Russia’s ambassador to Bangkok, Evgeny Tomikhin, noted that Thailand maintains a comparatively balanced foreign policy and reaffirmed its interest in broadening cooperation with Russia across multiple sectors. This interpretation comes from TASS coverage.
Tomikhin explained that following the formation of Thailand’s new government, Moscow has had the chance to engage with the new ministers and the prime minister at both official and informal events, with numerous contacts established between the two sides.
He added that the overall impression is that Thailand will continue to hold a balanced stance while pressing forward with bilateral cooperation in diverse areas. The ambassador emphasized that senior Thai government officials talking about Russia relations expect this year to yield more tangible outcomes.
Thai authorities had already begun implementing a new visa-free regime for Russian citizens since November of the previous year, allowing stays of up to 90 days instead of the standard 30 days in the country.
In other related developments, the Thai side has shown interest in deepening economic and cultural ties with Russia, highlighting exchanges in trade, tourism, and technology as priorities for the near term. Moscow and Bangkok have reiterated shared interests in regional stability, energy cooperation, and educational exchanges that could foster long-term partnership between the two nations.
The remarks from the Thai leadership reflect a broader strategy to diversify international partnerships and bolster regional influence through pragmatic diplomacy. Russia, for its part, has sought to maintain open channels with Bangkok amid shifting geopolitical dynamics in Southeast Asia, emphasizing mutual respect and practical collaboration across commercially viable sectors. These diplomatic signals align with ongoing efforts to stabilize cross-border ties and implement concrete joint projects that can benefit both economies. — TASS
Earlier in the year there were unrelated events involving Thai security services detaining members of the Bi-2 music group, which underscored the country’s strict approach to public order and visa compliance. While such incidents attract international attention, officials on both sides have repeatedly stated their intention to keep focus on constructive dialogue and mutual interests, rather than allowing isolated episodes to derail a broader, constructive relationship. — TASS