Popular Post webfact Posted March 20 Popular Post Share Posted March 20 United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Cameron arrives in Bangkok today in a bid to strengthen trade and economic ties between the politically beleaguered UK and the burgeoning Thailand. The former British prime minister intends to sign a UK-Thai strategic partnership roadmap on his inaugural visit to the Indo-Pacific region. This roadmap is designed to enhance collaboration on defence, healthcare, and climate initiatives between the two nations. The 57 year old Lord Cameron expressed his belief that collaboration with Bangkok would yield “jobs and growth back here” in Britain as he embarked on this journey. Following his engagements in Thailand, Cameron is scheduled to proceed to Australia for the annual Australia-UK ministerial consultations (AUKMIN). Thailand holds significant importance as a key partner for the UK in the Indo-Pacific region, which the UK has prioritised in its foreign policy agenda. Cameron emphasised Thailand’s crucial role in advancing peace and reconciliation in Myanmar, as well as in upholding international law and promoting regional cooperation. “South East Asia is a commercial powerhouse and Thailand is one of the biggest economies of the lot. Working with countries in this region means jobs and growth back here in the UK. “Thailand is a founding member of ASEAN and an influential player across the Indo-Pacific region. We will continue to work with them to address shared global challenges that affect us all – including the impacts of climate change, rapid technological development, and threats to global health.” The former UK Prime Minister, who controversially introduced a referendum to leave the EU during his tenure from 2010 to 2016, and earned the nickname “Dodgy Dave” from Labour MP Dennis Skinner due to his handling of the Panama Papers scandal, is set to highlight UK-Thailand defence cooperation during his visit to a military airbase. Here, he will inspect fighter jets assembled with British components, contributing over £300 million (13.7 billion baht) to the UK economy through exports. Additionally, Cameron will unveil the launch of a fund worth up to £6 million (275 million baht) aimed at promoting green growth in Thailand, focusing on sustainable transport and carbon pricing initiatives. The former Tory leader will collaborate with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to establish a UK-Thailand strategic partnership roadmap, as announced by the Foreign Office. This roadmap aims to enhance bilateral relations in defence, climate and energy, trade and investment, agriculture, digital technology, health, and education, particularly in anticipation of next year’s 170th anniversary of UK-Thai diplomatic ties. Following his engagements in Thailand, Cameron will proceed to Australia for the Aukmin summit, reported The Evening Standard. by Bob Scott TOP Picture of David Cameron with Benjamin Netanyahu courtesy of The Prime Minister of Israel Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-20 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 2 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quake Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 Oh look it's that little runaway, Cameron. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bob smith Posted March 20 Popular Post Share Posted March 20 (edited) 8 minutes ago, webfact said: United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Cameron arrives in Bangkok today which hotel is he staying at and is there a 7/11 nearby that stocks eggs in packs of 10? bob. Edited March 20 by bob smith 1 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jonclark Posted March 20 Popular Post Share Posted March 20 "Burgeoning Thailand" eh.... I thought Thailand was in an economic crisis, isn't that the reasoning behind the digital wallet and the PMs frequent request to the BoT to reduce interest rates. Or is the Thaiger once guilty of over stating the facts?? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Phil1964 Posted March 20 Popular Post Share Posted March 20 Politically beleagured UK?? More like politically corrupt and inept UK and politically inept and utterly corrupt Thailand. Perhaps Police Chief 'Big Joke' will land a position as Minister for UK National Security in Rishi Sunak's cabinet as one of the diplomatic gifts granted to Cameron before he leaves? 🤣 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post soalbundy Posted March 20 Popular Post Share Posted March 20 17 hours ago, jonclark said: "Burgeoning Thailand" eh.... I thought Thailand was in an economic crisis, isn't that the reasoning behind the digital wallet and the PMs frequent request to the BoT to reduce interest rates. Or is the Thaiger once guilty of over stating the facts?? Two countries in decline comforting each other. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko45k Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 14 minutes ago, soalbundy said: Two countries in decline comforting each other. You are half correct. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 18 hours ago, webfact said: United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Cameron arrives in Bangkok today in a bid to strengthen trade and economic ties between the politically beleaguered UK and the burgeoning Thailand. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted March 20 Share Posted March 20 18 hours ago, webfact said: “South East Asia is a commercial powerhouse and Thailand is one of the biggest economies of the lot What ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted March 20 Popular Post Share Posted March 20 18 hours ago, webfact said: The former Tory leader will collaborate with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to establish a UK-Thailand strategic partnership roadmap, as announced by the Foreign Office. This roadmap aims to enhance bilateral relations in defence, climate and energy, trade and investment, agriculture, digital technology, health, and education, particularly in anticipation of next year’s 170th anniversary of UK-Thai diplomatic ties Maybe Cameron can ask about the huge tariffs and luxury taxes imposed on imported goods? FTA ?? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jacko45k Posted March 20 Popular Post Share Posted March 20 2 minutes ago, hotchilli said: Maybe Cameron can ask about the huge tariffs and luxury taxes imposed on imported goods? FTA ?? I will have a word with Srettha, to ask Cameron why my pension is frozen! 2 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 30 minutes ago, jacko45k said: I will have a word with Srettha, to ask Cameron why my pension is frozen! Yeah, good idea... mine starts next year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
