Thailand Seeks India’s Support for BRICS Membership Amid Strategic Partnership Expansion

Source: NewsX | Original Published At: 2025-12-08 09:40:48 UTC

Key Points

• Thailand formally expressed its intention to join BRICS, seeking India's endorsement for membership.
• Relations elevated to a Thailand-India Strategic Partnership during PM Modi's April 2025 visit to Bangkok for the BIMSTEC Summit.
• Cooperation areas include connectivity, trade, security, and alignment with India's Act East Policy and Thailand's Act West Strategy.
• Thai Foreign Minister's November-December 2025 visit strengthened collaboration in regional frameworks.
• Cultural initiatives, including traditional Thai attire promotion, highlighted during reception commemorating Queen Sirikit's legacy.