Overview:
Context
Since 1947, India has enjoyed dynamic bilateral relations with Thailand. 2022 marks the 75th year of diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Background
History of India-Thailand relations:
Since 1947 to 1991:
The Southeast Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO) was an international organization for collective defence in Southeast Asia created by the Southeast Asia Collective Defense Treaty, or Manila Pact, signed in September 1954 in Manila, the Philippines.
United States led the group, while Pakistan was also a member of it.
The organization's headquarters were also in Bangkok. Eight members joined the organization.
In the Post-Cold War Period:
What are the core areas of Cooperation between India and Thailand in the 21st Century?
High Level Exchanges |
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Dignitary visiting Thailand |
Period |
PM Narendra Modi |
10 Nov 2016 (To pay homage to HM late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the Great), 02-04 Nov 2019 (to attend ASEAN related Summits: 16th ASEAN India Summit, 14th East Asian |
Vice President M. Hamid Ansar |
Feb 2016 |
PM Dr. Manmohan Singh |
July 2004, Oct 2009, May 2013 |
PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee |
Nov 2002 (transit), Oct 2003 |
PM P. V. Narasimha Rao |
April 1993 |
PM Rajiv Gandhi |
Oct 1986 |
President V. V. Giri |
1972 |
Vice President Dr. Zakir Hussain |
1966 |
conclusion
The Indo-Thai relation today is not just looked upon from the angle of socio-cultural ties. Since the relation in today’s context has become very comprehensive in its scope. This bilateral engagement has the potential to foster growth not only restricted to the two nations but for the entire region.
This is very much evident given the fact that cooperation in the areas of security, economic, and connectivity being interconnected, would also have the same level of impact on the neighbouring States and the region as a whole.
Practice Question Q1. India and Thailand have historical and cultural roots that reach back much beyond the 75 years of diplomatic relations. Elucidate. Q2. The convergence of Thailand’s ‘Look West’ and India’s ‘Act East’ policy lights the path to the bright future for India-Thailand relations. Examine. |
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