Asean ‘set to launch host bid’

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has confirmed Thailand and Asean are ready to vie for the right to co-host the World Cup in 2034.

The confirmation made on the premier’s X (formerly Twitter) account came after Mr Srettha met Fifa president Gianni Infantino in New York and discussed potential cooperation between Southeast Asian nations and the world’s football governing body.

The discussion took place on the sidelines of Mr Srettha’s participation in the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78) in New York.

The premier was invited by the Fifa president to the discussion, where Mr Srettha confirmed the readiness of Thailand and Asean to compete for the right to co-host the World Cup in 2034.

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