Last updated: June 24, 2022 *** Effective June 12, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) no longer requires air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight. Check the CDC website for additional ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Online Professional English Network offers 8-week, online university-level courses in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) developed by U.S. educational institutions. What courses are available? Developing and Teaching Academic Writing by Iowa State University *New* Creating and Implementing Online Courses (CIOC) by Arizona State University Fostering Student Motivation and Engagement (FSME) by University ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 June, 2022 | Topics: English Language Learning, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
The U.S. Embassy Bangkok seeks to enter into contracts with qualified, reliable firms with sufficient facilities, financing, and work experience for the products or services listed below. Please see below for more information, and if no solicitations are posted, please check back at another time. Thank you for your interest in working with the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 June, 2022 | Topics: embassy
Message for U.S. Citizens in Thailand (June 22, 2022) Recreational use of marijuana in public is illegal in Thailand Thailand made marijuana legal for medical purposes on June 9, 2022. However, according to a health directive announced in the Royal Gazette on June 14, anyone smoking cannabis and hemp in public for recreational purposes shall ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Complete the
DS-5535 Supplemental Questions for Visa Applicants (Word 56KB) and email to
visasbkk@state.gov . Include your full name and passport number in the subject line of the email. Please ensure the DS-5535 is sent as a Word document.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 June, 2022 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All, Visas
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy/Bangkok, Thailand (June 10, 2022) Location: Countrywide Event: As of June 12, 2022, the CDC order requiring all persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded. Starting at 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2022, the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News
Thailand, U.S. Host Senior Leader Dialogue General Chalermphon Srisawasdi, Chief of Defence Forces of the Royal Thai Armed Forces and Admiral John Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, held the first-ever 2022 U.S.-Thailand Senior Leader Dialogue (SLD) at Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters, Bangkok, June 8. General Chalermphon and Admiral Aquilino concluded the successful SLD ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 June, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Senior Leader Dialogue
Admiral John Aquilino, Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command to visit Thailand June 7-9 Admiral John Aquilino, Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, will visit Thailand June 7-9 to lead the United States side in the first U.S.-Thai Senior Leader Dialogue. Admiral Aquilino will also meet with counterparts from the Thai Ministry of Defense and the Royal Thai Armed ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 June, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
Statement on the Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana The American and Thai community of the U.S. Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand join the people of the Kingdom of Thailand in extending our warmest wishes on the joyous occasion of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana’s birthday anniversary on 3 June 2022. We wish ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 June, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, May 27, 2022
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
U.S. Navy Formally Hands Over Unmanned Aircraft System to the Royal Thai Navy GULF OF THAILAND – Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, Vice Admiral Karl Thomas presided over a ceremony to officially hand over the RQ-21A Unmanned Aircraft System to the Royal Thai Navy on May 24. The RQ-21A Blackjack is an unmanned and unarmed aircraft ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Expanding Maritime Partnership: Thailand, U.S. 2022 CARAT Exercise GULF OF THAILAND – Royal Thai and U.S. navies begin maritime training during the 28th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) exercise, May 23. Taking place in the Gulf of Thailand, the exercise highlights U.S. and Thailand’s cooperation to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific that ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CARAT
Ceremony Honors Fallen U.S. Service Member from World War II in Thailand Rayong — The United States repatriated recovered osseous material from the probable crash site of a United States aircraft lost over Lampang Province, 78 years ago during World War Two. The U.S. Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), which led the excavation mission, hopes ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 May, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: DPAA
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): YSEALI Enviro-Tech Regional Workshop Application Deadline: June 27, 2022 Description: The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement under the aegis of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) to develop and implement the YSEALI Enviro-Tech Regional Workshop – a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 May, 2022 | Topics: Alumni, News | Tags: YSEALI
