Bangkok:His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen granted an audience to Mr. Kai Rala Xanana Guzmão, Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, at Amporn Sathan Throne Hall, Dusit Palace, during his official visit to Thailand. This visit marks the first official visit by a Timor-Leste Prime Minister in 13 years, since 2013.
According to Thai News Agency, the meeting provided an opportunity for Thailand and Timor-Leste to discuss strengthening cooperation in various areas, including trade, investment, agriculture and food security, public health, tourism, and human resource development. These discussions aim to enhance economic opportunities and improve the quality of life in both countries.
The audience also included Miss Rattikan Amlai, a young talent from Phuket and the winner of "America's Got Talent 2026." Accompanied by her family, she presented her winning certificate to His Majesty the King. In a gesture of honor, the King returned the certificate to Miss Amlai as a keepsake for her and her family.