What PM Modi’s Visit to Thailand and Sri Lanka Means for India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has started his three-day visit from Thailand and Sri Lanka from April 4 to 6. This visit is aiming to deepen the diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties in the Bay of Bengal region. During this visit, our PM is going to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit and there are several other high-level bilateral meetings.
Check the highlights of the Thailand Visit
| Event | Details |
| Reception by Indian Community | PM Modi will be welcomed by the Indian diaspora in Thailand. |
| Meeting with Thai PM | Talks with PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra; ceremonial welcome at Government House. |
| BIMSTEC Summit | To attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit with leaders from Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. |
| Key Agreements | Signing of the Maritime Cooperation Agreement. |
| Vision Document | Adoption of Bangkok Vision 2030, which outlines BIMSTEC’s future goals on peace, stability, and climate resilience. |
| Cultural Visit | Visit to Wat Pho Temple, famous for the massive reclining Buddha statue. |
| Royal Audience | PM Modi will meet King Rama X and Queen Suthida. |
What is BIMSTEC?
The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a group of seven countries — Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand — working together for regional development.
Key Focus Areas of This Year’s Summit:
- Maritime cooperation
- Climate change adaptation
- Trade and economic integration
- Vision document for 2030
Check What’s on the Agenda of the Sri Lanka Visit:
| Event | Details |
| Arrival in Colombo | PM Modi will land in Sri Lanka after the Thailand leg of the tour. |
| Meeting with President | Talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to review India–Sri Lanka relations. |
| Areas of Discussion | Economic development, connectivity, investment, and cultural cooperation. |
Before leaving India and heading to this visit PM Modi said: “India’s Northeast is at the heart of BIMSTEC. I look forward to strengthening our partnership with Thailand and Sri Lanka for the progress of the entire region.”
This visit by the Indian PM to the region of South and Southeast Asia shows India’s strong commitment to regional peace, prosperity, and partnerships with the region.
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