Thai Society in Preparation for the ASEAN Community (30/04/2012) Several plans are being worked out and studies are being undertaken to prepare Thai society for the realization of the ASEAN Community in 2015. More >

Empowering Disabled Persons for Job Opportunities in ASEAN (30/04/2012) The Government is ready to support activities to empower people with disabilities. Thailand will also expand the activities to give a helping hand to disabled persons for greater opportunities in the ASEAN region. More >

Foreign Minister to Attend the 19th ASEAN-EU Ministerial Meeting (30/04/2012) Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul will represent Thailand in attending the 19th ASEAN-EU Ministerial Meeting (AEMM), which is scheduled for 26-27 April 2012, in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam. Also attending the meeting will be ministers and representatives from ASEAN and European Union Member States, the ASEAN Secretariat, and the European External Action Service. More >

Thailand Emphasizes Its Policy to Assist Neighboring Countries (30/04/2012) The Thai government has stressed its policy of assisting neighboring countries in the development of the Greater Mekong Subregion, for the stability and prosperity of the region as a whole. More >

Thailand to Work Closely with China to Promote ASEAN-China Strategic Relations (30/04/2012) Thailand, as the incoming coordinating country for ASEAN-China relations, has pledged to work closely with China to promote ASEAN-China strategic relations. More >

Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra to Attend the Fourth Mekong-Japan Summit (30/04/2012) After her official visit to China on 17-19 April 2012, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is scheduled to visit Japan from April 19 to 22 for the Fourth Mekong-Japan Summit. The Fourth Mekong-Japan Summit will take place in Tokyo on April 21. Attending the summit will be leaders from Japan, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. More >

Thailand’s Proposal on the Prioritization of the Three Pillars of ASEAN (11/04/2012) Thailand has proposed the prioritization of the three pillars of ASEAN in an effort to build a strong foundation for this regional grouping. More >

Developing Thai Agricultural and OTOP Products in Preparation for the ASEAN Community (11/04/2012) All provincial governors have been urged to develop local agricultural and "One Tambon, One Product (OTOP)" goods in preparation for the realization of the ASEAN Community in the next three years. More >

Thailand Stresses the Importance of Maintaining ASEAN’s Centrality (04/04/2012) Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul has stressed the importance of maintaining ASEAN’s centrality, especially amidst increasing engagements with countries outside Southeast Asia. More >

Prime Minister to Attend the 20th ASEAN Summit in Cambodia (02/04/2012) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra will join other ASEAN leaders at the upcoming 20th ASEAN Summit to be hosted by Cambodia on 3-4 April 2012. More >

Vast Business Opportunities Seen in Thailand and the ASEAN Market (14/03/2012) Vast business and investment opportunities are seen in Thailand following the establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015. More >

Thailand Calls on ASEAN to Work in Unison against Narcotic Drugs (05/03/2012) Thailand has urged ASEAN Member States to work in unison against drugs in the pursuit of a Drug-Free ASEAN in 2015. More >

Crucial Role of the Media in Enhancing ASEAN Connectivity (05/03/2012) The Thai government realizes the crucial role of the media in enhancing the connection of the ASEAN region through physical, institutional, and people connectivity. More >

Department of Trade Negotiations Annual Symposium 2012: AEC 2015 and Beyond (29/02/2012) Speaking at the Department of Trade Negotiations (DTN) Annual Symposium 2012, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Surin Pitsuwan, urged governments and all relevant agencies to modify rules and regulations in order to remove tariff barriers and to facilitate investment and trade in the region. More >

Thailand Committed to the Implementation of the ASEAN National Communication Plan (29/02/2012) All sectors of Thai society are encouraged to participate in and benefit from the process of ASEAN integration and community-building. More >

Thailand Taking Steps to Promote ASEAN Awareness and Understanding (27/02/2012) The Government Public Relations Department, or PRD, is taking steps to promote ASEAN awareness and understanding by working with various agencies in moving Thailand toward the ASEAN Community. More >

Thailand and Malaysia: Strong Partners Pushing for ASEAN Connectivity (22/02/2012) Thailand and Malaysia have pledged to enhance connectivity in the ASEAN region and join forces in building the ASEAN Community. They have also agreed to cooperate in developing infrastructure linking Thailand’s southern border provinces with Malaysia’s northern and eastern states. More >

Thai Foreign Minister Cites India and ASEAN as a Significant Part of the Global Growth Engine (17/02/2012) Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul cited India and ASEAN as the engines of global economic growth, saying that ASEAN is committed to deepening its engagement with India and that the key to achieve this goal is greater connectivity. More >

Thailand and Vietnam Moving Closer Together as ASEAN Partners (10/02/2012) Thailand has stressed its intention to work closely in partnership with Vietnam, which expressed its support for Thailand’s proposal on ASEAN connectivity and the East-West Economic Corridor. More >

