Strengthening Ties: Thailand's Foreign Minister Visits India

Thailand's Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa arrives in India on October 31 for a visit until November 3, 2024. This visit highlights the robust diplomatic relations between Thailand and India, established in 1947. The agenda includes key discussions on bilateral cooperation with India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

Thailand's Foreign Minister, Maris Sangiampongsa, landed in India on October 31 for a pivotal three-day visit, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs. The visit, which extends until November 3, marks a significant moment in the diplomatic relationship between the two nations, established in 1947.

Touching down at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport late on Tuesday, Sangiampongsa is set to immerse himself in a series of high-profile meetings designed to fortify the already robust ties between Thailand and India. One of the highlights of his visit will be a meeting with India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, scheduled for November 2 at the iconic South Block.

The discussions aim to address multiple aspects of bilateral cooperation, spanning trade, defense, connectivity, and cultural exchanges, as the countries celebrate the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. Sangiampongsa's visit is seen as a strategic move to enhance mutual understanding, underlining the synergy between Thailand's "Act West" and India's "Act East" policies. His visit wraps up on November 3, reinforcing the shared commitment to deepening regional collaboration.

(With inputs from agencies.)