Ireland marks St Patrick’s Day in Bangkok as Minister Charlie McConalogue visits Thailand
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
The Embassy of Ireland in Thailand hosted St Patrick’s Day celebrations on March 17, 2026, welcoming visiting Irish Minister Charlie McConalogue TD and showcasing Irish culture, hospitality and growing ties with Thailand.
Secrets behind the Halloween pumpkin: From Irish legend to glowing guardian
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025
Discover the fascinating tale of the Halloween pumpkin — from Ireland’s legend of Jack O’Lantern to its transformation into a glowing symbol of protection, fun and festivity.
Bangkok, Ireland to manage local development challenges of both cities
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2025
(March 18, 2025)–Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok, welcomed John Cummins, Minister of State for Local Government and Planning of the Republic of Ireland, and Patrick Bourne, Ambassador of the Republic of Ireland to Thailand, and their delegation for discussion on “local governance between Bangkok and the Republic of Ireland, and future cooperation."
Spain, Norway and Ireland recognise Palestine as EU rift with Israel widens
TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024
Spain, Norway and Ireland formally recognized a Palestinian state on Tuesday in a coordinated effort by the three Western European nations to add international pressure on Israel to soften its response to last year’s Hamas-led attack.
Norway, Ireland, and Spain recognize Palestinian state
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2024
Norway, Ireland and Spain said Wednesday they are recognizing a Palestinian state in a historic move that drew condemnation from Israel and jubilation from the Palestinians. Israel immediately ordered back its ambassadors from Norway and Ireland.
Ireland to sell part of $807 million Bank of Ireland Stake
THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 2021
The Irish government plans to sell part of its 676 million euro ($807 million) stake in Bank of Ireland Group over the next six months or so, the latest stage in its bid to recoup the bank bailout that almost bankrupted the nation.