China backs new PM to champion development

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A spokeswoman for the foreign ministry applauds Paetongtarn on her victory.

PUBLISHED: 17 Aug 2024 at 20: 32

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leader of the Pheu Thai Party, and party MPs and executives arrive at the Voice TV building in Bangkok on Friday following her election as prime minister in the House of Representatives. (Photo: Nutthawat Wichieanbut)
Following her election as prime minister in the House of Representatives, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the Pheu Thai Party leader, and group MPs and professionals arrive at the Bangkok Voice TV building on Friday. ( Photo: Nutthawat Wichieanbut )

According to the Twitter website of the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok, China congratulated Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her election as Thailand’s 31st prime minister.

A reporter asked a spokeswoman for the Chinese Foreign Ministry about Ms. Paetongtarn’s vote as the new president during a Q&amp, A program.

The writer inquired of the government regarding the development and whether the Chinese government’s anticipations for relationships with Thailand will change.

According to the director, China praised Ms. Paetongtarn for winning the election as prime minister and was convinced that Thailand would advance even further in the development direction.

The director predicted that the 50th anniversary of Thai-Chinese diplomatic relations in 2015 would open up new historic options for expanding diplomatic relations.

The spokesperson stated that China is willing to work with Thailand to strengthen standard ties, advance functional cooperation, and create a more prosperous China-Thailand community with a shared future.