Naypyidaw:Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has arrived in Myanmar for discussions on critical issues affecting both nations, including border security and environmental concerns.

According to Thai News Agency, Sihasak touched down at Naypyidaw International Airport at 1015 am, accompanied by a delegation featuring prominent Thai officials such as Deputy Chief of Defense Forces Gen. Chidchanok Nuchchaya and National Security Council Secretary-General Gen. Chaiyapruek Duangprapat.

The purpose of Sihasak's visit includes meetings with Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing, Defense Minister Gen. Tun Aung, and Foreign Minister Tin Maung Swe. The talks are set to address four major areas updates on Myanmar's internal situation, the cross-border impact of Myanmar's military operations on Thailand, trade obstacles affecting Thai exports, and pollution exceeding safety standards in the Kok and Sai rivers.

The Thai delegation intends to stress the importance of these issues, urging Myanmar to address internal tensions and respond to concerns from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).