Thailand PM Congratulates Donald Trump in Phone Call

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra had a telephone conversation with Donald Trump, congratulating him on his recent election victory.

 

She confirmed Thailand's willingness to collaborate with the United States. During the conversation, Trump conveyed his appreciation for the Prime Minister.

 

On November 19, 2024, Jirayu Huangsap, spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, stated that at 09.50 a.m., Prime Minister Paetongtarn spoke with Donald J. Trump, the newly elected President of the United States, from Government House.

 

She congratulated Trump on his election win and upcoming term in office.

The Prime Minister reassured him of Thailand's readiness to engage closely with the US. Both leaders expressed hope for a future high-level visit to exchange views, with Thailand ready to welcome President Trump.

 

Donald J. Trump expressed his appreciation and complimented Thailand's beauty. He showed interest in the current situation in Thailand and praised the Prime Minister's efforts, offering his support.

 

-- 2024-11-19

 

 

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Thai PM Paetongtarn Congratulates Trump; Eyes Stronger US-Thailand Alliance

 

 

Thailand's youngest-ever Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, ushered in a new diplomatic chapter today in a historic phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump. This development arrives on the cusp of Trump's presidential term and marks an assertive step towards reinforcing US-Thailand relations.

 

The call, held at 9.50am GMT, was marked by the Thai Premier's resounding congratulations to Trump, outlining an exciting vision for the countries' future collaboration. Government spokesperson Jirayu Huangsub disclosed details of the call, signalling the call's significance in Thailand's global outreach strategy.

 

Paetongtarn was emphatic in voicing Thailand’s ensemble readiness to work with Trump's impending administration. “Thailand is eager to foster high-level US engagements and visits" she expressed, extending an open invitation to President Trump personally. This considerate gesture signifies Thailand's keenness to host substantial diplomatic exchanges on its home turf.

 

President-elect Trump responded in kind, expressing admiration for the youthful Thai Prime Minister and her efforts echoed against Thailand's splendid landscapes. “Anything I can do, you just let me know,” exclaimed Trump, reflecting his eager anticipation of further diplomatic and economic ties.

 

 

Thailand enjoys a historical position as Washington's oldest treaty ally in Asia, wielding a unique influence in dictating regional security. This bond backs the annual joint military exercises held between the two nations, and Trump's response today promises to solidify these ties further.

 

This diplomatic move arrives at a crucial juncture. Trump's proposed tariffs on Chinese goods pave the way for potentially increased Thai exports to the US, Thailand's chief export recipient already. As the Asian trade landscape continues to change, Thailand's Commerce Ministry remains watchful of these shifts, keenly pursuing enhanced export-driven economic growth.

 

Today's historic conversation between these two national leaders showcases a promising outlook for a stronger, economically robust US-Thailand partnership.

 

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-- 2024-11-19

 

 

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