BANGKOK, Thailand – Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Thailand’s international appeal had changed dramatically compared with last year, with tourists and investors continuing to show strong interest in the country. Speaking at Don Mueang Military Airport on November 14 before departing for Manila to attend the 49th ASEAN Summit and related meetings, Anutin said he would hold several bilateral discussions with leaders from other countries.
He said Thailand remained visible on the international radar and continued to attract attention from both tourism and investment sectors. Comparing the current situation with last year, Anutin described the signals as markedly different, adding that Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun could provide further insight into the change.
The prime minister said he was travelling as Thailand’s representative with confidence that the country had meaningful proposals to present to its partners. Thailand was ready to discuss trade, cooperation and new business deals, he said. Before leaving, Anutin said he was committed to working for the country’s benefit and jokingly asked members of the media to look after the country while he was away, while avoiding provocative questions to the acting prime minister.
