Mizzima News

Thai Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej will tonight host Burmese Prime Minister Thein Sein at his residence, taking the opportunity to prepare a personal meal for his Burmese counterpart.

The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that during the visit the two premiers will discuss Burma's upcoming constitutional referendum, drug smuggling, border controls and migrant workers.

After an official meeting tomorrow, the two ministers will proceed to pay their respects to His Majesty Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

The Nation, a Bangkok-based newspaper, reports they will also ratify the construction of a rubber factory and palm oil mill.

"During his first visit to Thailand, Burmese Prime Minister Thein Sein will discuss construction of the Davoy deep water jetty," added the Thai Prime Minister.

On Thursday they are scheduled to visit agricultural projects in Chiang Rai Province, a part of the legendary golden triangle and abutting Burma.

Last month's visit of the Thai Prime Minister to Burma witnessed the signing of an investment defense treaty between the two countries.

Prime Minister Thein Sein was due to arrive in Thailand today, a visit that is expected to last three days.