New Delhi, Dec. 4 -- Chavanart Thangsumphant, Ambassador of Thailand to India hailed the ties between the maritime neighbours and highlighted that several high-level meetings took place between the countries. She reiterated Thailand's interest in becoming a member of the BRICS grouping and underlined the commitment to contribute to an enhanced South-South cooperation.

The Thai envoy made the remarks during the celebration of Thailand's National Day and Father's Day at the Royal Thai Embassy. She also announced a series of commemorative activities to honour His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great's enduring legacy on his birth anniversary.

"Our two nations are bound by centuries of cultural and spiritual heritage. This year saw tra...