Bangkok:The Royal Thai Police have announced that there will be no traffic closures during the upcoming IMF-World Bank meeting.
According to Thai News Agency, the Royal Thai Police are prepared with traffic management plans to handle any emergencies that may arise during the event, which will take place from October 12-18, 2026.
Pol. Maj. Gen. Siriwat Deepo, spokesperson for the Royal Thai Police, confirmed that the public can expect normal travel conditions on all routes throughout the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings held in Bangkok.
Reports of an order from Lumphini Police Station to close traffic were addressed by the police spokesperson, who clarified that the document authorizes officers to manage traffic only in emergency or urgent situations, rather than imposing permanent closures.
The Royal Thai Police have emphasized their readiness to maintain security and facilitate smooth traffic flow during the conference. Should road closures become necessary, the public will be informed in advance to allow for appropriate travel planning. To minimize inconvenience, people are advised to avoid routes around the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, where the event will be held, due to the expected high number of attendees.