“PM Anutin” meets “Indian Ambassador “to discuss energy crisis measures

Today (April 7, 2026) 9:30 a.m., At the Ivory Room of the Thai Khu Fah Building, Government House., H.E. Mr. Nagesh Singh, Ambassador of the Republic of India to Thailand gave a farewell courtesy call on Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul. Following the meeting, Ms. Rachada Thanadirek, Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office summarized the important topics of the discussion:

1) In terms of bilateral ties, Anutin extended his best wishes and gratitude to Prime Minister Modi for his congratulatory message on his appointment. He also praised the Indian Ambassador for his tireless efforts to promote Thailand-India relations and collaboration during his tenure. The Prime Minister emphasized that the Thai government is ready to assist the incoming Indian Ambassador in maintaining strong relations and expanding collaboration between the two countries.

Furthermore, the Indian Ambassador praised the Thai government for its support during his time and congratulated the Prime Minister on his election success and return to office, expressing confidence that, Under the Prime Minister's administration, important contributions will be made to the development of bilateral relations, and an official visit to India will be extended at an opportune time.

2) Thailand and India have significant potential to enhance their trade and investment relations. India is a vast and rapidly expanding global consumer market, whereas Thailand specializes on agricultural production and processing. Both parties can improve collaboration in this area. As such, both countries agreed to increase bilateral trade value and broaden trade collaboration to new industries.

3) In terms of tourism, both countries were pleased with the large number of tourists exchanged between Thailand and India. By 2025, Thailand is predicted to receive approximately 2.48 million Indian tourists, indicating strong people-to-people ties that are critical to both nations' economic success. The Indian Ambassador claimed that Thailand is a popular destination for Indian tourists with over 500 flights every week. There is a trend for more Indian tourists to visit Thailand. Therefore, both countries should consider changing bilateral flying agreements to suit this rising demand.

4)The   Middle East crisis both sides discussed energy management perspectives and approaches. The PM   highlighted that the situation is still manageable and the administration is doing everything it can to protect oil stocks. Several steps have been implemented, including encouraging the use of biofuels

Finally, the Indian Ambassador thanked the PM Anutin and the Thai government for assisting with the repatriation of Indian nationals, some of whom were repeat offenders. India has investigated and taken legal action Thai and Indian officials have worked together to prevent at risk individuals from re-offending.

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