Prime Minister Highlights Successful Japan Visit for ASEAN Cooperation
The Prime Minister announced visa exemptions for Japanese business travelers, a gesture to fortify economic connections following Japan's proposal at the San Francisco APEC Summit.
A key agenda item was Thailand's bid to join the OECD, with discussions on the matter occurring between Srettha and Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The talks emphasized Thailand's efforts to boost regional connectivity for economic expansion.
At the summit, Srettha highlighted the possibility of joint prosperity between ASEAN countries and Japan and called for more Japanese investment in ASEAN, particularly for infrastructure projects.
He drew attention to the ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Connectivity Initiative, aimed at enhancing regional links, advocating for resilient supply chains and transportation efficiency. Srettha pointed to Thailand's Land Bridge Project as an exemplary opportunity for investment and regional progress.