Bangkok: The Chinese ambassador has donated over 30 million baht to flood relief efforts in the South, reinforcing the close friendship between Thailand and China and expressing confidence in the swift recovery under Prime Minister Anutin’s leadership. The Prime Minister thanked the Chinese government and affirmed that the aid funds will be used to support the people and the southern economy in a prompt, transparent, and fair manner.
According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul received a donation from Chinese Ambassador to Thailand Zhang Jianwei, who led a delegation to present a donation to assist flood victims in southern Thailand.
The Chinese Ambassador stated that recently, floods in southern Thailand, particularly Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province, have caused significant damage to personnel and property. China has been closely monitoring the situation and expresses concern for the people of southern Thailand. He believes that under the strong leadership of the Thai government, the affected areas will be able to recover and the country will soon be able to rebuild its former beauty. Thailand is a good friend, and the two countries have shared in the hardships and hardships, helping each other in difficult times. Together, we have overcome numerous challenges and natural disasters. Following the floods, Chinese associations and organizations in Thailand and China have expressed their desire to assist the affected areas, with many extending their support. Since the floods, Chinese organizations have donated over 30 million baht in cash and various items. Today (December 3rd), the Chinese Embassy and various associations in Thailand h
ave officially raised over 30 million baht through the Prime Minister to donate to the disaster-affected southern regions. This will aid in disaster recovery and demonstrate the fraternal relationship between China and Thailand. We offer our support to our brothers and sisters in the South. We are confident that under the grace of His Majesty the King, we will continue to provide assistance. And with the Prime Minister’s strength, the people of southern Thailand will be able to overcome obstacles soon.
The Chinese Ambassador also noted that His Majesty the King recently paid an official visit to the People’s Republic of China, fostering a close friendship between China and Thailand, and instilling greater enthusiasm for further deepening the friendship, cooperation, and mutual benefit between the two countries. Today, both China and Thailand are facing new opportunities and development, and China stands ready to work closely with Thailand. The two leaders will progressively promote mutual understanding and promote cooperation in agricultural trade, such as rice trading.
In addition, both China and Thailand are promoting new forms of cooperation, promoting more vibrant people-to-people exchanges, and fostering closer ties on both regional and international issues, bringing benefits to the peoples of both countries and ensuring global peace and stability.
While Mr. Samai Kwakphet, Chairman of the Thian Fah Foundation Hospital Board, and his team met with the Prime Minister to present a donation of 5 million baht to the “Disaster Relief Fund, Office of the Prime Minister,” to assist flood victims in the South.
The Prime Minister then expressed his gratitude to the Chinese government and various Chinese organizations in Thailand for their support and encouragement to the disaster victims. This gesture reflects the friendship between the two countries, which has always been like family, even in difficult times, as the saying goes, “China and Thailand are not distant relatives, but brothers and sisters.” He reaffirmed that this assistance, which comes from the generosity of everyone who cares for the Thai people in the South, will contribute to the rapid, transparent, and fair restoration of the local economy. He expressed his gratitude to all foundations and organizations that donated supplies and funds to the Prime Minister’s Office Disaster Relief Fund.