Thai-Indian exchanges ready to restart after enforced break

With connectivity set to be a key global theme in coming years, the Bangkok Post talked to Indian Ambassador to Thailand Suchitra Durai on the importance of managing multilateral ties ahead of India’s Republic Day today.

What role do you foresee India playing in the region, particularly in terms of the bilateral relationship with Thailand?

We are commemorating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of our Thai-Indian diplomatic relations this year. Historically, we have always been in very close contact, especially in terms of trade and commerce. We must also not forget the cultural, religious and linguistic ties that bind our two regions and our two countries together.

The relationship we have with our maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean region is both a very important…