Tokayev invited the Prime Minister of Thailand to visit Kazakhstan

Tengrinews.kz — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has received Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, reports the presidential press service.

Welcoming the guest, the President noted that the visit is of particular importance in providing a significant impetus to the development of relations between the two countries.

"Your country is one of the leading economies in Southeast Asia, an important representative of the Global South, and a respected member of the international community. Kazakhstan is interested in deepening mutual cooperation. Next year, we will celebrate the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our nations," said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

The Head of State emphasized that bilateral trade and economic ties are developing dynamically. This has been significantly bolstered by a mutual visa-free regime, record levels of tourism exchange, and the expansion of business contacts.

"Kazakhstan remains Thailand's largest trading partner in Central Asia, accounting for over 70 percent of the total trade volume with the region. Nevertheless, we believe there is vast untapped potential. Currently, 55 Thai companies are registered in the Kazakh market. I understand you are accompanied by a representative business delegation. Kazakhstan welcomes the strengthening of business ties and invites Thai companies to explore investment opportunities in our country," the President noted.

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Sihasak Phuangketkeow thanked Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for the hospitality, stating that the Thai government is committed to further strengthening multifaceted cooperation with Kazakhstan.

"We sincerely admire your country's economic achievements. Today, as a middle power, Kazakhstan plays an increasingly significant role on the global stage and is a key partner for Thailand in Central Asia. Our country is ready to serve as a bridge for developing cooperation with ASEAN nations. In this context, we propose building effective and mutually beneficial collaboration. Thailand is interested in implementing joint projects in promising areas such as tourism—including medical tourism—hotel construction, the development of critical mineral supply chains, and food security," the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

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Furthermore, he announced that Thailand has supported several of Kazakhstan's international initiatives, including the opening of the UN ESCAP Asia-Pacific Digital Solutions Centre for Sustainable Development in Almaty and the creation of the International Organization for Water within the UN structure.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed gratitude for the productive cooperation within international frameworks, noting Thailand's significant contribution to the CICA process. In conclusion, the Head of State extended an invitation to Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to pay an official visit to Kazakhstan.