The Prime Minister pays an official visit to Cambodia. Two leaders meet for the first time Confirm closeness Become a strategic partner Aiming to increase trade volume to reach the target of 15 billion US dollars by 2025, along with pushing for cross-border transportation.
Reporters reported that at 10:30 a.m. (Phnom Penh time is equal to Bangkok time) Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, along with his delegation, arrived at Phnom Penh International Airport. Kingdom of Cambodia Then the Prime Minister and his team Travel to the Office of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia. to attend the official welcoming ceremony Before having a bilateral discussion with His Highness Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, at 11:00 a.m. on the 2nd floor, Rumchek Room.
Mr. Chai Watcharong, spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that before the meeting, the two Prime Ministers congratulated each other on the occasion of taking office as Prime Minister at the same time. and has the goal of driving the country's development in the same direction emphasizing the close friendship between the two countries And it is the right time to open a new era of relationships. The two Prime Ministers announced the enhancement of their strategic partnership relationship. Meanwhile, the Thai Prime Minister would like to invite the Cambodian Prime Minister to visit Thailand as well.
“The two leaders discussed important issues including economic cooperation. economic cooperation The Prime Ministers of Thailand and Cambodia agreed to promote greater cooperation in both trade. Tourism, investment, border area development and new economic sectors Especially by jointly facilitating and increasing trade volumes. Achieve the goal of 15 billion US dollars by 2025, including pushing cross-border transportation by expediting the opening of the Friendship Bridge at Ban Nong Ian - Stung Bot. business networking Border crossing point upgrade and work together in the digital and green economy,” said a spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office.
Mr. Chai said that in terms of tourism The Prime Minister has proposed that Thailand and Cambodia promote tourism. and increase cooperation in medical and health tourism. He also asked Cambodia to allow temporary border passes. to promote tourism along the border. As for investment, the two leaders agreed to support more investment between each other. Including connecting the supply chain more closely. Including promoting more business matching, especially SMEs and new generation entrepreneurs.
“As for security The Prime Minister proposed that Cambodia hold the next meeting of the Joint Boundary Committee (JBC) to move forward with upgrading border crossing points. Increase the volume of border trade He also proposed that both countries expedite the clearing of landmines along the border area. For the safety of the people and pave the way for economic development in the border area The Prime Minister emphasized that working groups from both sides should jointly follow up on the results. and take the discussions between the two leaders today to produce concrete results. and bring it back to report,” said a spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office.
Mr. Chai said the Prime Minister encourages regular exchanges of visits between security agencies at all levels. including transnational crimes, especially at the border He stressed the work and close cooperation to jointly crack down on call center gangs. On this occasion, the Prime Minister emphasized the strong development partnership between them. This includes education. human resource development and sustainable development We are ready to work and cooperate closely with Cambodia. To help each other follow fake news (fake news) that may create misunderstandings among the public. To take timely preventive action when necessary.
The Prime Minister and the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia then attended the symbolic handover ceremony of the first center for victims of human trafficking and at-risk groups in Poipet. Banteay Meanchey Province at Mali Room, 2nd floor, before attending the luncheon The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia Held in honor of the Prime Minister at Romdoul Hall, Office of the Prime Minister, Kingdom of Cambodia.-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency