China–Thailand relations officially started in July 1975 after years of negotiations. [1][2] For a long time, Thailand, formerly called Siam, had good relations with China. China was usually greatly respected in Siam and ensured the alliance of both countries.

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China and Thailand established diplomatic relations on July 1, 1975. Since then, the relationship between the two countries has consistently grown and remained stable. In August 2001, both governments issued a joint communiqué, agreeing to enhance strategic cooperation.

Jun 12, 2024 · Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday said that China and Thailand are good neighbors, good friends, and are as close as family, vowing to enhance cooperation in various fields.

Nov 19, 2022 · Chinese President Xi Jinping and Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Saturday agreed to build a more stable, prosperous and sustainable China-Thailand community with a shared future.

Nov 20, 2022 · A more stable, prosperous and sustainable China-Thailand community with a shared future, will chart the future directions of the relations, Xi said, as the two countries prepare for the 50th anniversary of the establishment of China-Thailand diplomatic relations in 2025.