747man Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 4 hours ago, jacko45k said: I will have a word with Srettha, to ask Cameron why my pension is frozen! Do That M8 I'd be Obliged to get my 8 Years FROZEN Increases back..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 Cameron enters visa exempt yet still blantantly conducts business without a work permit. Conerned citizen alert! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimamey Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 It's amazing that he looks like the grown up in the Torys now. Sunak isn't bad and I wish he was better as he's from my home city but he's not really much of a politician, plus he's arrived at the wrong time. I wish Cameron luck but I think he was equally enthusiastic about China when he was PM. As for green investment, didn't he want to get rid of all the green crap? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kimamey Posted March 21 Popular Post Share Posted March 21 16 minutes ago, PETERTHEEATER said: Cameron enters visa exempt yet still blantantly conducts business without a work permit. Conerned citizen alert! They should have sent Boris. That would have avoided any suspicion of work. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimamey Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 9 hours ago, Phil1964 said: Politically beleagured UK?? More like politically corrupt and inept UK and politically inept and utterly corrupt Thailand. Perhaps Police Chief 'Big Joke' will land a position as Minister for UK National Security in Rishi Sunak's cabinet as one of the diplomatic gifts granted to Cameron before he leaves? 🤣 Big Jokes is something we've got a surplus of already 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nauseus Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 26 minutes ago, PETERTHEEATER said: Cameron enters visa exempt yet still blantantly conducts business without a work permit. Conerned citizen alert! Diplomatic passport and status. You'll have to think of something else. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimamey Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 4 minutes ago, nauseus said: Diplomatic passport and status. You'll have to think of something else. My earlier suggestion of sending Boris wouldn't work then. I'm not sure diplomacy is his thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenslegs Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 On 3/20/2024 at 12:15 PM, webfact said: Additionally, Cameron will unveil the launch of a fund worth up to £6 million (275 million baht) aimed at promoting green growth in Thailand, focusing on sustainable transport and carbon pricing initiatives. Glad to see our taxes being put to good use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Drake Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 On 3/20/2024 at 12:15 PM, webfact said: Thailand holds significant importance as a key partner for the UK in the Indo-Pacific region, which the UK has prioritised in its foreign policy agenda. The UK is a third tier country which is not part of the "Indo-Pacific region." 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beautifulthailand99 Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 46 minutes ago, PETERTHEEATER said: Cameron enters visa exempt yet still blantantly conducts business without a work permit. Conerned citizen alert! It's called diplomatic immunity and Cameron may have a diplomatic passport. https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2024-01-09/debates/24010944000008/DiplomaticPassportPolicy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 4 hours ago, nauseus said: Diplomatic passport and status. You'll have to think of something else. Yes, I know. My comment was in jest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 5 hours ago, kimamey said: It's amazing that he looks like the grown up in the Torys now. Sunak isn't bad and I wish he was better as he's from my home city but he's not really much of a politician, plus he's arrived at the wrong time. I wish Cameron luck but I think he was equally enthusiastic about China when he was PM. As for green investment, didn't he want to get rid of all the green crap? 'Sunak isn't bad and I wish he was better as he's from my home city' Bombay? 🤭🤭 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaggg88 Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 6 hours ago, John Drake said: The UK is a third tier country which is not part of the "Indo-Pacific region." Nonsense post. The UK has the 6th largest economy in the world. The article doesn't say the UK is in the 'Indo-Pacific region' it just says it sees Thailand as a significant partner in the 'Indo-Pacific region' 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Meeseeks Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 Strategic partnership. Stick that in your crumpet Brit Bashers! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonniePeverley Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 (edited) Keep him away from Phuket so he doesn't see the Russian situation on the island. Edited March 21 by DonniePeverley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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