Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former Thai leader Thaksin Shinawatra, on becoming Thailand's new prime minister and expresses his eagerness to work with her to further strengthen the ties between the two countries. This comes after her Royal endorsement and election by Parliament following a court decision to remove her predecessor. Under the leadership of another Shinawatra, India and Thailand can expect to build upon their strong foundations of cultural, civilisational and people-to-people ties.
India-Thailand Relations Flourish Under New Prime Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his congratulations to Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former Thai leader Thaksin Shinawatra, following her election as Thailand's new Prime Minister. This marks a significant milestone in India-Thailand relations and opens up new avenues for further cooperation between the two nations.
Background:
Thailand and India have enjoyed a long and historic relationship dating back centuries. Both countries are active members of the Asian Cooperation Dialogue (ACD), Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), and South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). India is Thailand's fourth-largest trading partner, and Thailand is India's fifth-largest trading partner in ASEAN.
New Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra:
Paetongtarn Shinawatra is the youngest prime minister in Thai history at the age of 47. She is the daughter of Thaksin Shinawatra, a former Thai Prime Minister who was deposed in a coup in 2006. She is a member of the Pheu Thai Party, which has won the majority of seats in Parliament in the 2023 general election.
PM Modi's Congratulations:
In a statement, PM Modi said, "I congratulate Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her election as Prime Minister of Thailand. India and Thailand share a strong cultural and historical bond, and I look forward to working with Prime Minister Shinawatra to further strengthen our close ties."
Areas of Cooperation:
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shinawatra, India and Thailand are expected to enhance cooperation in the following areas:
Top 5 FAQs:
1. Who is Paetongtarn Shinawatra? She is the daughter of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the newly elected Prime Minister of Thailand.
2. What is her political affiliation? She is a member of the Pheu Thai Party, which won the majority of seats in the recent parliamentary election.
3. What are her goals as Prime Minister? Her goals include strengthening the economy, improving infrastructure, and promoting social welfare.
4. How does her election impact India-Thailand relations? It is expected to further strengthen bilateral ties and open new avenues for cooperation.
5. What is the significance of the Shinawatra family in Thai politics? The Shinawatra family has been influential in Thai politics for decades, with Thaksin Shinawatra serving as Prime Minister from 2001 to 2006.
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