Ambassador H.E. Mr. Asi Mamanee, the Ambassador of the Royal Kingdom of Thailand, presented his letter of credence to HM King Willem Alexander of the Kingdom of the Netherlands on March 6, 2024. Ambassador Mamanee a diplomat with a wealth of experience, has traversed the globe representing the Kingdom of Thailand with honor and distinction. His journey is one of dedication, perseverance, and excellence.
Born with a keen interest in international affairs, Ambassador Mamanee embarked on his academic journey by earning a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs with Second Class Honors from Thammasat University. Building upon this foundation, he pursued further studies, obtaining a Master of Public Administration from the prestigious University of Southern California in the United States.
In 1992, Ambassador Mamanee commenced his career in diplomacy by joining the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand as a Third Secretary in the Latin America Division, Department of American and South Pacific Affairs. From serving as a Consul at the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Vancouver to assuming roles as a Minister-Counsellor in Kathmandu and The Hague, Ambassador Mamanee has left an indelible mark in various capacities.
Notable milestones during his tenure include his service as a Director in both the South Asia Division, the Africa Division, as well as Consul-General in Hong Kong where he played an important role in enhancing Thailand’s diplomatic engagements in these regions.
Ambassador Mamanee ‘s dedication to fostering international relations and advancing Thailand’s interests has been recognized through numerous decorations and honors. In 2003 and 2008, he was conferred the Knight Commander (Second Class) titles of the Most Noble Order of the Crown of Thailand and the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant, respectively, acknowledging his outstanding service to the nation. Furthermore, his contributions have been lauded with prestigious awards such as the Chakrabarti Mala Medal in 2017.
In February 2024, Ambassador Asi Mamanee assumed the role of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Beyond his professional achievements, Ambassador Mamanee is married to Mrs. Ittha Mamanee.