USAID Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman and Acting Director-General of The Thailand International Cooperation Agency Wattanawit Gajaseni Discuss The Progress on Trilateral Cooperation Under TICA-USAID Strategic Partnership Friday, May 13, 2022 For Immediate Release Yesterday, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Administrator for Policy and Programming Isobel Coleman and Wattanawit Gajaseni, Acting Director-General, Thailand International ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 May, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: USAID
In-Person Summits Help U.S. and Thailand Advance Mutual Goals Today, the United States will kick off a series of high-level meetings with Thailand and its fellow ASEAN countries to strengthen our partnerships in the region and underscore the critical role ASEAN plays in creating a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. Senior officials from the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 May, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Call for Application Announcement Fall 2022 YSEALI Academic Fellowship U.S. Embassy Bangkok is now accepting applications for the Fall 2022 YSEALI Academic Fellowship. Candidates from Thailand interested in the topics of Civic Engagement, Environmental Issues, and Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development are invited to apply for this opportunity. There will be two Institutes on each ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 April, 2022 | Topics: Alumni, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
Vaccine Handover to Thailand under the Quad Vaccine Partnership Under the Quad’s flagship Vaccine Partnership, a consignment of COVID vaccines was handed over jointly by the Ambassador of India, H.E. Ms. Suchitra Durai, Ambassador of Australia, H.E. Mr. Allan McKinnon, Ambassador of Japan, H.E. Mr. Nashida Kazuya and the Chargé d’Affaires of the United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 April, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Statement by Press Secretary Jen Psaki on U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit APRIL 16, 2022 President Biden will host the Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Washington, DC on May 12 and 13 for a U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit. The Special Summit will demonstrate the United States’ enduring commitment to ASEAN, recognizing its central role in delivering sustainable ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 April, 2022 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News | Tags: ASEAN
Statement by Secretary Antony J. Blinken April 12, 2022 Thailand New Year – Songkran On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of the Kingdom of Thailand a healthy and prosperous year ahead as you celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year. The alliance and friendship between the United States and Thailand ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Songkran, Thai New Year
On April 7, 2022, the
Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute ‘s (ASMI) Southeast Asia regional representative conducted a restaurant seminar at The Surawongse Bangkok Marriott Hotel. Participants in the event included 25 restaurant managers and chefs who are buying or interested in using Alaska Seafood products in their restaurants. Ms. Kelly Stange, Agricultural Counselor of the U.S. Department of Agriculture ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 April, 2022 | Topics: Agriculture, Exclude
Online Professional English Network offers 8-week, online university-level courses in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) developed by U.S. educational institutions. What courses are available? Developing and Teaching Academic Writing Course by Iowa State University Creating and Implementing Online Courses by Arizona State University English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) by Ohio ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 March, 2022 | Topics: English Language Learning, Scholarships and Exchanges
Attributed to: General Ken Wilsbach, Commander Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) “I am extremely delighted to host the Royal Thai Air Forces (RTAF) Commander-in-Chief Air Chief Marshal Napadej Dhupatemiya and accompanying delegation for ACM Napadej’s first trip to the United States as the RTAF Commander-in-Chief. We look forward to a productive visit between USAF and RTAF ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
U.S. and Thailand Work Together in Search for Missing WWII Airman For Immediate Release March 3, 2022 Today, the U.S. government launched a joint U.S.-Thailand operation in search of an American pilot missing for more than 70 years. The airman, along with his P-38 aircraft, are believed to have gone down near Baan Mae Kua ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 March, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: DPAA
The 2022 International Writing Program (IWP) Fall Residency will be hosted by the University of Iowa in Iowa City from August 20 to November 8, 2022. The in-person program is now open for applications! The 2022 session will bring together 35 emerging and mid-career writers from around the world for an immersive twelve-week cultural exchange program. Although COVID ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, February 25, 2022
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE Joint Statement on the 2nd United States-Thailand Energy Policy Dialogue The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Thailand on the occasion of the 2nd United States-Thailand Energy Policy Dialogue. Delegations from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 February, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
The United States, the Royal Thai Government, and business leaders began a workshop today to exchange information on the importance of next generation Wi-Fi technology and the allocation of 6 GHz spectrum, which will not only make home Wi-Fi faster, but further strengthen Thailand’s position as a center of advanced manufacturing and industry innovation. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
