Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced that the United States will begin ministerial-level talks with Thailand on April 23. Deputy Prime Minister Pichai Chunhavajira, who is also the Minister of Finance, will lead the Thai delegation.
Key Points
- US-Thai Talks Confirmed: PM Paetongtarn announced US-Thai ministerial negotiations starting April 23, led by Deputy PM Pichai Chunhavajira. Thailand aims for mutually beneficial outcomes with prepared proposals.
- Diverse Proposals: Thailand’s proposals extend beyond agriculture, including investment expansion by Thai firms in the US. PM Paetongtarn expressed confidence in understanding Trump’s business mindset to aid negotiations.
- Win-Win Goal: The PM emphasized robust discussions to achieve a win-win outcome, leveraging her business background to foster productive talks.
“We have developed comprehensive proposals that include a wide range of products, extending beyond agricultural goods. Additionally, we seek to motivate competent Thai companies to increase their investments in the US. Given my business background, I am confident in my ability to understand President Trump’s perspective, which will aid in our negotiations,” stated Prime Minister Paetongtarn.
The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the proposals Thailand has prepared will lead to fruitful discussions with the US, achieving mutually beneficial outcomes in a win-win manner. She emphasized the importance of strengthening economic ties and enhancing cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, and technology. The Prime Minister also highlighted the potential for collaboration in addressing global challenges, including climate change and public health. Both nations are expected to explore new opportunities to deepen their partnership, fostering a robust and dynamic relationship that supports sustainable growth and development.
