Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul shakes hands with his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, during a press conference in Auckland on Friday. (Photo: Government House)
Thai Airways International (Thai) will resume direct flights to Auckland as part of the strategy to deepen ties between Thailand and New Zealand that include a pledge to accelerate bilateral trade.Government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said on Friday direct flights between Bangkok and Auckland will return next year to promote trade, tourism, investment and people movement.
While Ms Rachada did not name the airline but New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon mentioned Thai.
Restarting the flights was reflected in a joint statement after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Mr Luxon wrapped up their talks in Auckland.
Thai suspended direct services to Auckland after more than three decades when the Covid-19 pandemic stalled global air travel.
