Thai Prime Minister takes subway to Chinatown festivities

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra traveled to Bangkok's Chinatown on Wednesday to join Chinese New Year celebrations, taking the subway from Sanam Chai to Hua Lamphong Stations.

Meanwhile, Chinatown, was bustling with celebrations for the Chinese New Year 2025, the Year of the Snake. This year’s festivities are particularly grand, commemorating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China.  

The theme of the celebrations, “Ignite Your Senses Embrace Our Two Cultures,” is reflected in the vibrant red and gold decorations illuminating the streets. Visitors flocked to temples in the area to pay respects to deities and sample a wide array of culinary delights from renowned local restaurants.