Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has asked China to assist in talks with Iran to secure energy transport routes through the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking after informal talks with Wang Yi, China’s foreign minister, in Krabi on Friday night, Mr Sihasak said both sides stressed the need to maintain peace and stability under international law, amid concerns over a weakening rules-based global order. The war involving Iran, the United States and Israel was raised as a major concern, particularly its impact on energy supplies. Because of the conflict, Thailand has faced disruptions to shipments of gas, oil and fertiliser, which…
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