Greater Opportunities for Thai Gems and Jewelry in ASEAN Market (10/02/2012) Thailand is seeking greater opportunities to expand its gem and jewelry market in the ASEAN region, a large market of 600 million people. More >

Timor-Leste to Seek Advice from Thailand for Its Preparations to Join ASEAN (07/02/2012) The Foreign Minister of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, Dr. Zacarius Albano da Costa, will seek advice from Thailand regarding ASEAN, as Timor-Leste is in preparation for its accession to ASEAN. More >

Launching the ASEAN Station in Preparation for the ASEAN Community (07/02/2012) The Public Relations Department (PRD) has recently launched the ASEAN Station at its main office in Bangkok. More >

Striving to Stimulate Thailand’s Economy and Push for a Stronger ASEAN (30/01/2012) Thailand is striving to stimulate its economy and to strengthen ASEAN, which is committed to achieving a single community by 2015. More >

Thailand’s Strength to Become the Logistics Hub for ASEAN (29/01/2012) Thailand is ideally positioned to serve as the logistics hub for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which is striving to promote its community-building efforts for the integration of the region as a whole. More >

Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra to Stimulate Confidence in Thailand at the World Economic Forum (26/01/2012) After her official visit to India, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is scheduled to attend in the 42nd Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum on 27-28 January 2012 in Davos, Switzerland. More >

Thailand and the Philippines Agree to Increase Bilateral Trade (20/01/2012) Thailand and the Republic of the Philippines have agreed to increase bilateral trade and move closer together in several areas, as both countries move toward the realization of the ASEAN Community by 2015. More >

Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra to Visit the Philippines (18/01/2012) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra will make a one-day official visit to the Philippines on Thursday, 19 January 2012, to introduce himself after assuming office as the Prime Minister of Thailand. More >

A Call for Human Resource Development to Move Thailand toward the ASEAN Economic Community (17/01/2012) Human resources have been cited as the most important factor to move Thailand toward the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in the next few years. More >

Ten ASEAN Countries Gathering at the Culture and Information Meeting (08/01/2012) The Ministry of Culture and the Government Public Relations Department (PRD) jointly host the 46th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee on Culture and Information (ASEAN-COCI) between 10 and 13 January 2012 at the Tide Resort in Bang Saen, Chon Buri province. More >

Thailand to Join Other ASEAN Partners in Boosting Tourism with Dialogue Partners (03/01/2012) Thailand will join other ASEAN partners in signing two important documents to promote tourism cooperation with ASEAN dialogue partners. More >

Thailand Calls for Enhancing Connectivity between India and ASEAN (29/12/2011) Thailand has called for enhancing connectivity between India and ASEAN and it sees ASEAN-India relations as a significant factor leading to peace, stability, and dynamism in the rise of the greater East Asia region. More >

Thailand and China Emphasize Close ASEAN-China Cooperation (23/12/2011) Thailand and China have emphasized their close cooperation under the framework of ASEAN-China cooperation, since Thailand will serve as coordinator for ASEAN-China relations in 2012. More >

Highlighting Thai-Chinese Cooperation during the Official Visit to Thailand by the Chinese Vice President (22/12/2011) Mr. Xi Jinping, Vice President of the People’s Republic of China, is scheduled to pay an official visit to Thailand as guest of the Thai government on 22-24 December 2011. Prior to the visit, the Cabinet, during its meeting on December 19, approved two memorandums of understanding (MOUs) between the two countries and an Action Plan on Sino-Thai Cultural Cooperation for 2011-2013. More >

Thailand Regards the Greater Mekong Subregion as a Key to the Realization of the ASEAN Community (21/12/2011) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinwatra has expressed Thailand’s strong support for the development of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS), saying that Thailand regards its development as a major drive for the realization of the ASEAN Community. More >

Thailand 2012: The Year of English Speaking (20/12/2011) The Ministry of Education is working out a program named "English Speaking Year 2012" for next year. The press conference to announce the program’s opening is scheduled for 26 December 2011 at 9:30 a.m. at the Ministryof Education. More >

Establishment of ASEAN Information Centers to Promote Public Awareness of ASEAN Community (20/12/2011) The Government Public Relations Department (PRD) will establish ASEAN information centers in all Public Relation Regional Offices across Thailand in preparation for the realization of the ASEAN Community by 2015. More >

Thailand Supports ASEAN to Play a More Proactive Role in the Global Community (18/11/2011) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has voiced support for ASEAN to play a more proactive role in the global community, pursuing a "forward strategy" to dealwith global challenges more effectively. More >

Prime Minister to Explain Thailand’s Flooding Situation to the Upcoming ASEAN Summit (13/11/2011) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra will explain the flooding situation in Thailand to leaders at the upcoming ASEAN summit, to be held in Bali, Indonesia, from November 17 to 19. More >

ASEAN Statement on Flood Prevention Initiated by Thailand (11/11/2011) ASEAN leaders have adopted a statement on cooperation in flood prevention, mitigation, relief, recovery, and rehabilitation, initiated by Thailand, which is among several flood-hit countries in the region. More >