FACT SHEET: Indo-Pacific Strategy of the United States “We envision an Indo-Pacific that is open, connected, prosperous, resilient, and secure—and we are ready to work together with each of you to achieve it.” President Joe Biden East Asia Summit October 27, 2021 The Biden-Harris Administration has made historic strides to restore American leadership in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 February, 2022 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, President of the United States | Tags: Indo-Pacific
U.S. Army and Royal Thai Army (RTA) paratroopers will participate in a joint Strategic Airborne Operation (SAO) landing at Fort Thanarat in Prachuap Khiri Khan following paratrooper training exercises hosted and fully funded by U.S. Army Pacific Command at Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM), Washington. The training exercise and SAO will be conducted with strict ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
United States Provides Thailand Additional Diagnostic and Vaccine Delivery Supplies to Combat COVID-19 For Immediate Release February 7, 2022 Today, the United States provided additional COVID-19 supplies worth more than $1.5 million (49.5 million baht) to help Thailand fight COVID-19. The Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Thailand, Michael Heath, handed over COVID-19 diagnostic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
The Community Engagement Exchange (CEE) Specialists Program is a unique program that provides continued leadership opportunities for U.S. government (USG) alumni or Thai civil society experts and connect them to a global network of engaged professionals and visionaries. CEE Specialists are civil society leaders from around the world with expertise in at least one of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 February, 2022 | Topics: Scholarships and Exchanges
Statement by President Joe Biden Marking One Year Since the Coup in Burma JANUARY 31, 2022 One year ago, the Burmese military denied the will of the people of Burma, overthrew the democratically elected government, and seized power in a coup d’etat. Since then, the regime has perpetrated countless brutal actions and committed unspeakable violence ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 February, 2022 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, President of the United States
A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, on the one year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar. On 1 February 2021, the military seized power in Myanmar, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 February, 2022 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News
United States and Thailand Inaugurate Elite Border Patrol Police Training Facility U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath and Police Major General Varayuth Sukhawat, Border Patrol Police (BPP) Deputy Commissioner, Royal Thai Police, presided over the unveiling of U.S.-funded enhancements to the Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Thai Border Patrol Police (BPP) training facility in Mae Taeng, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 January, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to
FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Overview Each year, the Julia Taft Fund awards grants of up to $25,000 USD per country with the goal of addressing gaps in refugee assistance, by issuing grants to local nonprofit organizations for quick-impact, time-limited projects. Grants are intended to address one-time needs or interventions, and/or respond to needs not addressed by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 January, 2022 | Topics: embassy, News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY BANGKOK, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Fiscal Year 2022 Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Bangkok FY2022 Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: 12-2021-1 Deadline for Applications: July 31, 2022 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Maximum for Each Award: $25,000 (Larger awards may be considered for specific circumstances) ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 January, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: NOFO, Notice of Funding Opportunity
Statement on the Visit of Thailand Chief of Defense Forces General Chalermpol Srisawasdi to the United States The United States welcomed the visit of the Royal Thai Armed Forces Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) General Chalermpol Srisawasdi from December 11-20. The visit was General Chalermpol’s first overseas trip since assuming the role of Chief of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
A Free and Open Indo-Pacific Secretary Antony J. Blinken December 14, 2021 Universitas Indonesia Jakarta, Indonesia MS KUSUMAYATI: Excellency, ambassadors, ASEAN Secretary General, Honorable Rector of Universitas Indonesia, and the chairperson of the U.S.-Indonesia Board of Trustees, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen: First of all, let’s praise our God Almighty for the blessings that we ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 December, 2021 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Events, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Indo-Pacific
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Wat Chaiwatthanaram Conservation Project in Ayutthaya 2022 Thai University Student Intern Program with World Monuments Fund as part of a grant from the Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Bangkok, Thailand Announcement The World Monuments Fund and the Thai Ministry of Culture’s Fine Arts Department, in partnership with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 December, 2021 | Topics: Culture, News | Tags: AFCP
