snoop1130 Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 In a diplomatic spectacle, the Russian Navy‘s Pacific Ocean Fleet, Admiral Panteleyev, has made waves with its visit to Thailand‘s Sattahip, marking a significant diplomatic event—the first since 2019. The vessel was welcomed with the Soviet classic Katyusha performed by an orchestra, setting the stage for a diplomatic dance between nations. A Royal Thai Navy official rolled out the red carpet for the Russian ship. “We believe that it is necessary to maintain normal friendly relations with all countries, and Russia is no exception here.” As the Russian destroyer graces Thai waters, talks emerge of a reciprocal visit by a Royal Thai Navy ship to Vladivostok. This hints at a shared interest in fostering robust ties between the two nations, underlining the significance of this diplomatic overture. The last Russian visit to Sattahip was in October 2019, making the current presence of Admiral Panteleyev a noteworthy diplomatic gesture amid heightened geopolitical tensions. Simultaneously, the United States Navy deployed a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to South Korea in response to North Korean provocations. South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik announces joint maritime drills with the US and Japan, featuring the participation of the USS Carl Vinson. Rear Admiral Carlos Sardiello emphasizes the US commitment to its ally’s security, showcasing military preparedness against North Korean threats. By Puntid Tantivangphaisal Caption: Photo courtesy of The Eurasian Times Full story: The Thaiger 2023-11-24 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Colabamumbai Posted November 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 24, 2023 Yup soon be recruiting Thais to fight their war. 3 1 2 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post newbee2022 Posted November 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 24, 2023 10 hours ago, snoop1130 said: We believe that it is necessary to maintain normal friendly relations with all countries, and Russia is no exception here.” Friendly relations are ok. But Russia is in an aggressive, brutal, barbarian war invading Ukraine killing civilians. I doubt it's a good decision to let them visit Thailand. 2 5 5 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sammieuk1 Posted November 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 24, 2023 It's a diplomatic spectacle alright a disgusting one 🤔 4 5 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jing Joe Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Mmmm, why in a Navy ship? been fraternizing lately with the Chinese navy? Watch this space folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 11 hours ago, snoop1130 said: “We believe that it is necessary to maintain normal friendly relations with all countries, and Russia is no exception here.” As the Russian destroyer graces Thai waters, talks emerge of a reciprocal visit by a Royal Thai Navy ship to Vladivostok. This hints at a shared interest in fostering robust ties between the two nations, underlining the significance of this diplomatic overture. I hope future FTA's with the EU go well for Thailand. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mfd101 Posted November 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2023 12 hours ago, snoop1130 said: a reciprocal visit by a Royal Thai Navy ship to Vladivostok. Hope they can find their way thru the great Pacific. Left hand down a bit! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mikebell Posted November 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2023 1 hour ago, Olav Seglem said: Admiral Panteleyev, has made waves with its visit to Thailand‘s Sattahip, A good trick for an admiral. He's only here looking for draft-dodgers. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herfiehandbag Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 I wonder if the crew will be allowed shore leave? And if so how many will disappear? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoner Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 would of loved to be there for the initial handshake.... comrade. comrade. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parallelman Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 Surprise visit? Might be for the locals but probably planned a while back. Looking for those '...lost drunken men who no longer care where they find themselves each morning' (Han, Enter the Dragon) 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 14 hours ago, snoop1130 said: setting the stage for a diplomatic dance between nations. Psst you wanna buy any ships or subs? we can make a deal just sign here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ujayujay Posted November 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2023 Disgusting🤢🤮 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballpoint Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 It's a win-win situation. A bunch of Russians get to defect, and Thailand gets a new boat. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrwest Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 11 hours ago, mikebell said: A good trick for an admiral. He's only here looking for draft-dodgers. I would think that, if so, the port of call would be Phuket or Samui. Still thinking that Putin & Co. could declare a need to protect Russian speakers in those locations … Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeN Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 14 hours ago, Colabamumbai said: Yup soon be recruiting Thais to fight their war. Nah, they can press gang all those young-ish Russian holiday makers in Pattaya, give them a free trip back to mother Russia. Their Black Sea fleet needs more manpower...and ships. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegman Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 On 11/24/2023 at 4:44 PM, newbee2022 said: Friendly relations are ok. But Russia is in an aggressive, brutal, barbarian war invading Ukraine killing civilians. I doubt it's a good decision to let them visit Thailand. 1m dead muslims in Iraq say pot calling kettle black. Since all those attributes also applied to the Americans should they not be unwelcome too? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post stoner Posted November 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2023 6 minutes ago, pegman said: 1m dead muslims in Iraq say pot calling kettle black. Since all those attributes also applied to the Americans should they not be unwelcome too? excuse me but those million people were killed in the name of democracy. huge difference. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bundooman Posted November 26, 2023 Share Posted November 26, 2023 On 11/25/2023 at 5:39 AM, Colabamumbai said: Yup soon be recruiting Thais to fight their war. Meanwhile maybe more than a few Russian Expat/refugee/war escapees/deserters and crapping themselves and carefully avoiding the area. Particularly if any of them are aware of the historical 'Press Gangs' of the Royal Navy. Now THAT would be interesting, wouldn't it? You can see the headlines, "Russian warship Press Gangs 300 refugees to be sent to the front line in Russia. Thailand insists it is a misunderstanding! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzian Posted November 26, 2023 Share Posted November 26, 2023 A kind of win-win. You can defect, and your parents and siblings and in fact everyone even remotely related to you back in Russia get entirely new lodgings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fondue zoo Posted November 26, 2023 Share Posted November 26, 2023 It would be a very different tune if Russia was actually next door. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Drake Posted November 26, 2023 Share Posted November 26, 2023 Prayuth handled this sort of thing better than Srettha. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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