PUBLISHED : 31 Aug 2023 at 04:00
President Xi Jinping has invited newly elected Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to visit China, according to the Chinese ambassador to Thailand.
Han Zhiqiang and Minister Wu Zhiwu on Tuesday paid Mr Srettha a courtesy call to congratulate him on the occasion of becoming the 30th prime minister of Thailand.
The ambassador said Thailand is a key strategic partner and that China would support the policies of the Pheu Thai-led government to strengthen bilateral ties.
He also urged Mr Srettha to discuss economic development plans with Mr Xi in China at the latter’s invitation.
Mr Srettha said Thailand sees closer bilateral ties with China as important in all areas, including the economy, society and culture.
Both sides also discussed guidelines for easing measures and rules for Chinese people applying for Thai visas to spur tourism and investment in both countries ahead of the peak season at the end of this year, Mr Srettha said.