Thailand and Sri Lanka elevate ties with landmark trade, travel and gem deals

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin (second right) stands with Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawaradane (second left) and the First Lady of Sri Lanka Maithree Wickremesinghe, right, as they observe a minute's silence in honor of Sri Lankan heroes during the 76th Independence Day commemoration ceremony of Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024. - AP

BANGKOK (Bernama): Thailand and Sri Lanka take their partnership to new heights with the signing of a landmark free trade agreement, increased air travel, and collaboration on jewellery and gems.

In a statement, Government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and President of Sri Lanka, Ranil Wickremesinghe co-chaired the signing ceremony of three documents on February 3 in Columbo.