Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India and Thailand share deep cultural ties that span over two thousand years. 

 

 

Addressing the SAMVAD programme being organised in Thailand through video conference, Mr Modi said, India’s Act East policy and Thailand’s Act West policy complement each other, promoting mutual progress and prosperity. 

 

 

He said, this conference marks another successful chapter in the friendship between the two nations. 

 

 

Prime Minister Modi highlighted that Thailand has a rich culture, history and heritage. He said, it stands as a beautiful example of the shared philosophical and spiritual traditions of Asia.

 

 

Prime Minister said, this conference highlights that the Asian Century is not just about economic value but also about social values. 

 

 

Mr Modi emphasized that the teachings of Bhagwan Buddha can guide the world in creating a peaceful and progressive era. He observed that conflicts today extend beyond people and nations, with humanity increasingly in conflict with nature. 

 

 

The Prime Minister remarked that this has led to an environmental crisis that threatens our planet.