Thai Foreign Minister Concludes European Tour with Push for EU-FTA Agreement This Year
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Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sighasak Puangketdao concluded an official visit to Portugal, Spain, and Italy, signing a visa exemption agreement with Portugal for diplomatic and service passports. He emphasized Thailand's strategic partnership role in ASEAN and urged European nations to support the ongoing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between Thailand and the EU, stating that a political push could lead to an agreement within this year. Discussions also covered economic transition toward green and digital economies, noting Portugal's capabilities in clean energy relevant to Thailand's new industries like data centers, and highlighted the potential for expanded private sector cooperation.
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