Thai politicians express best wishes for Thais on Lunar New Year

This Lunar New Year, many high-profile politicians in Thailand are posting on social media to wish their followers a good and prosperous year of the Dragon. Thai PBS World compiles their messages for our readers.

PM, Srettha Thavisin’s post features an English phrase “Happy Chinese New Year” and Chinese couplets that read, 新年快乐、 万事如意 meaning “Happy New Year. May all your wishes come true.”

The Government House posted an official video of PM Srettha wishing everyone a Happy Chinese New Year. In the video, he emphasises the Thai-Chinese visa-free policy and mentions that “Thailand always welcomes our Chinese friends and we are ready to ensure your safety… because Thais and Chinese are like siblings.”

Chadchart Sittipunt, the Bangkok governor, live-streamed on his Facebook fan page before his morning run. He tried to say in Chinese; “Happy New Year,…