PUBLISHED : 27 Aug 2023 at 04:00
NEWSPAPER SECTION: News
BEIJING: Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Friday sent a congratulatory message to Srettha Thavisin on his assuming office as Thailand’s prime minister.
In his message, Mr Li said China and Thailand enjoy a millennia-old friendship and the two peoples share a bond of brotherhood, adding that bilateral relations continue to flourish.
Mr Li said China attaches great importance to developing relations with Thailand, and stands ready to work with the country to implement the important outcomes of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to Thailand in 2022.
Their cooperation will help to carry the countries forward, he said, adding that “China and Thailand are as close as one family” and are set to continually deepen their comprehensive strategic cooperation.