Embassy of Indonesia

Nestled on Petchburi Road, the Embassy of Indonesia whispers tales of a nation’s journey. The Embassy of Indonesia stands as a symbol of the enduring relationship between Indonesia and Thailand. In 1947, amidst the Indonesian National Revolution, a small office known as INDOFF opened near Si Lom Road. This unassuming building served as a hub for Indonesian independence activists. Figures like Adam Malik, who later became Vice President of Indonesia, strategized within its walls. The Embassy of Indonesia’s story is intertwined with the very birth of the Indonesian republic. In 1949, a crowd of a thousand Indonesians gathered at INDOFF. They celebrated the transfer of sovereignty from the Dutch. INDOFF was upgraded to a Legation, marking a significant step in Indonesia’s diplomatic presence. The Legation then moved to Si Lom Road in 1950. In 1952, work began on the Embassy of Indonesia’s current location on Petchburi Road. The first Indonesian Ambassador to Thailand was appointed in 1952. The Embassy of Indonesia officially achieved its full status in 1956. Construction of the current chancery began in 1962. During construction, the embassy operated from a temporary location on Phaya Thai Road. Finally, in 1960, the staff moved into the new complex on Petchburi Road. This complex housed not only the embassy offices but also the Ambassador’s residence. It included a meeting room, gymnasium, tennis court, and a library. Even the Indonesian School of Bangkok, founded by the embassy in 1962, was located within the compound. The Embassy of Indonesia stands as a testament to the growth and evolution of Indonesian-Thai relations.