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Vietnam's Rapid Economic Growth Seen as Opportunity for Thailand, Says Deputy PM Sihasak

Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister highlights potential mutual benefits from Vietnam's economic rise at the Nikkei Asia Forum APAC 2026.

Jul 16, 2026, 5:17 AM Nikkei Asia

Nikkei Asia Forum APACorganization Thailand Deputy Prime Ministerperson Thailandtopic Vietnamtopic Foreign Ministerperson Deputy PM Sihasaktopic Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkeowperson Ken Kobayashiperson Sihasak Phuangketkeowperson Bangkoktopic Says Deputy PM Sihasaktopic Vietnam Rapid Economic Growth Seentopic

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On Thursday, July 16, 2026, Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, stated that Vietnam's rapid economic growth presents opportunities that can benefit Thailand. Speaking at the Nikkei Asia Forum APAC 2026 held in Bangkok, he emphasized the importance of maintaining open regional economies to facilitate trade and knowledge exchange. Sihasak described the relationship as potentially mutually beneficial, underscoring the value of cooperation between the two neighboring countries.

Thailand Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkeow speaks at the Nikkei Asia Forum APAC 2026 on July 16 in Bangkok. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)

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