Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha yesterday emphasised the importance of cooperation between South Korean and Asean to help new businesses while highlighting Thailand’s efforts in promoting a startup ecosystem. He said that enhancing cooperation on startups in Asean and South Korea is also in line with the "joint vision statement for peace, prosperity and partnership" adopted at the Asean-Republic of Korea Commemorative Summit. He said the Seasa forum, which will be held annually, should help the region build and strengthen its startup ecosystem. He said he was looking forward to expanding partnerships in innovation and startups between Thailand, Asean and South Korea. The prime minister yesterday also attended Asean-Rok Innovation Showcase 2019 and the Mekong-Rok Welcoming Dinner with his wife on the third day of his four-day visit in Busan.

Source: Bangkok Post November 26, 2019 12:52 UTC