Thais gain insights for battle against poverty

China's success in defeating scourge offers guide for neighbor, experts say

China's experience in poverty alleviation has provided valuable lessons to Thailand, and the two countries are expected to enhance their cooperation in the field after the coronavirus pandemic, experts said.

"Thailand has followed the Chinese model in the poverty eradication program through a systematic national strategy that encompasses policies and measures that would uplift the poor," said Kavi Chongkittavorn, senior fellow at the Institute of Security and International Studies in Bangkok's Chulalongkorn University.

Enjoying good relations, China and Thailand "have been learning from each other ever since the establishment of diplomatic ties 45 years ago", said Chongkittavorn, noting China has been successful in eradicating extreme poverty over the past three decades.