German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier (Photo: Bangkok Post) Bangkok (VNA) - Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin met with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Bangkok on January 25, on the occasion of the guest’s visit from January 24-26.
The Thai Government’s spokesperson Chai Wacharonke said the two leaders had discussed topics related to investment, energy, security, climate change, economy, and tourism, especially Thailand's sustainable development.
He said President Steinmeier had vowed to help Thailand implement carbon reduction projects for the net-zero emission goal soon, and proposed German companies step up investments in electric vehicle production in Thailand.
Srettha, for his part, wished that Germany would support the exemption of Schengen visa for Thai citizens, adding that Thailand is also a popular destination among German visitors.
Both leaders later witnessed the signing of bilateral cooperation agreements in railway and science.
The spokesperson said the country is aiming to upgrade its relationship with Germany to a strategic partnership./.
