Overview

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for Thailand to participate in the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, hosted by Bangkok on April 4, 2025.
• India is expected to reinforce its leadership within BIMSTEC, focusing on regional integration and economic progress in the Bay of Bengal region.
• Modi will hold confirmed bilateral talks with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to deepen trade and strategic ties.
• A maritime cooperation agreement is anticipated to be signed during the summit, marking a significant step in regional collaboration.
• Discussions with Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus are possible, though not formally scheduled.