Thailand and Brazil established diplomatic relations in 1959, and since then several official visits took place, creating fertile ground for strategic partnerships, especially in the fields of scientific research, energy, health and tourism - Brasil is Thailand's biggest partner in Latin America, and the two countries work together on several agricultural projects aimed at increasing the efficiency of both countries' rural sectors.

One fun fact that approximates Rio de Janeiro and Bangkok, and thai people as a whole, is both people's worldwide fame for being receptive and helpful, being known even to avoid saying no.