The Prime Minister is preparing to welcome Chinese Premier Li Qiang on his first official visit to Thailand in 7 years, aiming to drive cooperation in security, trade and investment, finance, environmental issues, and enhancing the quality of life for the people.
On 11 November 2026, Mr. Aekaphop Pienpiset, spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, announced that Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul is preparing to welcome H.E. Mr. Li Qiang, Premier of the People's Republic of China, on his official visit to Thailand as a government guest from 13 to 15 November 2026. This marks the first official visit by a Chinese Premier to Thailand in 7 years, with the last visit in 2019 by former Premier Li Keqiang. It is also Li Qiang's first visit to Thailand since assuming office.
The spokesperson said this visit is a key opportunity to build upon cooperation established during the Prime Minister’s visit to China in July 2026, to advance a comprehensive strategic partnership in both bilateral and regional dimensions.
On this occasion, both sides will sign Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) covering various sectors such as security, agriculture, vocational education, automotive industry, and environment. They will also exchange views on mutually beneficial cooperation areas including high-level visits, cybersecurity and online crime, trade, investment and finance, digital economy, combating illicit businesses, promoting tourism and people-to-people and cultural relations, sustainable environmental management, ASEAN and multilateral cooperation frameworks, as well as regional situation perspectives.
On Friday, 13 November 2026, the Prime Minister will officially welcome the Chinese Premier and delegation at the Government House. Key activities include the official welcome ceremony, signing of the government guest book, full delegation official talks, MOU signing ceremonies, and an official dinner banquet to honor the Chinese Premier.
“This visit reflects the strong and longstanding friendship between Thailand and China as close neighbors and strategic partners. It marks a milestone in bilateral relations, laying the foundation for long-term cooperation across all dimensions and promoting a constructive joint role in fostering stability and security in the regional and global arenas.” / Mr. Aekaphop added