RIYADH, Jan 26 (NNN-SPA) – Saudi Arabia and Thailand agreed yesterday, to restore full diplomatic relations, during the official visit of Thai Prime Minister, Prayut Chan-o-cha, the first of its kind in more than 30 years.
In a joint statement, the two sides announced the exchange of ambassadors in the near future, and deepening of cooperation in green economy, renewable energy, digital transformation, cybersecurity and others, it was reported.
The visit of Prayut to Saudi Arabia came, at the invitation of the kingdom’s Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
Saudi Arabia downgraded its relations with Thailand, after a diplomatic row over a jewellery theft in 1989.– NNN-SPA
