Thailand and Australia consider visa exemption for each other, pledge to do so together to boost tourism

Thailand and Australia have agreed to consider the possibility of adopting a common visa exemption mechanism to facilitate travel and business activities of citizens of the two countries.

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and Australian Governor-General David Hurley in Bangkok. (Source: Bangkokpost)

The proposal was made during a meeting between Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and Australian Governor-General David Hurley in Bangkok, Thailand on February 14.

At the meeting, Mr. Srettha affirmed that the Thai government is committed to implementing measures to promote tourism , including enhancing safety and facilitating travel for tourists.

In addition, the Thai Prime Minister also proposed strengthening cooperation to consolidate the Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement (Tafta), helping to increase the volume and value of two-way trade.

Mr Srettha also called on Australian investors to explore opportunities in green energy and smart technology in Thailand.

For his part, Australian Governor-General David Hurley stressed that the upcoming ASEAN-Australia Special Summit early next month will provide Thailand with opportunities to promote investment, including the viaduct project connecting the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, initiated by the Thai government.

Both sides also expressed satisfaction with military cooperation, including joint exercises and personnel training. Mr. Srettha noted that closer cooperation would enhance the two countries’ readiness to address security challenges.

Australian Governor-General David Hurley and his wife are on a four-day visit (February 14-17) to Thailand to promote bilateral relations between the two countries.

During the visit, Mr. Hurley and his wife are expected to meet the King and Queen of Thailand. In addition, Mr. Hurley will also visit Chiang Rai province, where an Australian-funded environmental protection project is taking place.

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