Putin: Russia-Thailand Trade Sustainable, Growing Steadily
Quick Look
- Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that bilateral trade between Russia and Thailand is sustainable and growing, with a 2.3% increase to $1.72 billion in 2025 and a 26% growth in January-March 2026.
- He highlighted potential cooperation in energy, transport, logistics, agribusiness, and investments.
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Why It Matters
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on the sidelines of the Russia-ASEAN summit to discuss bilateral trade and cooperation.
KAZAN, June 18. /TASS/. The bilateral trade between Russia and Thailand is sustainable by its nature and its volumes are growing steadily, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the meeting with Prime Minister of Thailand Anutin Charnvirakul on the sidelines of the Russia - ASEAN summit.
"The bilateral trade is sustainable by its nature. Its volumes are growing on and on. In 2025, the trade turnover increased by 2.3% to $1.72 bln, and in January - March [2026] it grew by 26% at once," the Russian leader said.
The potential for mutually beneficial cooperation is significant in spheres of energy, transport, logistics, agribusiness and investments, the head of state said. "The mixed commission on bilateral cooperation, whose activities can certainly be made more active, is called to facilitate progress in these areas," Putin added.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Increased bilateral trade and investment between Russia and Thailand.
Likely · Medium term
Open Questions
- What specific actions will be taken to activate the mixed commission?
- What are the key investment opportunities being explored?
