Discussions during the bilateral meeting yesterday between His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and Prime Minister of Thailand Srettha Thavisin touched on bilateral cooperation in various sectors including energy, food security, agriculture, fisheries, education, tourism, health and people-to-people exchanges, as well as the exploration of opportunities for future investment in areas of mutual interest to both countries.
During the bilateral meeting at Baitul Mesyuarah, His Majesty delivered a titah extending a warm welcome to Thavisin as well as delegation on his first official visit to Brunei Darussalam and congratulated him on his recent appointment as the prime minister.
His Majesty said the Prime Minister of Thailand’s visit reflects the continued close and longstanding relations between the Sultanate and Thailand and expressed happiness that the two countries will celebrate the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations next year.
His Majesty looked forward to working closely with the Prime Minister of Thailand in further enhancing the goodwill and friendship between the two countries and their people.
Finally, with respect to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, His Majesty extended condolences and sympathies to the bereaved families and communities who have lost their loved ones, and expressed hope that the international community can facilitate a ceasefire and avoid more loss of innocent lives.
Prior to the bilateral meeting, His Majesty received in audience the Prime Minister of Thailand at Cheradi Laila Kenchana, Istana Nurul Iman.
Also present at the audience ceremony were members of the royal family.
Prior to the audience ceremony, His Majesty welcomed the Prime Minister of Thailand and introduced him to members of the royal family.
Also in attendance was Minister of Health Dato Seri Setia Dr Haji Mohd Isham bin Haji Jaafar as Minister-in-Attendance.
Brunei Darussalam and Thailand have been enjoying close and friendly relations since the establishment of the diplomatic relations on January 1, 1984.
The two countries cooperate extensively in various mutually-beneficial areas of cooperation including trade, agriculture, education, health, defence, labour and people-to-people exchanges.
