China and Thailand have reaffirmed their strategic partnership following Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s official visit to China, where he met President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang and Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress.

The joint statement outlines plans to expand cooperation across trade, artificial intelligence, infrastructure, defence and regional security while advancing a China–Thailand Community with a Shared Future.

Key developments

  • China and Thailand agreed to establish a 2+2 dialogue between their foreign and defence ministers.
  • Both countries pledged closer cooperation on AI, digital trade, supply chains and scientific research.
  • They committed to accelerating the China–Thailand high-speed railway and strengthening efforts against transnational crime.
  • Cooperation documents were signed covering trade, agriculture, customs, aerospace, AI education and intellectual property.

ℹ️ Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China

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