Government to Strongly Promote International Trade (21/09/2011) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has stated that the Government was determined to promote international trade and work in strong economic partnerships with other countries. More >

Thailand’s Focus on Confidence-Building among ASEAN Countries (19/09/2011) Thailand has emphasized the importance of confidence building among ASEAN countries and its commitment to developing closer relationship with all ASEAN member states. More >

Brunei Darussalam Interested in the Planting Technology for High-Quality Thai Rice (13/09/2011) Brunei Darussalam has shown interest in technology for planting high-quality Thai rice, especially jasmine rice. Thailand will present rice, glutinous rice, and a rice cooker to His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Muizzaddin Waddaulah to learn more about quality and the way to cook Thai rice. More >

Government to Bring Back Political, Economic, and Social Stability (12/09/2011) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has stressed that her administration is fully dedicated to bringing back political, economic, and social stability to the Thai people, to ensuring their well-being, and to improving their quality of life. More >

Anti-Drug Operations: A National Priority of the Government (09/09/2011) The Government has cited anti-drug operations as a national priority and called on all provinces to attach greater importance to drug prevention and control, especially among young people. More >

Prime Minister Starting ASEAN Trips (09/09/2011) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is starting her familiarization trips to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), with Brunei Darussalam as the first country, on September 10. More >

Universities Urged to Enhance Thailand’s Competitiveness (06/09/2011) Since Thailand and its ASEAN partners are moving toward a single community by 2015, universities in Thailand have been urged to help increase the potential of all provinces in order to enhance the country’s competitiveness. More >

World Bank Asked to Help Study Thailand’s Tax Restructuring (05/09/2011) The World Bank has been asked to help study the restructuring of Thailand’s tax system, particularly the reduction of corporate tax and the offering of tax incentives for foreign investors. More >

Language Tests for Thai Workers in Preparation for the Realization of the ASEAN Community (02/09/2011) Thai workers wishing to work overseas will have to pass language tests, as part of a program in preparation for the realization of the ASEAN Community by 2015. More >

Thai-Cambodian Relations Cited as a Major Issue for the New Foreign Minister (18/08/2011) New Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul has told officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to enhance relations with the international community at all levels and dimensions, especially the resolving of Thai-Cambodian issue. More >

Enhancing Thailand’s Role in the ASEAN Region (16/08/2011) Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has called for closer cooperation by all agencies involved to help enhance Thailand’s role in the ASEAN region. More >

From Creative Cuisine to "Kitchen of the World" with Emphasis on Food Safety (03/08/2011) Thailand, which is known for its creative cuisine, is stepping up efforts to develop itself into the "Kitchen of the World," with an emphasis on food safety. More >

Bright Prospects for Thai Halal Food Exports (20/07/2011) Bright prospects are seen for Thai halal food exports this year. Thailand is likely to export more halal food, which is now in greater demand in the global market. More >

Thailand Satisfied with the International Court of Justice’s Order Concerning the Provisional Demilitarized Zone (20/07/2011) reign Minister Kasit Piromya has stated that Thailand is satisfied with the International Court of Justice’s order regarding the indication of provisional measures submitted by Cambodia. More >

Strategic Plan to Drive Thailand’s Tourism Growth (07/07/2011) Thailand is expected to host between 18 and 18.3 million visitors this year, with tourism earnings of 700 billion baht. Last year, it hosted 15.8 million foreign visitors, who brought in 585 billion baht. More >

Ten Creative Cities Selected as Prototypes for "Creative Thailand" (30/06/2011) A total of 10 provinces have been selected as "creative city prototypes" in response to the "Creative Thailand" policy, aimed at increasing the value of Thai products and services and strengthening the overall Thai economy. More >

Thailand as One of ASEAN’s Gateways to the World (18/06/2011) Because of many factors, Thailand has become one of ASEAN’s gateways to the world and home to many important clusters of industries. More >

Thailand Rejects Allegations about the Violation of Cambodian Airspace (10/06/2011) Thailand has sent a letter to the Cambodian Embassy in Bangkok, rejecting Cambodia’s allegations that Thailand violated its territorial airspace. More >

Promoting ASEAN Awareness among Thai Youth and Media Practitioners (07/06/2011) ASEAN awareness has been promoted among Thai youth and members of the media as Thailand is actively joining its ASEAN partners in moving toward a single community by 2015. More >

Thailand Wishes to Live in Peace with Cambodia (01/06/2011) Thai Ambassador to the Netherlands Virachai Plasai has stated that Thailand has always wished to live in peace with Cambodia and has made every effort to maintain good relations on the basis of cooperation and trust. It has no reason to wage war with Cambodia. More >

