Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit in Vientiane on Friday. During their first meeting, PM Modi presented Shinawatra with a special gift—a wooden table handcrafted in Ladakh.
The two leaders exchanged pleasantries, with PM Modi congratulating Shinawatra on her new role as Thai Prime Minister. Shinawatra, in turn, congratulated Modi on his third term. PM Modi highlighted the importance of India-Thailand relations and took to X to describe Thailand as a “deeply valued friend.” They discussed ways to strengthen trade, cultural ties, and cooperation in areas like defence, shipping, and digital innovation. Regional cooperation through BIMSTEC was also part of their discussions.
PM Modi’s gift, a low-height wooden table from Ladakh, showcases the region’s traditional craftsmanship and rich cultural heritage. The table, hand-carved using age-old techniques, reflects the functional and aesthetic qualities of Ladakhi homes. Accompanying the table was a hand-painted pot, adding vibrant artistry and complementing the gift’s Himalayan charm.
Also Read: India & Laos Deepen Bilateral Ties With New Agreements In Defense & Heritage Preservation
As the nation marks 11 years under PM Modi's leadership, actress Hina Khan shares her…
Subhash Ghai has praised PM Narendra Modi’s leadership for catalysing India’s growth and changing the…
India and five Central Asian nations have agreed to deepen cooperation on rare earths and…
Prime Minister Modi has redefined Indian agriculture with the ‘Beej Se Bazaar Tak’ vision, transforming…
EV sales topped 4% of passenger vehicle retail in May 2025, signalling growing demand for…
One year into Modi 3.0, reforms have reduced poverty, strengthened defence, and accelerated the digital…