President Lee Jae-myung held a phone call on the 7th with Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to congratulate him on his re-election and discussed economic and security cooperation and ways to coordinate on the Middle East situation, the presidential office said.
In the February general election, Prime Minister Anutin, who led the conservative Bhumjaithai Party to a sweeping victory, was re-elected as prime minister last month, securing another term. A Thai prime minister winning another term is the first time in 20 years since former Prime Minister Thaksin.
Expressing gratitude for Lee's congratulations, Prime Minister Anutin said, "Thailand is placing a high priority on cooperation with Korea, a strategic partner, amid global uncertainty." He also said he hopes the two countries' relations will further develop with his re-election.
The leaders of the two countries agreed to deepen cooperation in a wide range of areas, including the economy, security, public safety, and cultural exchanges. They also agreed to work together so that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries, which is currently under negotiation, can be concluded at an early date.
They also agreed to coordinate closely amid instability in the global energy supply chain caused by the recent situation in the Middle East.
In addition, Prime Minister Anutin highly evaluated Korea's efforts and policies to ease tensions on the Korean Peninsula and expressed firm support. Lee asked for continued interest and support.