Thailand-Brunei are ready to expand cooperation that has existed for a long time. including economy, tourism, infrastructure Preparing to celebrate 40 years of diplomatic relations, Thailand prepares to push halal products. Jasmine rice enters the Brunei market
Reporters reported that After completing his mission to visit Hong Kong, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Arriving in Brunei Darussalam at 2:00 p.m. (local time, which is 1 hour earlier than Thailand), the Prime Minister attended a welcome ceremony at Istana Nurul Iman Palace. After that, the Prime Minister met with His Majesty. and held bilateral discussions with His Majesty the King of Brunei Darussalam.
The Prime Minister said it was a great honor to meet His Majesty. and officially visited Brunei today. Thailand and Brunei have a friendship that spans more than 39 years. Brunei is Thailand's ally. both in bilateral cooperation regional and multilateral forums, if His Majesty wishes to visit Visit Thailand It will be a great honor for the Thai government to have the opportunity to welcome you.
His Majesty the King's side His Majesty welcomed the Prime Minister and the delegation. along with congratulations on assuming the position of Prime Minister This official visit demonstrates the close relationship between Thailand and Brunei. Especially that next year will be the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
The King and the Prime Minister discussed and exchanged issues of mutual benefit. Thailand and Brunei are pleased that their relationship has always been full of friendship and goodwill. Especially relations at the royal level. That is an important pillar of the relationship between the two countries. Next year will be the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. The Prime Minister agreed that the existing bilateral mechanisms should be fully used. To develop relationships and cooperation between each other
in the economy The two leaders hope to further enhance cooperation in this area. The Prime Minister was pleased to learn that in 2002 the Brunei Investment Agency (BIA) collaborated with EXIM Thailand and the Government Pension Fund (GPF) to establish the Thailand Prosperity Fund with an initial capital of 200 million. US Dollar Ready to invite BIA to consider additional investment in Thailand. Especially in fields with high potential such as services and tourism. infrastructure etc.
The Prime Minister expressed his happiness that Thai products are becoming more popular in Brunei. By the Royal Thai Embassy There are plans to showcase more Thai products in Brunei. Therefore hopes to work with Brunei. To facilitate the export of Thai products and food to Brunei.
The two leaders attached great importance to cooperation in food security. Thailand wants to be a long-term partner of Brunei in this area. This is because Thailand is strong in agriculture and food production. and want to expand the export of Thai Halal products especially chicken meat and Thai jasmine rice to Brunei At the same time, the two countries are ready to strengthen cooperation in energy together.
The two leaders agreed that A strong and prosperous ASEAN is important. ASEAN is an important pillar of the government's foreign policy. and ready to continue working with Brunei To strengthen ASEAN They hope to see closer economic integration in ASEAN. In addition, both sides expressed concern over the current violence in the Middle East. Ready to ask for the situation to be resolved quickly.
The Prime Minister thanked him for the gracious welcome. and is considered a royal grace The Thai government will follow up on discussions for the benefit of the people of both countries. Thailand is committed to working closely. Move forward with cooperation with Brunei to achieve maximum results.
Source: Thai News Agency