10,000 Chinese couples to wed in Thailand

Thailand on Wednesday welcomed reports that thousands of Chinese couples plan to hold their wedding parties in Thailand this year.

Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said the events would certainly help boost tourism for Thailand and that between China and Thailand.

He conveyed the message during a meeting with Fe Juakhoo, president of foreign relation association of China who is visiting Thailand as a guest of Thai government between January 18 and 23.

The visit is also marking the 35th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Thailand and China.

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