While in Bangkok, Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave unique handmade presents to Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and her husband, reflecting India’s tribal and artistic heritage. PM Modi gave PM Shinawatra a Dokra Brass Peacock Boat with a Tribal Rider.
The object is a powerful representation of classical Indian metal craftsmanship from Chhattisgarh’s tribal traditions. Made from the ancient lost-wax casting technique, each piece is crafted by hand individually, so every object is different.
The piece features a boat in the form of a peacock—a figure of elegance and cultural fantasy—adorned with fine motifs and lacquer inlays. A tribal being paddling the boat represents the coexistence between human beings and nature, the central theme of Dokra art.
Inscribed on brass, the piece forms its own unique rich patina as time goes on, a patina which becomes part of the antique feel of the object. Beyond an aesthetic object, however, it’s a saving of India’s tribal art forms, representing creativity, simplicity, and long-term natural harmony.
Gold-Plated Tiger Pattern Cufflinks Presented to Wife of Thai PM
Prime Minister Modi also presented gold-plated cufflinks with a tiger design to the wife of the Thai Prime Minister. These accessories beautifully combine tradition and contemporary style.
With a royal tiger face, the cufflinks symbolize “courage, leadership, and royalty.” Made of high-grade silver and gold-plated, they have a bullet-back closure for comfortable and secure wear.
PM Modi gifts Brass Dokra Peacock themed boat to Thai PM, silver-gold cufflinks to spouse of Thai PM
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Detailed with vibrant Meenakari enamel work from Rajasthan and Gujarat, the cufflinks highlight India’s fine jewellery craftsmanship. A soft pearl-bead border complements the bold tiger design, offering a refined balance of strength and elegance. PM Modi’s gesture elevated the moment beyond diplomacy, offering wearable pieces of Indian heritage.
India Reaffirms BIMSTEC Commitment at Bangkok Summit
Prime Minister Modi had earlier in the day attended the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok. He appreciated the adoption of two key outcomes—the BIMSTEC Bangkok Vision 2030 and the BIMSTEC Maritime Transport Agreement.
Recalling India’s active role in the region, PM Modi stated, “India remains committed to strengthening cooperation across multiple sectors in the BIMSTEC region.” Highlighting the possibilities of positive change among member states through joint endeavors, he stated:.
High-Level Talks with Regional Heads
During the sidelines of the summit, PM Modi had bilateral meetings with some important leaders such as Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus of Bangladesh, and Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The meetings aimed at deepening cooperation and addressing common regional issues.
