Government house: The Cabinet approved the draft agreement on cultural cooperation between the Ministry of Culture of the Kingdom of Thailand and the Ministry of Culture and Heritage of New Zealand.
According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Ploylae Laksmisangchan, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, announced that the Cabinet has endorsed the draft agreement, which marks a step forward in strengthening the cultural relationship between Thailand and New Zealand. The agreement allows for modifications to its wording, provided these do not alter its substance or conflict with Thailand's interests, enabling the Ministry of Culture to proceed without requiring further Cabinet approval. The Cabinet has also authorized the Minister of Culture or a designated representative to sign the agreement on behalf of Thailand.
Ms. Ploytalee highlighted that this initiative by Thailand aims to enhance bilateral cultural ties, celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations in 2026. The agreement seeks to expand cooperation in arts and culture on a reciprocal and mutually beneficial basis, fostering stronger people-to-people connections and laying a foundation for future relations between Thailand and New Zealand.