"Thailand and China Establish Permanent Visa-Free Travel Agreement"
Thailand and China have agreed to mutually waive visa requirements for each other's citizens starting in March, as announced by Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. This move is expected to enhance bilateral relations and boost tourism, a vital sector for Thailand's economy. In 2023, Thailand surpassed its tourism target, with China being the second-largest source of visitors. The visa exemption is seen as a continuation of efforts to strengthen people-to-people exchanges between the two nations.