webfact Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 THAI-US RELATIONSUS ambassador expected to be in place before Thailand has elected governmentBANGKOK: -- A new US Ambassador to Thailand is expected to be in place in Thailand even before the country has an elected government, Deputy Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai said on Thursday.The US is still in the process of appointing the new envoy to replace Kristy Kenney, Don said, dismissing speculation that it had delayed the dispatch because it is not happy with the political situation in Thailand."It is not unusual that there is a void period before a new envoy arrives to take office. Indeed Thailand has still not dispatched its new ambassadors to a number of countries as the processing is not yet complete," he added.Don also referred to a report that the new Thai Ambassador to the US, Pisarn Manawapt, had already paid a courtesy call on US President Barrack Obama, although he had yet to receive a report on the meeting."It is normal for a Thai ambassador to meet the leader of the country and talk about relations and cooperation," Don said."Many foreign countries appear to have a better understanding about Thailand. I'm not worried because relations and trade cooperation are still intact," he said."However, we must tackle and the problems of human trafficking, which is not acceptable to any countries, he said.Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/national/US-ambassador-expected-to-be-in-place-before-Thail-30254906.html-- The Nation 2015-02-26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Costas2008 Posted February 26, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted February 26, 2015 The lack of a new USA ambassador in Thailand is a major drawback. TVF members have not the opportunity to discuss the behaviour of the ambassadors pet as they were doing before with Kristy Kenney's cat. Hope the new one has got a dog.......like them more than cats. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Plowman Posted February 26, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted February 26, 2015 The lack of a new USA ambassador in Thailand is a major drawback. TVF members have not the opportunity to discuss the behaviour of the ambassadors pet as they were doing before with Kristy Kenney's cat. Hope the new one has got a dog.......like them more than cats. The military regime riding roughshod over peoples rights and freedoms, censoring all modes of communication, banning public meetings and setting up re-eductaion facilities is the major drawback! 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post chooka Posted February 26, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted February 26, 2015 No rush as I doubt there will be an election within the next 30 yrs or more 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chainarong Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> No rush as I doubt there will be an election within the next 30 yrs or more That soon Chooka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chainarong Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I think everyone here at TV is worldly enough to see the clear picture , I know in my place of origin if there is a change over, the new ambassador is stepping off the plane long before the other leaves. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomross46 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 The US ambassador that was cool Was Ito. He had his green MG and would tall every one he was not related to Judge Ito. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony5 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I have such a feeling that even a few US ambassadors will have passed the revue before Thailand has an elected government. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdinasia Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I think everyone here at TV is worldly enough to see the clear picture , I know in my place of origin if there is a change over, the new ambassador is stepping off the plane long before the other leaves. You must not be from the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rametindallas Posted February 26, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted February 26, 2015 The lack of a new USA ambassador in Thailand is a major drawback. TVF members have not the opportunity to discuss the behaviour of the ambassadors pet as they were doing before with Kristy Kenney's cat. Hope the new one has got a dog.......like them more than cats. A ferret would be more apropos to the behavior of the US embassy operations in Thailand. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeaconJohn Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 The lack of a new USA ambassador in Thailand is a major drawback. TVF members have not the opportunity to discuss the behaviour of the ambassadors pet as they were doing before with Kristy Kenney's cat. Hope the new one has got a dog.......like them more than cats. If the new guy has a dog it will probably be a pit bull. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blot Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Yeah!!!Right!!! Give me a trile! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koo wallety tourist Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 good riddance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 26, 2015 Author Share Posted February 26, 2015 US in process of naming new ambassadorThe NationBANGKOK: -- A new US ambassador to Thailand is expected to be in place before the country has an elected government, Deputy Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai said yesterday.The United States is still in the process of appointing the new envoy to replace Kristie Kenney, Don said, dismissing speculation that it had delayed the dispatch because it is not happy with the political situation in the country after the military seized power last year.It is not unusual that there is a void before a new envoy arrives to take office. Indeed, Thailand has still not dispatched its own new ambassadors to a number of countries as the processing is not yet complete, he added.Don was commenting on a report that the new Thai ambassador to the US, Pisarn Manawapt, had paid a courtesy call on President Barack Obama, though he has yet to receive a report on the meeting."It is normal for a Thai ambassador to meet the leader of the country and talk about relations and cooperation," Don said."Many foreign countries appear to have a better understanding about Thailand. I'm not worried because relations and trade cooperation are still intact."However, we must tackle the problems of human trafficking, which is not acceptable to any country," he said.Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/politics/US-in-process-of-naming-new-ambassador-30254958.html-- The Nation 2015-02-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 The lack of a new USA ambassador in Thailand is a major drawback. TVF members have not the opportunity to discuss the behaviour of the ambassadors pet as they were doing before with Kristy Kenney's cat. Hope the new one has got a dog.......like them more than cats. The military regime riding roughshod over peoples rights and freedoms, censoring all modes of communication, banning public meetings and setting up re-eductaion facilities is the major drawback! Yes, it is a shame that the USA has become an armed and occupied camp where police behave like an occupying army, people in peaceful assembly are gassed, beaten, shot and jailed. Where the NSA monitors all communication, and whistle blowers are hunted down and dispatched. Where the government can take anyone, lock them in Guantanamo with no due process, trial or hope of ever leaving ... and be tortured while imprisoned. Where it is normal to see people have the most amazing and unfortunate accidents, suicides and heart attacks just when they are ready to go to the press or Congress and tell the story the rich and powerful do not want told.. Sad days for America .. thanks for pointing that out. Happily, I woke up in the Kingdom, so it is going to be a great day ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klauskunkel Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 the new Thai Ambassador to the US, Pisarn Manawapt, had already paid a courtesy call on US President Barrack Obama, although he had yet to receive a report on the meeting Forget about receiving that report, envelope was opened by a Thai Post official hunting for cash... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emster23 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Heck, there probably will be a new US President before "elected government in place" in Thailand.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony5 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Don was commenting on a report that the new Thai ambassador to the US, Pisarn Manawapt, had paid a courtesy call on President Barack Obama, though he has yet to receive a report on the meeting. That is if there ever will be a report. Mister President it's the ambassador from that undemocratic country in SE Asia on the line. Doesn't matter, just tell him I'm in the bathroom and hang up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micmichd Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) The lack of a new USA ambassador in Thailand is a major drawback. TVF members have not the opportunity to discuss the behaviour of the ambassadors pet as they were doing before with Kristy Kenney's cat. Hope the new one has got a dog.......like them more than cats. I like elephants. Edited February 27, 2015 by micmichd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Baerboxer Posted February 27, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted February 27, 2015 I think everyone here at TV is worldly enough to see the clear picture , I know in my place of origin if there is a change over, the new ambassador is stepping off the plane long before the other leaves. You can't be from the UK then? The UK ambassador to KSA left when I was working there some years ago. The Charge d'Affaires ran things for some considerable time before a replacement was announced. But hey, feel free to make some political mileage out of nothing. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baerboxer Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Don was commenting on a report that the new Thai ambassador to the US, Pisarn Manawapt, had paid a courtesy call on President Barack Obama, though he has yet to receive a report on the meeting. That is if there ever will be a report. Mister President it's the ambassador from that undemocratic country in SE Asia on the line. Doesn't matter, just tell him I'm in the bathroom and hang up. Is it nice living in a world of fantasy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Bob Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I turned down the job that is why it's taken so long to get a replacement. I hated the idea of changing my retirement visa to a work visa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 The lack of a new USA ambassador in Thailand is a major drawback. TVF members have not the opportunity to discuss the behaviour of the ambassadors pet as they were doing before with Kristy Kenney's cat. Hope the new one has got a dog.......like them more than cats. The military regime riding roughshod over peoples rights and freedoms, censoring all modes of communication, banning public meetings and setting up re-eductaion facilities is the major drawback! yes but luckily this is not happening in Thailand. Re-education facility???? Censoring communications, you mean that system that Thaksin established? public meetings....at least no government thugs are shooting at public meetings like before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdinasia Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I turned down the job that is why it's taken so long to get a replacement. I hated the idea of changing my retirement visa to a work visa. No such thing as a work visa in Thailand. Ambassadors don't need work permits either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spermwhale Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 IF Thailand has an elected government. Nothing is certain as Prayut is rumored to be relishing his power. I had a date last night with a woman who works for the army and she was telling me about the rampant corruption in the army here... people bribing higher ups 300,000 baht each to be able to sit in officer candidacy exams. She said everyone vying for the 64 slots in the exam had to pay the same amount!!!!!!!! Never heard the "happiness" general ever talk about cleaning up the corruption in the military in his "drive" to root out corruption. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gandalf12 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 So the USA is sending another moron to try and mess things up. At least it will make for interesting crass remarks on TV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdinasia Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 IF Thailand has an elected government. Nothing is certain as Prayut is rumored to be relishing his power. I had a date last night with a woman who works for the army and she was telling me about the rampant corruption in the army here... people bribing higher ups 300,000 baht each to be able to sit in officer candidacy exams. She said everyone vying for the 64 slots in the exam had to pay the same amount!!!!!!!! Never heard the "happiness" general ever talk about cleaning up the corruption in the military in his "drive" to root out corruption. Strange, I have never heard of that claim.. I am not saying it is impossible but I have not heard of it. I have only lived on Army bases for a few years though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Bob Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> I turned down the job that is why it's taken so long to get a replacement. I hated the idea of changing my retirement visa to a work visa. No such thing as a work visa in Thailand. Ambassadors don't need work permits either That you for your wisdom and knowledge of Thai immigrations regulations, don't know what I do with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdinasia Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> I turned down the job that is why it's taken so long to get a replacement. I hated the idea of changing my retirement visa to a work visa.No such thing as a work visa in Thailand. Ambassadors don't need work permits either That you for your wisdom and knowledge of Thai immigrations regulations, don't know what I do with you. You're welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluespunk Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 "US ambassador expected to be in place before Thailand has elected government" As is the freezing over of hell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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