Thai Private Sector Invited to Invest more in the Philippines (27/05/2011) Mr. Benigno S. Aquino III, President of the Republic of the Philippines, has invited the Thai private sector to invest in the energy industry and infrastructure, including natural gas, transportation, power supplier and real-estate sector as a part of the Public Private Partnership (PPP) policy of the Philippine Government. More >

Thailand’s Proposal on the "3Cs" for ASEAN (24/05/2011) Thailand has proposed the "3Cs" strategy for ASEAN to enjoy success as a regional organization. More >

Thai-Cambodian Border Trade in Chanthaburi and Other Provinces (20/05/2011) The trade situation along the Thai-Cambodian border in the eastern province of Chanthaburi has continued without being affected by tensions in the current state of bilateral relations between Thailand and Cambodia More >

Thailand Has No Intention Whatsoever to Have Conflicts with Neighbors (11/05/2011) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has stressed that Thailand has no intention whatsoever to engage in any conflict with neighbors and countries in the region. More >

Thailand Repeats Its Call on Cambodia to Resolve Disputes through Peaceful Dialogue (06/05/2011) Thailand has repeated its call on Cambodia to cease its firing disputes through peaceful dialogue under existing bilateral mechanisms. More >

Preparations for Thailand’s International Legal Team in the Phra Viharn Case (06/05/2011) Three international legal advisors, who will be part of the legal team representing Thailand following Cambodia’s submission of its request to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for interpretation of the 1962 judgment on the Temple of Phra Viharn case, discussed the issue with Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya on May 4. More >

Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva to Clarify the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation at the Upcoming ASEAN Summit (02/05/2011) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva will attend the ASEAN Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia, on May 7 and 8. He will take this opportunity to clarify the situation on the Thai-Cambodian situation to other ASEAN leaders. More >

Thailand Committed to Negotiations to Relieve the Thai-Cambodian Border Tensions (27/04/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya has stressed that Thailand is committed to negotiations to relieve the Thai-Cambodian border tensions. More >

Thailand’s Active Role in Regional Economic Development and Global Affairs (24/04/2011) Thailand has played an active role in regional economic development and connectivity, in global peace and security, as well as in humanitarian assistance. More >

Thailand Protests the Unprovoked Armed Attacks by Cambodian Troops (24/04/2011) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement regarding the unprovoked armed attacks by Cambodian troops at the Thai-Cambodia border. More >

Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Regarding the Unprovoked Armed Attacks by Cambodian Troops April 24 (24/04/2011) With regard to the repeated unprovoked armed attacks on 24 April 2011 by Cambodian troops on Thai soldiers and civilians, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand has issued a statement concerning this issue. More >

Thailand Emphasizes Its Readiness to Extend Technical Cooperation to Myanmar (20/04/2011) Thailand has emphasized its readiness to extend technical cooperation to Myanmar and to continue fostering Thai-Mayanmar cooperation at both the regional and subregional levels, especially within the context of the ASEAN Community in 2015 and the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). More >

Thai-Cambodian JBC Meeting Ends Satisfactorily (11/04/2011) The meeting of the Joint Commission on the Demarcation for Land Boundary (JBC) between Thailand and Cambodia, held on 7-8 April 2011 in Bogor, Indonesia, was concluded with satisfactory outcomes. More >

Government Supports the Tourism Industry in Thailand and the ASEAN Region (27/03/2011) The Thai government strongly supports the advancement of the tourism industry within Thailand and the ASEAN region, especially under the "Five Countries, One Destination" scheme of the Ayeyawady - Chao Phraya - Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS), as well as opportunities for people to "travel the ASEAN Community" as a whole. More >

The Creative Economy: A New Model for Thailand (24/03/2011) The Government hopes that the development of "Creative Thailand" will become a model for other developing countries trying to boost the creative economy. More >

Thailand Offers Relief Assistance to Japan and Is Prepared for Possible Huge Natural Disasters (15/03/2011) Thailand has sent medical teams to Miyagi and Fukushima of Japan, which were struck by the massive earthquake and tsunami on March 11. It is also prepared for coping with possible huge natural disasters. More >

Thailand Ready to Join the Meetings of the General Border Committee and the Joint Boundary Committee (13/03/2011) Thailand is ready to attend for meetings of the General Border Committee (GBC) and the General Border Committee (GBC), to be held in Indonesia on 24-25 March 2011. The meetings were proposed by Indonesia. More >

Meeting of Thai-Cambodian Joint Boundary Commission Postponed (10/03/2011) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the meeting of the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), which Thailand had proposed for 7-8 March 2011, with Indonesia playing a facilitator’s role, has to be postponed. More >

Thailand Agrees to Expand the Scope of the Tsunami Regional Trust Fund (10/03/2011) Thailand, in collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), has agreed to expand the scope of the Tsunami Regional Trust Fund in the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia to cover other climate change-related disasters. More >

Directions and Measures for the Creative Thailand Policy (05/03/2011) The National Creative Economy Policy Committee, chaired by Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva, held its first meeting in 2011 on March 1. The meeting discussed directions and measures on the mobilization of the creative economy, aimed at increasing the value of Thai products and services from culture and innovation. More >