Statement from State Department Spokesperson Ned Price Regarding the Cancellation of Secretary Blinken’s Visit to Thailand December 15, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai. The Secretary expressed his deep regret to the Foreign Minister that he would not be able to visit ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 December, 2021 | Topics: English Language Learning, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
On December 4-6, U.S. Embassy Bangkok partnered with Sisters Foundation to host a workshop to empower transgender human rights defenders (THRDs) in Thailand. Twenty-one THR activists participated in interactive activities to be better equipped to defend trans rights. The participants also created a timeline of the trans-women’s rights movement in Thailand. The workshop was facilitated ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 December, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, embassy, Events, Public Affairs
Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Liverpool, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, and Honolulu PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON DECEMBER 8, 2021 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to the United Kingdom, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Hawaii from December 9-17, 2021. Secretary Blinken will first travel to Liverpool, United Kingdom, December 10-12 to attend the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
On December 3, Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink was in Bangkok to strengthen the United States’ partnership with Thailand. Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink, who leads the State Department’s Bureau of East Asian and the Pacific Affairs, met with humanitarian partners, academics, and senior Thai officials, including National Security Council Secretary-General Gen. Supot Malaniyom, Minister of Natural Resources and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 December, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN Thailand National Day December 5, 2021 On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people of Thailand as you celebrate your National Day. In more than two centuries of friendship, the United States and Thailand have strengthened cooperation in all sectors, from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Thailand National Day
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New York Steakhouse, JW Marriott Bangkok U.S. Surf & Turf December 1-31, 2021
Butcher King Burger Butcher King Breakfast Challenge Burger U.S. T-Bone Steak December 1-31, 2021
DEAN & DELUCA Holiday Turkey Set November 15, 2021 – January 5, 2022
La Monita Taqueria Green Chicken Chiladas Nachos Wet Burrito December 1-31, 2021
25 Degree Burger Bar American Lunch Special Set ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 November, 2021 | Topics: Events
U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested secondary educators to apply to summer 2022 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators which will take place over the course of five weeks beginning in June 2022. Applicants can download the application form on the U.S. Embassy Bangkok website via this link
https://th.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/90/application-form-2022-susi-secondary-educators.docx Applications must be received at the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Study of the U.S. Institute for Secondary School Educators, SUSI
The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) provides a diverse group of emerging student leaders with a scholarship for one semester of non-degree academic study at a U.S. college or university. Global UGRAD is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State, and aims to recruit ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges
U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested scholars to apply for 2022 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs). This program is open to university faculty, scholars, and other related professionals. The program will be held on the following six themes in U.S. Studies: American Culture and Values Journalism and Media Religious Pluralism in the United States U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 November, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Study of the U.S. Institute for Scholars, SUSI
Today, the United States delivered one million life-saving doses of the Moderna mRNA vaccine to help Thailand fight COVID-19. Charge d’Affaires Michael Heath, Witchu Vejjajiva, Director-General of the Department of American and South Pacific Affairs, and Dr. Sophon Iamsirithavorn, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Disease Control attended the arrival ceremony at Suvarnabhumi Airport. This ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 November, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Tuesday, November 23, 2021
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 November, 2021 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
U.S. Embassy Partners with Thai Journalists Association Today U.S. Embassy Bangkok, in partnership with the Thai Journalists Association (TJA), kicked off a three-day seminar that explains U.S. foreign policy in the region and provides journalists with insight into the full range of U.S.-Thai bilateral cooperation. During the in-person media workshop, 20 journalists, selected from a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 November, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Journalists, Thai Journalists Association
From November 7-11, a Congressional Delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives led by Amerish Bera, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Chairman of the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation, visited Bangkok. The delegation met with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai and the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 November, 2021 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Political Affairs, U.S. & Thailand
