Madrid:The Thai and Spanish Foreign Ministries have signed an agreement that exempts holders of official passports from visa requirements, marking a significant step in strengthening the bilateral relations between the two countries.

According to Thai News Agency, the agreement was signed during a visit by Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkaew, to the Kingdom of Spain. Mr. Phuangketkaew met with Mr. José Manuel Álvares, Spain's Minister of Foreign Affairs of the European Union, to discuss and promote cooperation in various areas including trade and investment. The visit also covered an exchange of views on regional and international issues.

Mr. Phuangketkaew and Mr. Álvares co-chaired the 8th Thailand-Spain Political Consultations and inaugurated the 4th Thailand-Spain Forum. This forum, a Track 1.5 cooperation mechanism, was organized by Thailand's Devawongse Varoprakarn Institute of Foreign Affairs and Spain's Casa Asia. It aims to enhance relations and foster collaboration in academia, science, technology, and innovation between Thailand and Spain.