Issue of the Temple of Phra Viharn (04/03/2011) The issue of de-listing of the Temple of Phra Viharn was raised neither by Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva nor by Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya during their respective meetings with the UNESCO Special Envoy on 25 February 2011. More >

Thailand to Focus More on Culture and Education toward Realizing the ASEAN Community (01/03/2011) The Ministry of Culture is considering establishing an ASEAN division specifically to handle cultural affairs between Thailand and other ASEAN members, while the Ministry of Education will attach greater importance to vocational education in preparation for the realization of the ASEAN Community by 2015. More >

UNESCO Supports Dialogue between Thailand and Cambodia (28/02/2011) Special Envoy from the United Nations Educational, Science, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Mr. Koichiro Matsuura paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva on February 25, saying that UNESCO supports bilateral dialogue between Thailand and Cambodia. More >

Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Resume Bilateral Negotiations (24/02/2011) Thailand and Cambodia, which had border clashes recently, agreed to resume their bilateral negotiations, with Indonesia playing a facilitating role. More >

Heightening ASEAN Awareness among the Thai Public (24/02/2011) The public and private sectors and civil society have been urged to work closely in promoting ASEAN awareness among the general public. More >

Thailand and Cambodia to Avoid Further Armed Clashes (23/02/2011) The ASEAN Foreign Ministers, under the Chairmanship of Mr. Marty Natalegawa, Foreign Minister of Indonesia, have endorsed Cambodia and Thailand’s efforts to reach an amicable modality to avoid further armed clashes along their common border. More >

Thailand Ready to Use All Existing Bilateral Mechanisms with Cambodia (21/02/2011) An informal meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers will be held on 22 February 2011 in Jakarta, Indonesia, to discuss the Thai-Cambodian border issue. Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya said that Thailand would reaffirm its readiness to use all existing bilateral mechanisms with Cambodia, especially the Thai-Cambodian Joint Commission on Demarcation for Land Boundary (JBC). More >

Thailand’s View on ASEAN’s Role in Thai-Cambodian Border Issue (21/02/2011) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said that Thailand is ready to engage in dialogue and is open to hearing how ASEAN could be involved in the Thai-Cambodian border conflicts. More >

An Interview Given by Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya on the Thai-Cambodian Situation (17/02/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya gave a telephone interview from New York on 15 February 2011 regarding the outcome of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting, which addressed the recent border incidents between Thailand and Cambodia. More >

Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Concerning the Continuing Violation of Thailand’s Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity by Cambodia (17/02/2011) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 16 February 2011 issued a statement concerning the continuing violation of Thailand’s sovereignty and territorial integrity by Cambodia: More >

Statement by Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya at the United Nations Security Council on Thai-Cambodia Border Clashes (15/02/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya on 14 February 2011 attended a session at the United Nations Security Council in New York to give an explanation on the recent Thai-Cambodian border clashes. More >

Negotiations to Be Made at All Levels to Resolve Thai-Cambodian Border Conflicts (14/02/2011) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has stated that negotiations would be made at all levels to resolve the ongoing border conflicts between Thailand and Cambodia. The Government would try every possible way for Thai and Cambodian people to live together in peace. More >

Statement by the Royal Thai Government on Thai-Cambodian Border Issue (11/02/2011) The Thai government on February 10 issued the following statement concerning border clashes between Thai and Cambodian troops from 4 to 7 February 2011: More >

Thailand and Cambodia Urged to Use Their Common Heritage to Enhance Cooperation (11/02/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya has urged Thailand and Cambodia to use their common heritage to enhance cooperation, saying that both countries should not bring up historical conflicts as an impediment to the development of their relationship. More >

Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya to Speak to the United Nations Security Council on Thai-Cambodian Border Conflicts (10/02/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya is scheduled to attend a session in New York on 14 February 2011 to brief the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on the current situation along the Thai-Cambodian border, after Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and the Foreign Minister had sent notes to the UNSC to clarify the situation and Thailand’s position concerning the issue. More >

Thailand’s Explanation on Latest Border Clashes between Thai and Cambodian Troops (09/02/2011) The Thai government has protested against Cambodia’s blatant violation of Thailand’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and Cambodia’s attacks on Thai civilians and properties. More >

Press Conference on the Current Situation along the Thai-Cambodian Border (09/02/2011) A press conference took place at Government House on February 7 on the current situation along the Thai- Cambodian border. More >

Indonesia Supports Talks between Thailand and Cambodia to Resolve Border Problem (09/02/2011) Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty M. Natalegawa has extended full support for Thailand’s efforts to resolve the border problem between Thailand and Cambodia. More >

Development of Infrastructure and Logistics Projects with Myanmar and Laos (08/02/2011) The Thai government is giving a boost to the development of Myanmar’s Tavoy deep-sea port, which will contribute to Thailand’s infrastructure and logistics network with neighboring countries. More >

