Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said the government will join hands with the Kuwait government in spurring economic growth in both countries.
Speaking at a reception hosted to boost Kuwaiti investors' confidence in Thailand’s political and economic stability, Ms Yingluck said Thailand and Kuwait have had a close relationship for more than five decades.
The two countries had been partners in enhancing mutual economic growth over the past five years, she said.
More than 40,000 Kuwaiti tourists had visited Thailand in the first six months of the year and this showed that Thais and Kuwaitis are close strategic partners, she added.
The premier said Kuwait is capable of ensuring its energy security, while Thailand is strong on food security. The two countries should join forces to ensure mutual security in energy and food, and sustainable economic growth.
Ms Yingluck is on a three-day official visit to Kuwait to attend the Asia Cooperation Dialogue summit and to strengthen bilateral ties, from Monday to Wednesday Oct 17.
