Heads up, Asia fam! This Friday (Nov 14, 2025), Beijing was buzzing when President Xi Jinping hosted King Maha Vajiralongkorn of the Kingdom of Thailand for a high-profile meet-up in the Chinese mainland’s capital.
Xi kicked things off by looking back at his own 2022 trip to Thailand with Peng Liyuan. Back then, they rolled out the red carpet, enjoyed Thai hospitality (hello, pad thai and mango sticky rice! 🍚🥭), and sat down with the king and queen to spark what Xi called a new era in China-Thailand relations.
Fast-forward to today, these two leaders are doubling down on that momentum. They’re exploring more cultural exchanges, smoother travel (think e-visas and student programs), and fresh trade and tech partnerships. It’s all about creating win-win vibes for both sides—more tourism buzz in Bangkok, bigger export markets in Guangzhou, and a deeper friendship for the long haul.
For young pros across South and Southeast Asia, this is more than just photo ops. Stronger ties mean wider horizons—for study abroad, startup collabs, and even music and film crossovers. 🎬🎶
Keep your eyes peeled for updates on cool exchange programs and joint tech hubs soon hitting the headlines. Asia’s future is looking more connected than ever!
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Xi Jinping recalls 2022 visit that advanced China-Thailand ties
cgtn.com
