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Thailand strengthens defence ties with US, France in Singapore
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Thailand moved to strengthen defence ties with the United States and France during separate talks at the 23rd IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29.
Key facts
- Thailand moved to strengthen defence ties with the United States and France during separate talks at the 23rd IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29.
- Thai Defence Minister Adul Boonthamcharoen met US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to discuss regional security and paths to strengthen defence ties between Thailand and the US.
- In an earlier development, Thailand is looking to France for lessons in turning culture into global influence, as Culture Minister Sabeeda Thaised led talks on May 22 to mark 170 years of Thailand-France diplomatic ties and push Thai soft
- Adul said Thailand valued its long-standing alliance and strategic partnership with the US and was ready to continue security cooperation in line with the changing security environment.
Summary
Thai Defence Minister Adul Boonthamcharoen met US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to discuss regional security and paths to strengthen defence ties between Thailand and the US.
Adul said Thailand valued its long-standing alliance and strategic partnership with the US and was ready to continue security cooperation in line with the changing security environment.