Government House, The Prime Minister welcomes the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia. Official visit to Thailand Emphasizing the close friendship between Thailand and Australia at every level. Ready to join in pushing for cooperation in areas with potential such as trade, investment, people-to-people exchanges, and defence.
Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Welcoming His Excellency General the Honorable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia. On the occasion of his official visit to Thailand as a guest of the government. By the Prime Minister and Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia Participated in inspecting the ranks of the Honor Guard at the lawn in front of the Thai Khu Fa Building. Government House. After that, the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia signed the guest book and viewed souvenirs given by both sides in the ivory room outside. Then, at 11:00 a.m., both sides discussed official matters
in the ivory room. ivory inside After the discussion was completed, Mr. Chai Watcharong, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office Revealing the main points of the discussion as follows:
The Prime Minister said it was an honor to welcome the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia on his official visit to Thailand. which is considered a visit at the level of the Governor General First time in 7 years, reflecting the strong friendship between Thailand and Australia. The two countries exchanged close visits at all levels. The Prime Minister is scheduled to attend the ASEAN – Australia Special Summit in Melbourne in early March. You will also get to meet the Australian private sector. to discuss business opportunities between the two countries
while Gen. David Hurley thanked the warm welcome from the government and Thai people. Nice to travel to Thailand again. Admire the long-standing close relationship between Thailand and Australia at every level. Especially on the special occasion of His Majesty
the King’s 6th birthday (72nd birthday), which also coincides with the 72nd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Australia. We believe that the close, long-lasting and very strong Thai-Australia relationship is an important foundation of our strategic partnership.
On this occasion, both sides discussed issues of overall relations and cooperation as follows: Economic: The Prime Minister welcomed Australia’s report on Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 (Invested: Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040). which focuses on increasing economic potential between Australia and Southeast Asia, including Thailand, with both sides believing that This strategy will be another important tool. Supporting economic participation between each other. In addition, the Prime Minister saw that Thailand and Australia should increase cooperation on food security. This is a field in which both sides have potential. together with the current geopolitical contex
t The Prime Minister wishes for an exchange of knowledge, practices and technology from Australia. especially agricultural technology This will help farmers have knowledge. and have a better quality of life The Governor-General saw that Australia was ready. And there are many universities that have potential in this area. Therefore, we are happy to support the exchange of knowledge between each other.
Trade and investment The Prime Minister saw that Thailand and Australia should work together to increase the potential of the Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement (TAFTA), which will support an increase in the value and volume of trade between them in the near future. and in investment The Prime Minister invited Australian investors to consider increasing their investments in Thailand. Especially in the field of intelligent technology. and green energy The government has created an environment conducive to growth. and support innovation including comprehensive infrastructure development Especially in the Lan
dbridge project, which the Governor saw that the participation in the special ASEAN-Australia Summit of the Prime Minister along with the Thai private sector It will be a good opportunity to support investment between the private sectors of the two countries.
Cooperation Dealing with climate change It is a field that both sides attach importance to and agree to increase cooperation between each other. especially exchanging good practices between each other and energy transition strategies As well as cooperation to promote the use of clean energy and electric vehicles, it is considered a demonstration of social responsibility. and to support achieving the goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions.
Defense cooperation It is an important pillar in our strategic partnership. Both sides welcomed Thailand and Australia’s close military participation. both joint training personnel exchange and training The Prime Minister wants to increase cooperation with Australia. Especially cooperation in exchanging military te
chnology with Australia. which both sides believe that Such cooperation will be an important foundation for strengthening mutual trust. as well as supporting the military readiness of both countries to respond and deal with future challenges.
Relationships at the public level In the area of ??education The Prime Minister saw that Thailand and Australia still have the potential to further enhance people-to-people ties. especially educational exchanges Australia is considered one of the top destinations that Thai students choose to study. Meanwhile, Thailand has schools and universities that have potential. Both sides are ready to jointly promote greater cooperation in education between each other.
tourism Both sides were pleased with the number of tourists between them. The Prime Minister emphasized that The government places importance on implementing measures to support tourism. Especially safety measures and facilitation for tourists The Prime Minister hopes that Thailand and Australia will jointly consid
er the possibility of negotiating visa exemptions between them. This will facilitate the exchange of travel and business between the two countries. Ready to invite Australian tourists to travel for health tourism to Thailand. This is another field in which Thailand has expertise.
After finishing the discussion Prime Minister and wife The Governor of the Commonwealth of Australia and his wife were invited to the central hall of Santimaitri Building to watch a Thai boxing performance. and hosted a luncheon in honor of the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia and his wife at the Santi Maitri Building outside.
Source: Thai News Agency