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Srettha sets off for Berlin, Paris
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 07/03/2024
» The government will push for a free trade agreement between Thailand and the European Union, visa exemptions for holders of Thai passports and greater cooperation in trade and investments as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin embarks on an official visit to Germany and France.
PM courts investors at summit
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 06/03/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has invited leading companies in Australia to invest in electric vehicle (EV) batteries, clean energy, and transport logistics in Thailand.
Philippines will push back against China if maritime interests ignored: Marcos
Published on 04/03/2024
» Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Monday said his country will cooperate with China despite increased tensions, but would push back when its sovereignty, sovereign rights, and jurisdiction in South China Sea are ignored.
Asean now 'really' matters to Australia
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 27/02/2024
» The Albanese government has repeatedly declared that Asean matters to Australia. In the past, such an assertion often drew a quick response, with "really?" being the most common reply. Today, that is no longer the case. Asean "really" does matter to Australia. However, whether Australia matters to Asean remains to be seen.
Ramp up role in the region
News, Editorial, Published on 12/02/2024
» The Srettha administration deserves praise for running a proactive foreign policy that aims to see the country play a leading role in the region. Yet there are critical issues that demand urgent government attention.
Lao Asean chair: better comfort level
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 06/02/2024
» The outgrowth of the latest Asean foreign ministers' retreat in Luang Prabang last week palpably shows a better comfort level between the host and their colleagues. Such a casual atmosphere generated better outcomes without politicising or dragging on contentious issues. Most importantly, Vientiane's diplomatic finesse is highly visible in its third chairmanship in approaching Asean-related issues and challenges: the thinking is less is more with clear-cut priorities. If this trajectory continues, the Lao chair will be lauded.
Foreign minister calls for EU support on Myanmar crisis
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/02/2024
» Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara has asked the European Union (EU) for support in dealing with the Myanmar crisis.
China and US hold ‘fruitful’ talks in Bangkok
Published on 27/01/2024
» Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi had “candid, substantive and fruitful strategic communication” in Bangkok with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, aimed at furthering a pledge of dialogue by their leaders, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Saturday.
China visa fears rebuffed
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 27/01/2024
» The government has downplayed concern that its visa exemption policy for Chinese tourists may be exploited by some criminals to enter the country and operate illegal businesses here.
China's foreign minister to meet US national security adviser in Bangkok
Reuters, Published on 26/01/2024
» WASHINGTON/BEIJING: US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Bangkok on Friday and Saturday, building on a commitment by the two countries' leaders to deepen dialogue between the world's two largest economies.