Vietnam, Thailand pledge to solidify co-operation ties
VOV.VN - The country has joined with Thailand to reaffirm both sides’ determination to deepen bilateral co-operation whilst working more closely within ASEAN, according to Anucha Burapachaisri, a spokesman of the Thai Government.
The local media quoted Burapachaisri as saying that these commitments were made by Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc during phone talks which were held on November 6.
During the course of the conversation, both sides agreed to consider holding the fourth version of the Thailand-Vietnam Joint Cabinet meeting next year once the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is successfully brought under control. This occasion would be held for the purpose of celebrating the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Furthermore, management of the Mekong river within the framework of Mekong-Lancang co-operation, along with stronger co-operation among ASEAN member states to slow the spread of COVID-19, were also mentioned.
The phone call took place ahead of the 37th ASEAN Summit and related meetings, which is set to be hosted by the country next week, with Thailand to participate in meetings from November 12 to November 15 via an online format.
According to Anucha, during the 37th ASEAN Summit, both nations are expected to compare notes on a range of issues, such as proposals to establish an ASEAN Center for public health emergencies and newly-emerging diseases, as well as the establishment of a stockpile of medical supplies for the region.
