international affairs, and intergovernmental relations, most recently as Director General of the Locally Engaged Staff Bureau.
In this presentation, H.E. Ms. Ping M. Kitnikone will discuss 65 Years of Diplomatic Relations, reflecting on the longstanding relationship between Canada and Thailand and the opportunities for future cooperation.
Time:
12:15–13:30 hrs
Date:
Thursday, 18 June 2026
Venue:
InterContinental Bangkok, Platinum 1
Lunch Menu:
Appetizer:
Carrot Three Ways, Summer Salad and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Main Course:
M1 – Seared Seabass, Spicy Tomato and Clam Sauce
or
M2 – Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Cajun Spices, Kabocha Pumpkin, Yuzu Green Sauce
or
M3 (VEG) – Linguine, Tomato Puttanesca, Olive, Caper, Red Pepper
Dessert:
D1 – Birthday Cake with Coffee Flavor
or
D2 (VEG) – Assorted Fresh Fruit
Booking:
Please send your booking and lunch confirmation before 15 June 2026, 12:00 hrs to Khun Toi:
rotarybangkok@gmail.com / Tel. 082-641-4298
Rotarians and invited guests are welcome.