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South Korea–Thailand relations are the bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the Republic of Korea. The two countries established diplomatic relations on 1 October 1958. [1]
During the Korean War, Thailand was the second nation to send troops—a total of over 10,000—to support South Korea, just after the United States. [2] Thai casualties included 137 dead and more than 300 wounded. [2]
The Industry Ministry reported that Thailand and South Korea had trade value of US$11.7 billion in 2017. [3] As of 2020 [update], 400 South Korean companies have invested in Thailand, and trade between Thailand and South Korea stands at around US$15 billion (470 billion baht) annually. [4]
Cultural relations
Since 2015, Korean pop groups and television dramas have surged in popularity in Thailand, to the extent that a phrase, " Korean wave" Thai: กระแสเกาหลี; RTGS: krasae kaoli) has been coined to explain the phenomenon. [4] K-pop in particular has influenced Thai food, fashion, and interest in cosmetic surgery. [2]
See also
References
- ^ "50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Thailand and the Republic of Korea". Royal Thai Embassy, Seoul. Retrieved 18 September 2019.
- ^ a b c Chongkittavorn, Kavi (17 September 2019). "Thailand's going bananas for Korea" (Opinion). Bangkok Post. Retrieved 18 September 2019.
- ^ Apisitniran, Lamonphet (18 May 2018). "Thailand, S Korea agree to trade panel". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 18 September 2019.
- ^ a b Mala, Dumrongkiat (10 February 2020). "Dining on success of the Korean Wave". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 12 February 2020.
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