Cambodia ties get boost

PMs set $15bn trade target for 2027

- CHAIRITH YONPIAM

Thailand and Cambodia have vowed to increase bilateral trade to US$15 billion within the next two years, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said.

She made the remarks at the start of her two-day official visit to the neighbouring country yesterday.

Ms Paetongtarn attended a welcoming ceremony at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh before attending a plenary meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet.

They then witnessed the signing of important documents and jointly presided over the launch of a logo marking the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Speaking at a joint press conference, Ms Paetongtarn said she and her Cambodian counterpart had engaged in a friendly and productive discussion.

"We share a strong commitment to deepen our cooperation based on mutual trust, mutual respect, and mutual benefit," she said.

Both sides reaffirmed their strategic partnership, she said, adding that a joint action plan was being finalised to ensure this partnership delivers tangible benefits for the people of both countries.