ASEAN Is Concerned about the Serious Thai-Cambodian Border Situation (07/02/2011) Dr. Surin Pitsuwan, Secretary-General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), has sent an urgent message to Thailand and Cambodia, the two ASEAN Member States now trading fires with casualties on both sides. More >

Foreign Diplomats Briefed on Clashes at the Thai-Cambodian Border (07/02/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya held a meeting with a group of foreign ambassadors and diplomatic representatives to Thailand to brief them on the recent border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia. More >

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Issues a Statement on Attack of Cambodian Troops (05/02/2011) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement on the attack of Cambodian troops. More >

Thailand’s Demand for the Removal of the Flag over the "Keo Sikha Kiri Svara" Pagoda (01/02/2011) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement concerning the flag over the "Keo Sikha Kiri Svara" Pagoda along the Thai-Cambodian border. More >

Policy of Making Thailand an Auto Production Hub in ASEAN (31/01/2011) The Government has a policy to make Thailand an auto production hub in the ASEAN region, with an ambitious plan to become one of the top car manufacturers in the world. More >

Thailand-Led Initiative on the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Road Trip (24/01/2011) ASEAN Foreign Ministers are taking part in a road trip along Route 3A, from Chiang Rai province in northern Thailand to Kunming in southern China, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of ASEAN-China dialogue partnership. More >

Thailand’s Active Role in Enhancing BIMSTEC Connectivity (24/01/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya has assured the members of BIMSTEC that Thailand would continue its active role in enhancing BIMSTEC connectivity. More >

Thailand Confirms Its Support for Timor-Leste’s Planned Membership in ASEAN (20/01/2011) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya has confirmed Thailand’s support for Timor-Leste’s planned membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), given the country’s location in Southeast Asia, and its leadership in promoting democracy and human rights recognized by the international community. More >

Prime Minister’s Vision for a "New Indochina" (17/01/2011) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has cited his vision for a "new Indochina" as one of greater growth and prosperity for all countries in the subregion. This vision is about boosting "inclusive growth" and substantially reducing the gap between countries in terms of economic development. More >

Efforts to Help Seven Thais Detained in Cambodia (13/01/2011) The Thai government is closely following developments in the legal case to help the seven Thais who were arrested and accused by Cambodia of illegally crossing the border into Cambodia. More >

Thailand’s Policy on Humanitarian Assistance for Persons Fleeing Fighting in Myanmar (10/01/2011) Thailand has affirmed its policy to provide humanitarian assistance to displaced persons fleeing fighting in Myanmar. More >

Government to Provide Assistance to Seven Thai Nationals Arrested by Cambodian Authorities (06/01/2011) Seven Thai nationals, including Democrat MP Panich Vikitsech, were arrested by Cambodian authorities on 29 December 2010 in Sa Kaeo province and were later charged by a Cambodian court for illegally entering Cambodian territory. More >

Stepping up Campaign for ASEAN Awareness (24/12/2010) In a move toward realizing the ASEAN Community by 2015, the public relations campaign for ASEAN awareness has been stepped up in Thailand. More >

Thailand’s Firm Intention to Strengthen Relations with Laos (13/12/2010) On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of Thai-Lao diplomatic relations on 19 December 2010, Thailand has reiterated its commitment to further enhancing and strengthening long-standing bilateral relations with Lao PDR. More >

Thailand’s Civil Service in Preparation for the ASEAN Community (08/12/2010) All government agencies in Thailand have been urged to adjust themselves in preparation for the realization of the ASEAN Community by 2015. More >

Improvements in Thai-Cambodian Relations (29/11/2010) Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thuagsuban stressed that Thai-Cambodian relations had improved steadily after leaders of the two countries met and discussed bilateral cooperation to create better understanding. More >

Thai-Cambodian Friendship Concert (25/11/2010) The Thai government is scheduled to host a Thai-Cambodian musical and cultural show to promote friendship and cultural exchange between Thailand and Cambodia through music and performances. More >

Progress of Thailand’s Cooperation with Neighboring Countries (22/11/2010) Thailand has reaffirmed its commitments to joint cooperation in various areas with neighboring countries. More >

Thailand to Bring Out the Creativity in ASEAN with the Concept of "Creative ASEAN" (01/11/2010) More >

Working Visit to Thailand by the United Nations Secretary-General (26/10/2010) Mr. Ban Ki-moon, Secretary-General of the United Nations, will pay a working visit to Thailand on October 26, as guest of the Thai government. More >

Thailand and Cambodia Move to Deepen Their Understanding through Media Cooperation (26/10/2010) Thailand and Cambodia have moved to deepen their understanding and foster better media cooperation, following recent visits to Thailand by Cambodian Minister of Information Khieu Kanharith and a Cambodian media delegation. More >

