China shows solidarity with Thailand, donating 30 million baht for flood recovery efforts
Chinese ambassador, along with associations and organizations, donates 30M baht to aid southern Thailand flood victims, reinforcing the strong China-Thailand bond during this crisis
On December 2, 2025, His Excellency Mr. Zhang Jianwei, the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Thailand, and his delegation, met with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to donate 30 million baht for flood relief efforts in southern Thailand.
Ambassador Zhang stated that, following the devastating floods in southern Thailand, particularly in Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province, which caused significant damage to both lives and property, China has been closely monitoring the situation. China expressed concern for the people of the South and believes that under the strong leadership of the Thai government, the affected areas will recover and rebuild quickly.
"Thailand is a good friend, and our two countries have shared both happiness and hardship. We have helped each other through challenges and natural disasters. After this flood, Chinese associations and organizations in Thailand and China have gradually shown their desire to assist the affected areas. Over the past period, Chinese organizations have donated over 30 million baht in cash and goods to aid the flood victims," said Ambassador Zhang.
On December 3, 2025, the Chinese Embassy and various Chinese organizations in Thailand gathered another 30 million baht, which was officially handed over to the Prime Minister to assist in flood recovery efforts in the South. This donation reflects the deep and brotherly relationship between China and Thailand, showing solidarity during this crisis. Ambassador Zhang also expressed confidence that, under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King and the strong leadership of the Prime Minister, the people of southern Thailand would overcome these challenges and recover quickly.
Ambassador Zhang further emphasized that His Majesty the King’s recent official visit to the People’s Republic of China has strengthened the bond of friendship between the two nations, encouraging more active cooperation and mutual benefit. This visit has sparked greater enthusiasm for promoting cooperation in trade, including the agricultural sector, such as rice trading.
Moreover, China and Thailand continue to promote new forms of cooperation, enhancing the exchange of people between the two nations, and fostering closer ties in both regional and international matters. This collaboration aims to improve the well-being of both nations and contribute to global peace and stability.
Later, Mr. Samai Kwakpethun, Chairman of the Thianfah Foundation Hospital, and his delegation met with the Prime Minister to donate an additional 5 million baht to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund to aid the southern flood victims.
Prime Minister Anutin expressed his gratitude to the Chinese government and Chinese organizations in Thailand for their heartfelt support. "This is a reflection of the deep friendship between our two nations, always standing by each other even in times of hardship, just like family, as the saying goes, 'China and Thailand are one family.' I assure you that this assistance, coming from the kindness of all those concerned for the people of southern Thailand, will quickly restore lives, livelihoods, and the economy of the affected areas with transparency and fairness. I thank everyone, all foundations, and organizations for their donations of goods and funds to the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund," said the Prime Minister.
