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PM meets with Asian leaders at ACD SUmmit
According to Deputy Government Spokesperson Lieutenant General Weerachon Sukhonthapatipak, Gen Prayut was pleased to receive a visit from the Chinese Vice President. He believed regional cooperation would be successful with China’s future contributions in many areas, especially in food, water and energy security.
Mr. Li said China is ready to support Thailand in all areas for the ACD Summit to achieve its goals. Both the Thai Premier and the Chinese Vice President expressed their satisfaction over progress on a joint railway development between the two countries.
Gen Prayut also discussed possible bilateral ties with Cambodian Prime Minister Somdej Hun Sen. Both leaders agreed that the Joint Thai-Cambodian Committee on Border Area meeting should take place again soon, since the last meeting was held two years ago.
The two ASEAN leaders wanted the third Thai-Cambodian Joint Cabinet Retreat to be held in Cambodia earlier next year. Gen Prayut and his Cambodian counterpart discussed progress on a joint development of a hydroelectricity dam in Cambodia. The dam will benefit both Thai and Cambodian farmers once it is completed.
The Thai premier also had the opportunity to discuss the possibility of setting up bilateral trades and investments with Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay.
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A former vice premier of the People’s Republic of China and his entourage on Tuesday signed a book to express his condolences on the passing of HM the late King at the Grand Palace. Another important person who paid respects to HM the late King is President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Jin Liqun. The president laid a wreath before the body of HM the late King and signed the condolence book.
Meanwhile, people from many provinces continuously traveled to the Grand Palace to pay respects before the body of HM the late King. HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn sponsored ancient Thai desserts to be given to the mourners.
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Addressing the press Wednesday, Deputy Education Minister M.L. Panadda Disakul said Thailand’s top production companies and China International Broadcasting Network have struck a deal to produce a TV series that features the teachings of His Majesty King Rama IX.
M.L. Panadda, who presided over the signing ceremony, said the program is aimed at inspiring the public to be more productive and successful through the promotion of favorite recreation activities of His Majesty.
The series will be aired in Thailand and China, said the Deputy Minister, remarking that it would play a vital role in promoting Thai culture abroad.
The Deputy Education Minister also disclosed that the love and respect for the revered monarch remain strong among Thai citizens and would be so for many years to come.
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Nakhon Sawan holds exhibition “Still on my mind” commemorating King Bhumibol
The exhibition, taking place in front of Nakhon Sawan Municipality, features a model of a royal rainmaking aircraft and the Chai Pattana water turbine, both being outstanding projects undertaken by His Majesty for the benefit of the people of Thailand.
Also on display at the exhibition is a Chinese puppet lion traditionally used in the funeral ceremonies of respected elders and teachers. The puppet lion is the only piece of its kind in Thailand and will be included in the royal cremation ceremony for King Bhumibol. It will also be burned at the end of the ceremony.
In addition, the venue features an exhibition of 89 photographs telling the story of the lives of Nakhon Sawan residents and their personal impressions of King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The exhibition in front of Nakhon Sawan Municipality continues until February 1st; there is no charge for entry.
Meanwhile at Somdet Phra Srinakarindra Park in Roi Et Province, Governor Sarit Witoon along with the local Red Cross Society, government officials, and the general public took part in a merit-making ceremony, giving alms to 200 monks from Wat Pa Kung, in dedication to King Bhumibol. Monks at the ceremony also gave special talks for the purpose of acknowledging the generosity of those in attendance and to lift their spirits.