Thailand Urged to Adjust with ASEAN Following the Change in the Concept of Security (20/10/2010) Thailand and its ASEAN partners have been urged to adjust in their defense and security cooperation, since the concept of "security" has changed significantly. More >

Prime Minister Stresses Thailand’s Plan to Become a Creative Economy Hub in ASEAN (18/10/2010) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has stated that Thailand would proceed with its plan to become a creative economy hub in the ASEAN region. More >

Establishment of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community to Be Included in the 11th Development Plan (15/10/2010) The Office of the National Economic and Social Development Board has been instructed to include measures concerning the establishment of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community in the 11th National Economic and Social Development Plan, to be implemented from 2012 to 2016. More >

Thailand’s Vision on Sustainable Development (12/10/2010) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has stated that, in order to achieve sustainable development, the private sector should be encouraged to take part, since this is not just about decisions of the government. More >

Thailand Refutes Speculation on Repatriation of Myanmar Displaced Persons (11/10/2010) Ms. Vimon Kidchob, Director-General of the Department of Information and Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, has refuted speculation on the repatriation of displaced persons from Myanmar. More >

Thailand to Position Itself as a Center for Agriculture Knowledge and Technology Transfer in ASEAN (01/10/2010) The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives plans to position Thailand as a center for agriculture knowledge and technology in the ASEAN region. More >

Thailand Boosting Relations with Cambodia to Ease Border Conflicts (29/09/2010) Thailand is moving to promote relations and cooperation with Cambodia in all areas in an effort to ease border conflicts. More >

A Cultural Show to Strengthen Thai-Malaysian Relations and Promote Peace in the Deep South (16/09/2010) The Foreign Office of the Government Public Relations Department (PRD) will hold a Thai-Malaysian cultural show at Aksara Theater, King Power Complex, on Rang Nam Road in Bangkok on Thursday, 23 September 2010, between 18.00 and 20.00 hr. More >

Thailand and Cambodia to Promote Media and Information Exchange for Better Understanding (06/09/2010) Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to establish an information linking system in case that they need to make immediate contact to provide each other with accurate information and better understanding about any situation that might arise. They will also expand cooperation in media and cultural exchange programs. More >

Thai-Myanmar Border Trade in Tak Province (02/09/2010) Located in the lower North of Thailand and about 426 kilometers from Bangkok, Tak province has great potential for the development of border trade with Myanmar. The Ministry of Commerce is planning to set up a special economic zone in Mae Sot district to help promote border trade in Tak. More >

Thai Ambassador to Cambodia Instructed to Resume His Duties (24/08/2010) Ambassador Prasas Prasasvinitchai, Thai Ambassador to Cambodia, has been instructed to return to Phnom Penh to resume his duties on 24 August 2010. More >

Thailand’s Border Trade with Neighboring Countries in the First Half of 2010 (23/08/2010) Sharing borders with four neighboring countries, namely Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia, Thailand operates border checkpoints to facilitate cross-border trade with the four countries. In the first six months of 2010, Thailand’s border trade with its neighboring countries expanded significantly, at 33 percent over that of the same period in 2009. More >

Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya Sends Clarification Letters to ASEAN Concerning Thai-Cambodian Problems (20/08/2010) Ms. Vimon Kidchob, Director-General of the Department of Information and Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, was asked by the media on 20 August 2010 regarding the letter which the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia sent to Vietnam in its capacity as ASEAN Chair, proposing that ASEAN assist in the current problem between Thailand and Cambodia. More >

Thailand to Resolve Boundary Issues with Cambodia through Peaceful Bilateral Negotiations (16/08/2010) In response to media inquiries about news reports that the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia had sent a letter to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam, as the current Chair of ASEAN, seeking ASEAN’s assistance regarding the current border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, Ms. Vimon Kidchob, Director-General of the Department of Information and the Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, gave the following comments: More >

The Role of the Media in Bringing People Closer Together (11/08/2010) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva stated that, since ASEAN countries are working toward integration as a fully-fledged ASEAN Community by the year 2015, one of the challenges is how the media from the region can take part in this integration process and in the ASEAN Community in the future. More >

Thailand Cited as the Center of Production Networks in ASEAN (11/08/2010) Mr. Hidetoshi Nishimura, Executive Director of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), has cited Thailand as the center of production networks in this region. More >

Thailand and Indonesia Strengthening Media Cooperation (11/08/2010) Thailand and Indonesia are moving closer together in terms of media cooperation. They discussed areas of their networking and information sharing when Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office Ongart Klampaiboon led a group to visit ANTARA, the official news agency of Indonesia, on 3 August 2010. More >

Thailand Sends Clarification Letters on Thai-Cambodian Relations to the United Nations (11/08/2010) Referring to the letters of Samdech Techo Hun Sen, Prime Minister of Cambodia, dated 8 August 2010 to H.E. Dr. Ali Abdussalam Treki, President of the 64th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), and H.E. Mr. Vitaly Churkin, President of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), regarding Thailand-Cambodia relations, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva on 10 August 2010 sent letters of clarification to the Presidents of the UNGA and the UNSC on the said matter. More >

