Need to unlock immense potential of Andamans to grow together as regional partners: Thai envoy
The Thai Consul General in Kolkata, Siriporn Tantipanyathep, emphasized the need to unlock the potential of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for regional cooperation. During her visit, she expressed optimism about strengthening ties and exploring opportunities in various sectors, particularly tourism. She highlighted the islands' strategic location and natural beauty as key factors for sustainable development.
- ▪Siriporn Tantipanyathep visited the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to discuss potential cooperation between Thailand and the islands.
- ▪She noted that the islands are closer to Thailand than to mainland India, creating opportunities for reduced logistics costs and enhanced tourism.
- ▪Tantipanyathep emphasized the importance of India as a significant source market for Thai tourism, driven by the growing interest of young professionals in international travel.
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Need to unlock immense potential of Andamans to grow together as regional partners: Thai envoyNeed to unlock immense potential of Andamans to grow together as regional partners: Thai envoyPublished on: May 23, 2026 12:37 PM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link Sri Vijaya Puram, Siriporn Tantipanyathep, the Consul General of Thailand in Kolkata, said it was time for both countries to unlock the immense potential of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and grow together as regional partners.Need to unlock immense potential of Andamans to grow together as regional partners: Thai envoy"I expressed my sincere interest in learning more about the islands' development vision, progress, future direction, and aspirations, and how Thailand and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands can help each other to grow together…
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