External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said India’s defense and security ties with Thailand have increased since 2014. He noted that the Thai government has also shown similar sentiments.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said India’s defense and security ties with Thailand have increased since 2014. He noted that the Thai government has also shown similar sentiments.
Addressing the Indian diaspora in Thailand, Jaishankar pointed out that India had an Eastern policy while Thailand had a Western approach policy. He highlighted the changes that took place in India-Thailand relations after Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power in 2014.
Addressing the Indian diaspora in Thailand, Jaishankar pointed out that India had an Eastern policy while Thailand had a Western approach policy. He highlighted the changes that took place in India-Thailand relations after Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power in 2014.
During an interaction with the Indian community, Jaishankar said, “We are involved with ASEAN countries. So, for us, it is not just a relationship. It is not even a relationship that started, as I said, in 1947, in the modern form. It is definitely a relationship. Which goes back to history, but it’s a relationship that has been associated with reform and change in India. So, this period we’re talking about, especially the last 25 years, is a period when this relationship has grown a lot.”
During an interaction with the Indian community, Jaishankar said, “We are involved with ASEAN countries. So, for us, it is not just a relationship. It is not even a relationship that started, as I said, in 1947, in the modern form. It is definitely a relationship. Which goes back to history, but it’s a relationship that has been associated with reform and change in India. So, this period we’re talking about, especially the last 25 years, is a period when this relationship has grown a lot.”
“At the same time, where Thailand is concerned, just as we had an East-look policy, they had a West-look policy. And for us, it started in ’92. For them, it started in ’97. And in due course, when Modi became the Prime Minister of India. , then he felt that nothing would happen by looking and they should do something. So, looking became active. And it was not just a term. You know, if you look after 2014, our connectivity has increased. , our defense. And the security relationship has increased, our economic engagement has increased, our community has increased and we have seen the same sentiment from the Thai government,” he added.
“At the same time, where Thailand is concerned, just as we had an East-look policy, they had a West-look policy. And for us, it started in ’92. For them, it started in ’97. And in due course, when Modi became the Prime Minister of India. , then he felt that nothing would happen by looking and they should do something. So, looking became active. And it was not just a term. You know, if you look after 2014, our connectivity has increased. , our defense. And the security relationship has increased, our economic engagement has increased, our community has increased and we have seen the same sentiment from the Thai government,” he added.
He said that the trade between India and Thailand is close to USD 18 billion annually and it was the highest during the last year. Jaishankar was addressing the Indian diaspora during his visit to Thailand.
He said that the trade between India and Thailand is close to USD 18 billion annually and it was the highest during the last year. Jaishankar was addressing the Indian diaspora during his visit to Thailand.
“Today our trade is close to $18 billion annually and last year it was the highest trade ever… I believe if you look at the major economies of the world in terms of India’s growth, today there is no major economy growing above every 5. cent… ,” Jaishankar said.
“Today our trade is close to $18 billion annually and last year it was the highest trade ever… I believe if you look at the major economies of the world in terms of India’s growth, today there is no major economy growing above every 5. cent… ,” Jaishankar said.
Talking about the vision and leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jaishankar said that it is a great fortune for the nation to have him as the Prime Minister at this time.
Talking about the vision and leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jaishankar said that it is a great fortune for the nation to have him as the Prime Minister at this time.
“I think it is a great fortune for the country to have a day like him at this time. I am not saying this because he is the Prime Minister and I am a cabinet member…He is very visionary and grounded; truly, such a person comes once in a lifetime,” Jaishankar said.
“I think it is a great fortune for the country to have a day like him at this time. I am not saying this because he is the Prime Minister and I am a cabinet member…He is very visionary and grounded; truly, such a person comes once in a lifetime,” Jaishankar said.
Sharing details of his interaction with the Indian community on Twitter, Jaishankar wrote, “Arrived in Bangkok this evening. First engagement was interaction with our community. Highlighted: This is a historical and cultural relationship of great significance. How India is developing is of great interest to the world. . and shared India’s transformation with our community. That Indian community is an important partner in the relationship. The community reflects the growth of the relationship. India’s Look East and Thailand’s Look West policies complement each other and reinforce it with PM Modi’s Act East policy. “
Sharing details of his interaction with the Indian community on Twitter, Jaishankar wrote, “Arrived in Bangkok this evening. First engagement was interaction with our community. Highlighted: This is a historical and cultural relationship of great significance. How India is developing is of great interest to the world. . and share India’s transformation with our community. Indian community is an important partner in the relationship. The community reflects the growth of the relationship. India’s Look East and Thailand’s Look West policy complement each other and reinforce it with Prime Minister Modi’s Act East policy.”
He further said, “BIMSTEC and MGC represent our continued efforts to deepen relations. Increase trade and economic connectivity. Review of ASEAN-India FTA will facilitate these exchanges. Enhanced exchanges in security and defense. Connectivity can be a Game changers, especially road projects through Myanmar. Partners in times of challenge- help given by the Indian community during Covid and recalls India providing vaccines to Thailand. Cultural connectivity and increased interest in learning Indian languages and arts. Amrit Kal and his India and Indian community. Significance for. India is moving fast and building new physical and digital infrastructure to meet its needs. Our community is India’s face in Thailand.”
He further said, “BIMSTEC and MGC represent our continued efforts to deepen relations. Increase trade and economic connectivity. Review of ASEAN-India FTA will further facilitate these exchanges. Enhanced exchanges in security and defense. Connectivity can be a Game changers, especially road projects through Myanmar. Partners in times of challenge- help given by the Indian community during Covid and recalls India providing vaccines to Thailand. Cultural connectivity and increased interest in learning Indian languages and arts. Amrit Kal and his India and Indian community. Significance for. India is moving fast and building new physical and digital infrastructure to meet its needs. Our community is India’s face in Thailand.”
Jaishankar is on a visit to Thailand on July 16, 2023 to attend the 12th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of the Mekong-Gangetic Cooperation (MGC) process. The MGC is one of the oldest systems in the Lower Mekong region and is governed by the laws of India.
Jaishankar is on a visit to Thailand on July 16, 2023 to attend the 12th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of the Mekong-Gangetic Cooperation (MGC) process. The MGC is one of the oldest systems in the Lower Mekong region and is governed by the laws of India.
In Bangkok, EAM will attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Foreign Ministers’ Retreat on July 17. BIMSTEC is an economic and technological initiative that brings together the countries of the Bay of Bengal for multilateral cooperation. The retreat will discuss ways to deepen the BIMSTEC agenda and strengthen the organization.
In Bangkok, EAM will attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Foreign Ministers’ Retreat on July 17. BIMSTEC is an economic and technological initiative that brings together the countries of the Bay of Bengal for multilateral cooperation. The retreat will discuss ways to deepen the BIMSTEC agenda and strengthen the organization.
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