Thailand-Cambodia ready to enhance cooperation in every dimension

Government House, Prime Ministers of Thailand and Cambodia jointly made a statement to elevate relations to being "Strategic partnership" ready to promote cooperation in all dimensions. The Prime Minister of Cambodia thanked the Thai government for giving importance to Cambodian workers. along with asking for convenience in returning home during the Songkran festival, the Cambodian New Year. Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and His Majesty Hun Manat, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia They jointly held a press conference after a full meeting and the signing ceremony of five MOUs. The Prime Minister said he was glad that today Thailand-Cambodia relations are at a very good level. Official visit to Thailand of His Majesty Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and his wife. With the Cabinet It shows the importance and closeness that both sides have to each other. 'Relationship aspect will elevate the relationship to being 'Strategic partnership' which will pro vide opportunities to work more closely and promote the potential that both countries share. and Thailand will open a new consulate general in Siem Reap. Meanwhile, Cambodia will open a new consulate general in Songkhla this year. while stability Especially around the Thai-Cambodian border. Thailand will not allow anyone to use Thailand as a space for interference in internal affairs. or carry out activities that are harmful to neighboring countries They also agreed to strengthen cooperation in fighting transnational crimes. Especially cyber fraud networks,' the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister said that on the economic front, Thailand will host the 7th meeting of the Commerce Minister-level Joint Trade Committee in early March. In addition, there is a Quick Win policy in implementing the signed MOU on border crossing of goods immediately. to increase trade volume especially border trade We also welcome the signing of the MOU between EXIM Bank and the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce. This will help prom ote trade and investment from both Thailand and Cambodia. Border area development section agreed to strengthen cooperation on energy security agreed to further discuss to jointly exploit hydrocarbon resources in the overlapping areas between the two countries. Commitment to humanitarian demining in pilot areas for the goal of making the border area safe as well as upgrading the opening of Thai-Cambodian border crossing points that are still pending. We are also pleased to sign the MOU on cooperation in disaster risk reduction and emergency response. This will establish a framework for cooperation to respond to emergencies in the border area. The Prime Minister said that in terms of tourism Agreeing to combine tourism strengths in the region through the 'Six Countries, One Destination' project to promote tourism in the region. Ready to improve agreements on border crossings and will return to negotiate a bilateral agreement on cross-border transport by road. To be able to cross the border by private car For t he cross-border smog problem It was agreed to establish a joint working group. To prepare a cooperation plan for setting up a hotline Exchange of information and warning of burn points emergency response cooperation Build capacity and share practices for managing burning in agriculture. Including Thailand has invited Cambodia to join the CLEAR Sky Strategy action plan to promote cooperation in solving this problem at the regional level. 'Labor section Confirming that Thailand gives importance to taking care of workers in every country. including Cambodians in Thailand To receive fair treatment and appropriate economic risk management. While the situation in Myanmar The two countries agreed that they want to see a peaceful, stable and united Myanmar. The government will play a proactive role in providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Myanmar. and promote peaceful resolution By carrying out cooperation together with ASEAN,' the Prime Minister said. Prime Minister of Cambodia Thank you for the warm welcome. Thailand and Cambodia are friendly countries that have continued relations and cooperation covering all dimensions. Along with thanking the Prime Minister and the Thai government for giving importance to Cambodian workers. along with requesting Thailand to facilitate Cambodian workers who wish to return to visit their homes during the Songkran festival. which also coincides with the Cambodian New Year. The Prime Minister said he was ready to consider it. and emphasizes caring for the welfare of workers in Thailand We are also pleased to encourage Cambodian workers to access Thai social benefits and welfare. On this occasion, the Prime Minister of Cambodia Wishing Thailand success in hosting the 33rd SEA Games in 2025 and wishing friendly Thai people May you have happiness and prosperity in the years to come. Reporters reported that Thai and Cambodian leaders emphasize the importance of promoting people-to-people relations. They will jointly organize activities to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2025, which will focus on activities that promote understanding between people. and confirmed to meet and discuss with each other continuously To strengthen cooperation further. Source: Thai News Agency