Thai Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs Eksiri Pintaruchi held a pivotal meeting with Deng Xijun, China's special envoy for Asian affairs, on Sunday to discuss deepening bilateral cooperation and addressing regional security challenges. The talks come amid heightened focus on stability in Southeast Asia as 2025 draws to a close.
Key discussions centered on managing tensions along the Thailand-Cambodia border, with both sides emphasizing peaceful conflict resolution. A Thai Foreign Ministry statement released Monday noted the dialogue also explored collaborative approaches to cross-border trade facilitation and infrastructure development in the Mekong subregion.
"This exchange reflects our shared commitment to maintaining Asia's economic momentum while ensuring regional security," the statement read. Analysts suggest the meeting signals growing alignment between Bangkok and Beijing on addressing complex transnational issues through multilateral frameworks.
