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Anutin: Global Crisis is ASEAN Opportunity, Confident in Regional Strength

Anutin: Global Crisis is ASEAN Opportunity, Confident in Regional Strength

Thairath•Politics•24d ago

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Thai Prime Minister Anutin envisions leveraging global crises as opportunities for ASEAN's economic growth and stability.

  • •Anutin Charnvirakul, Thailand's Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, will attend the 48th ASEAN Summit in the Philippines.
  • •The Prime Minister emphasized ASEAN's potential to become a trade, transport, and investment hub by leveraging regional strengths.
  • •Anutin expressed confidence in ASEAN's resilience and its ability to foster economic growth through cooperation amidst global challenges.

Overview

  • •Anutin Charnvirakul is scheduled to visit the Philippines to attend the 48th ASEAN Summit.
  • •The 48th ASEAN Summit will be held between May 7 – 9, 2026.
  • •Anutin Charnvirakul stated that global crises can be transformed into opportunities for the ASEAN region.
  • •Anutin Charnvirakul highlighted the importance of strengthening ASEAN's foundation to ensure regional safety and economic growth.
  • •Anutin Charnvirakul believes that by cooperating, ASEAN can become a leading hub for trade, transportation, and investment.
  • •Anutin Charnvirakul asserted Thailand's credibility stems from its internal strength, which, when combined with regional collaboration, can drive mutual growth.
  • •The summit aims to discuss strengthening the region and fostering economic development through cooperation.
  • •The visit is in preparation for the 48th ASEAN Summit, with bilateral discussions anticipated.

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Key Quotes

Anutin Charnvirakul
"We will use the opportunities from various crises in other regions around the world to create opportunities in our region."
เราจะใช้โอกาสที่มีวิกฤตต่างๆในภูมิภาคอื่นๆทั่วโลกมาสร้างโอกาสในภูมิภาคของเรา
Anutin Charnvirakul
"The need to adjust our status and build a stable foundation in ASEAN, which is currently the safest region, can create channels and opportunities for the region's economy to grow if we cooperate."
การที่เราต้องปรับเปลี่ยนสถานะและสร้างรากฐานที่มั่นคงในภูมิภาคอาเซียนที่ตอนนี้เป็นภูมิภาคที่ปลอดภัยที่สุดถ้าเราร่วมมือกันก็จะสามารถสร้างช่องทางและโอกาสที่จะทำให้เศรษฐกิจของภูมิภาคเติบโต

Key Entities

Person

Anutin(อนุทิน)ℹ️
Anutin Charnvirakul, Thailand's Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who is attending the ASEAN Summit.
Prime Minister and Minister of Interior(นายกรัฐมนตรีและรมว.มหาดไทย)
The dual role held by Anutin Charnvirakul, indicating his significant governmental authority.

Organization

ASEAN(อาเซียน)ℹ️
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a regional organization discussed as a hub for trade, transport, and investment.

Place

Republic of the Philippines(สาธารณรัฐฟิลิปปินส์)ℹ️
The host country for the 48th ASEAN Summit.