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2022 Grants Program Funding Opportunity Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Bangkok, Thailand Announcement The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok and Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 October, 2021 | Topics: Culture, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Information for Applicants Application Deadline: Friday, January 7, 2022 Secondary school students from Thailand are invited to apply for participation in the Southeast Asia Youth Leadership Program (SEAYLP), which will take place in May 2022. The program will host 50 to 60 participants from ten countries in Southeast Asia that are members of the Association ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 October, 2021 | Topics: Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: SEAYLP, Youth Leadership Program
Statement on the Visit of Counselor Derek Chollet to Thailand State Department Counselor Derek Chollet, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of East Asia and Pacific Affairs Kin Moi and an interagency delegation visited the Kingdom of Thailand Oct. 18-19 for strategic discussions with senior Royal Thai Government officials and civil society leaders. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
United States Donates Vaccine Refrigerators to Help Thailand Fight COVID-19 The top American military officer for the Indo-Pacific and the Thai Minister of Public Health presided over a ceremony to celebrate the U.S. donation of 200 vaccine refrigerators to Thailand to support efforts to bring life-saving vaccines to the Thai people. The commander of U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Remarks by Admiral John C. Aquilino at the Ministry of Public Health Cold Storage mRNA Vaccine Refrigerator Donation Event October 12, 2021 (As prepared) Deputy Prime Minister and Health Minister Anutin, Chargé Heath, ladies and gentlemen: Sawasdee krab and thank you for the opportunity to be with you today here at the Ministry of Public ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
U.S. Embassy and Distinguished Guests Celebrate Start of Construction of New Building Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath and Director-General Witchu Vejjajiva of the Department of American and South Pacific Affairs, Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, together with other distinguished guests, broke ground today on a new Embassy annex that is emblematic of the U.S.-Thai relationship: rooted ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
USTDA Supports Electric Vehicle Transition in Thailand The U.S. Trade and Development Agency has awarded a grant to SCG International Corporation Co., Ltd. (SCG International), a wholly owned subsidiary of leading Thai conglomerate SCG, to advance the company’s ambitious decarbonization strategy. USTDA’s assistance will provide a roadmap to guide the electrification of vehicle fleets and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: USTDA
Joint Statement from Quad Leaders September 24, 2021 We, the leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States, convened today in person as “the Quad” for the first time. On this historic occasion we recommit to our partnership, and to a region that is a bedrock of our shared security and prosperity—a free and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 September, 2021 | Topics: News
Fact Sheet: Quad Leaders’ Summit September 24, 2021 On September 24, President Biden hosted Prime Minister Scott Morrison of Australia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, and Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga of Japan at the White House for the first-ever in-person Leaders’ Summit of the Quad. The leaders have put forth ambitious initiatives that deepen ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 September, 2021 | Topics: News
Quad Principles on Technology Design, Development, Governance, and Use September 24, 2021 The Quad countries (Australia, India, Japan, and the United States of America) affirm that the ways in which technology is designed, developed, governed, and used should be shaped by our shared democratic values and respect for universal human rights. Technology should make the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 September, 2021 | Topics: News
Remarks by President Biden, Prime Minister Morrison, Prime Minister Modi, and Prime Minister Suga at Quad Leaders Summit East Room SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 2:09 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, let me begin by saying I’m honored to welcome Prime Minister Morrison, Prime Minister Modi, and Prime Minister Suga and — to the White House for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 September, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 September, 2021 | Topics: English Language Learning, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
New Partners’ Group to Build Upon U.S., Thai Success to Counter Wildlife Trafficking Bangkok, September 23, 2021 – A wide range of partners—including donors, international and regional bodies, and government and conservation organizations—aim to develop a partners’ group to more effectively collaborate and align planned counter wildlife trafficking investments in the region for greater impact. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 September, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: USAID
The AWE program was established by the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) in 2018 to focus on women and economic empowerment. The program provides women entrepreneurs around the world with tools, resources, and networks to fulfill their economic potential, creating conditions for increased stability, security, and prosperity. For more information ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 September, 2021 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Academy for Women Entrepreneurs
