The government deputy spokesperson revealed that China's prominent media outlet, The Global Times, praised Prime Minister Anutin's visit to China, recognizing his sincere and proactive efforts that enhance Chinese investors' confidence in Thailand.
On 20 July 2026 GMT+7, Ms. Lalida Pertwiwatana, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office, disclosed the monitoring results of Chinese media coverage regarding Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's visit to China. The Global Times, a leading Chinese media outlet, presented a positive report on the visit, reflecting that Chinese businesses recognized the Prime Minister's sincerity and proactive engagement in meeting entrepreneurs, listening to suggestions, and inviting Chinese companies to consider expanding their investments in Thailand. This was seen as a positive sign reinforcing Chinese investor confidence in Thailand.
The Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office stated that the Global Times emphasized the views of the Standing Committee of the Thai-Chinese New Business Association, which noted, “Sincerity and concreteness are the core of Prime Minister Anutin's visit to China.” They also saw this approach as reflecting the Thai government's commitment to driving tangible economic cooperation and helping to build confidence among Chinese businesses for long-term investment planning in Thailand.
Additionally, the Global Times reported that the Prime Minister assured Chinese businesses of the government's determination to improve Thailand's investment climate by enhancing approval efficiency, reducing administrative procedures, and implementing serious anti-corruption measures. These efforts aim to create a transparent, fair, and investment-friendly business environment. This shows that the visit was not only about inviting investment but also about listening to suggestions and promoting systemic reforms simultaneously.
The report also assessed that Thailand has strong potential as an investment base and a gateway to the ASEAN market, supported by its infrastructure readiness, key industrial supply chains, and strategic location. This creates opportunities to deepen Thai-Chinese cooperation from project-based investments to more profound collaboration in industry, technology, and innovation in the future.
"The positive perspectives from Chinese media and businesses on this visit demonstrate their confidence in Thailand's potential as both an economic partner and a gateway to the ASEAN market. The government is ready to build on this interest to achieve concrete cooperation in investment, technology, workforce development, and quality job creation, prioritizing the benefits of the country and Thai people."