Thailand in an Effort to Develop Itself as a Center of ASEAN (09/08/2010) Thailand has continued to push for a stronger ASEAN and a truly integrated ASEAN Community by the year 2015. It is also striving to develop itself into a center of ASEAN. More >

"ASEAN + 3 Concert for the King" in Honor of His Majesty the King of Thailand (14/06/2010) Thailand will host a music performance "ASEAN + 3 Concert for the King" in honor of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on two occasions this year. One is the 60th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty, and the other is the 64th Anniversary Celebrations of His Majesty’s Accession to the Throne. More >

Thailand Calls for Contributions to the Prosperity and Stability of the Mekong Subregion (09/06/2010) Thailand has called on entrepreneurs to take part in the development of the Mekong subregion and contribute to the prosperity and stability of the subregion. More >

Thailand’s Efforts to Develop Infrastructure for ASEAN Connectivity (06/05/2010) Thailand has made continuous efforts to develop key infrastructure elements in order to enhance connectivity and help narrow development gaps between countries. The efforts will also improve ASEAN’s competitiveness, while promoting intra-regional trade, investment, tourism, and people-to-people contact. More >

Thailand Going Ahead with Its Plan to Expand a Railway Route to Laos (28/04/2010) The Thai government has decided to entrust a consulting firm to design an extended railway route linking Nong Khai province in northeastern Thailand with Thanaleng in Laos. The railway route will also link Thanaleng with Vientiane, the Lao capital. More >

Thailand to Host a World Creative Economic Forum Later This Year (20/04/2010) Thailand plans to host a World Creative Economic Forum later this year. ASEAN countries have shown interest in Thailand’s proposal to host this event in December 2010. More >

ASEAN Ready to Help Ease Political Tensions in Thailand (16/04/2010) The Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Surin Pitsuwan, has stated that ASEAN stands ready to extend any appropriate support to help diffuse the political situation in Thailand, if requested, without interfering into the country’s internal affairs. More >

Assuring the International Community of Thailand’s Healthy Economy and Determination to Resolve Political Situation (07/04/2010) Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya has assured the international community of Thailand’s healthy economy and the Government’s determination to resolve the current political situation. More >

Various Countries Offer to Help Solve Problems Concerning the Mekong Basin (07/04/2010) Various countries, institutions, and organizations have shown their intention to help solve problems concerning the development and management of the Mekong Basin’s water and related resources More >

Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva’s Official Visit to Brunei Darussalam and Bahrain (29/03/2010) Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva is scheduled to visit the Kingdom of Bahrain on March 30 and 31 at the invitation of the Government of Bahrain. More >

Thailand Ready to Enhance ASEAN Connectivity and Centrality (02/03/2010) Thailand has emphasized the importance of connectivity development in Asia, which will benefit peoples in the region. It also joined the ASEAN Economic Ministers in exerting more effort toward enhancing ASEAN centrality in the light of the evolving regional economic architecture in the East Asia/Asia-Pacific region. More >

Thailand and Vietnam to Hold a Joint Cabinet Meeting (02/03/2010) Thailand and Vietnam have agreed to hold a joint Cabinet meeting at an appropriate time. The issue was discussed when Vietnamese Minister of Public Security General Le Hong Anh paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva on March 2, on the occasion of his visit to Thailand from March 1 to 4. More >

Thailand Seeks Support for Its Candidacy to the United Nations Human Rights Council (25/02/2010) Thailand has decided to present its candidacy to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for the term 2010-2013. It intends to contribute to HRC as a first-time member and hopes to receive the support of various governments at the HRC election, to be held at the United Nations General Assembly in New York in May this year. More >

Thailand’s Commitments and Pledges in the Human Rights Council Election (23/02/2010) Thailand is seeking the chance to be a first-time member in the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for the term 2010-2013. Apart from Thailand, Malaysia, Iran, Qatar, and Maldives have also announced their intention to join the 2010 HRC election, which is scheduled for May this year. More >

Thailand’s Permanent Representative to ASEAN Sees Good Prospects for ASEAN Cooperation (06/01/2010) Thailand’s Permanent Representative to ASEAN, Mr. Manasvi Srisodapol, sees good prospects for ASEAN cooperation in 2010, when six members of ASEAN can import and export almost all goods across their borders with no tariff. Mr. Manasvi presented his letter of credentials to the Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Surin Pitsuwan, at a ceremony held at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta on 4 January 2010. More >

Thailand’s Accomplishments within ASEAN during the Past Year and a Half (05/01/2010) Thailand handed over the ASEAN chairmanship to Vietnam on 31 December 2009 after it had completed its term as the chair of ASEAN over the past year and a half. Foreign Minister Kasit Piromya has summarized Thailand’s accomplishments within ASEAN under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva. More >

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