Thailand, China set for ‘Golden Jubilee’

Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa, right, shakes hands with China's ambassador to Thailand, Han Zhiqiang, at the unveiling of a logo marking the 50th anniversary of Thai-Chinese diplomatic relations at the Iconsiam shopping complex. Pattarapong Chatpattarasill
Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa, straight, shakes hands with China’s adviser to Thailand, Han Zhiqiang, at the opening of a brand marking the 50th anniversary of Thai-Chinese diplomatic ties at the Iconsiam shopping complex. Pattarapong Chatpattarasill

The brand for the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand has been unveiled.

Thailand and China signed the Joint Communiqué on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations in Beijing on July 1, 1975, according to Maris Sangiampongsa, the unusual secretary.

According to him, both nations will use the symbol to mark the 50th anniversary of their connections next year, adding that the logo was created in part by the Thai and Chinese Foreign Affairs Ministry.

It depicts a dragon, representing China and a Naga, a magical serpent-like thing, representing Thailand.

Red and blue are used in the Thai emblem, which are both red and blue.

The lion and magnus are facing each other and looking at the same golden ball, implying that they are aiming for the same objective:” A Thailand-China Community with a Shared Future for Enhanced Stability, Prosperity and Sustainability”.

Mr. Maris cited the 50 years of close relations between China and Thailand as evidenced by their ongoing relationship.

He added that this milestone celebration marking the first half of the century would be a great opportunity for both nations to come up and examine how to develop new relations in the coming years, particularly in light of how to address challenges ahead with goals that benefit both nations in the long run.

Additionally, he noted that there would be numerous events held annually to honor this situation and foster a positive relationship between the two countries.

He added that Sanam Luang will host the 50th anniversary celebration by bringing a Buddha’s bone relic to Beijing’s Lingguang church for public viewing from December 4 to February 14th, 2017.

Ambassador Han Zhiqiang and President Xi Jinping have spoken in conversation.

He claimed that President Xi had communicated that a particular connection existed between China and Thailand. Next year will be a gold time for both nations”, he added.

Han Zhiqiang, the Taiwanese adviser, said that next year would indicate a critical ancient stage for both nations, and it will be another new starting point for diplomatic relations.