Thailand’s government is seeking visa exemptions for Thai tourists travelling to China, with an official delegation planned to negotiate the details by the end of this month.
Foreign Affairs Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara revealed this yesterday, December 7, following a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The discussion took place on the fringes of the 8th Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Beijing.
The possibility of visa exemptions for ordinary Thai passport holders was the main topic of discussion. The Chinese Foreign Minister has shown support for this idea. A working panel is slated to travel to China to further negotiate the matter with the relevant authorities.
Parnpree, however, cautioned individuals against exploiting the proposed visa-free status to overstay or work illegally in China. Such actions…
