BANGKOK: Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will undertake an official visit to Malaysia from October 25 to 28.
He will attend the 47th ASEAN Summit and related summits during his visit.
This marks his first visit to Malaysia since taking office on September 7.
Government spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiat said the visit underscores Malaysia’s importance as a close neighbour.
“During the visit, both prime ministers will hold bilateral discussions to strengthen cooperation for mutual benefit,“ he stated.
The leaders will focus on promoting cross-border connectivity in transport and enhancing trade and investment.
They will also discuss boosting tourism and addressing transboundary challenges.
Siripong added that Anutin will emphasise four key priorities at the summit.
These include promoting peace and stability in the region and building a secure ASEAN Community.
He will also focus on driving inclusive economic growth and advancing sustainability transformation.
“This visit presents an important opportunity to strengthen relations and cooperation between Thailand and Malaysia,“ Siripong noted.
The Thai prime minister will hold discussions with leaders from the United States, China, Japan, and India.
He will also conduct bilateral meetings with several other world leaders on the summit sidelines.
The 47th ASEAN Summit carries the theme ‘Inclusivity and Sustainability’.
It will see participation from more than 20 prominent world leaders.
Attendees include leaders from all 10 ASEAN member states and key external dialogue partners.
The summit is expected to be the largest in its history since the first one in 1976. – Bernama