In recognition of World Car-Free Day on September 22, 2021, Chargé d’ Affaires Michael Heath and Management Counselor J. Kent Stiegler walked to work with Embassy personnel from the Management Office. The U.S. Embassy Bangkok Green team held the event to encourage both Thai and American staff to actively participate in the global movement to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: World Car-Free Day
Human Trafficking Research Initiative – Request for Expressions of Interest
Apply Here Human Trafficking Research Initiative – Request for Expressions of Interest Application Guidelines Human Trafficking Research Initiative – Learning and Research Agenda Effective with the release of this announcement, the Human Trafficking Research Initiative (HTRI) invites researchers, policymakers, and implementing organizations to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) to measure the impact of counter-trafficking programs. HTRI welcomes proposals to assess counter-trafficking interventions across the “4 Ps” of trafficking ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 September, 2021 | Topics: News
United States and Thailand Expand Maritime Partnership Demonstrating the strength of our partnership and our shared commitment to ensuring a free and open maritime security environment, the United States and the Kingdom of Thailand conducted joint naval training during the 27th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) exercise, which took place from September 6-10. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CARAT
U.S. Embassy Begins Construction of New Annex In August 2021, the United States began construction of a new annex on the existing U.S. Embassy Bangkok compound, which will support the continued expansion of U.S.-Thai diplomatic, security, and commercial relations and strengthen our ties with the Thai people. Expected to be completed in 2025, the new ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 31 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
The 40th iteration of Exercise Cobra Gold, co-sponsored by Thailand and the United States, took place from August 3 to 13, 2021 and encompassed several virtual and in-person events throughout Thailand. As one of the world’s longest running international exercises, Cobra Gold supports a free and open Indo-Pacific and ensures effective responses to regional crises. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Cobra Gold
USAID and TICA Expand Development Cooperation, Look to Provide Assistance to Other Countries in Asia For immediate release The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) expanded development cooperation between the U.S. Government and the Royal Thai Government during a signing ceremony for a $5 million Strategic Partnership. Through ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: USAID
Readout of Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meeting with Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the UN Spokesperson Olivia Dalton: U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield met with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha of Thailand today in Bangkok. Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield and Prime Minister Prayut reaffirmed the enduring strength of the U.S.-Thai alliance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 August, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
Telephonic Press Briefing with Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield: Thank you, Justin, and thank you all for joining me here today. I want to start with a few brief reflections on my vitally important trip to Japan and Thailand. Over the past week, I worked on strengthening crucial ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 August, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
Message from Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath in Honor of The 89th Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, August 12, 2021 The United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand extends our warmest wishes to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty’s birthday. We wish Her ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 August, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Readout of Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meetings with Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai and National Security Council Secretary-General Nattaphon Narkphanit The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the UN Spokesperson Olivia Dalton: U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield met in Bangkok today with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 August, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield Med Park Hospital Vaccination Center August 10, 2021 Sa-wat-dee-kaa. Good morning. I am here today, as President Biden’s representative, to reaffirm our commitment to the Thai people during this unprecedented global health crisis. The United States has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Thailand for over 200 years. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 August, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, August 6, 2021
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 August, 2021 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
Event: New Website to Pre-Register for COVID-19 Vaccine The Thai Government has informed the U.S. Embassy that it has just opened a new website for U.S. citizens and other expatriates to pre-register for the COVID-19 vaccine. This program is run by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Using the link below, you may pre-register by ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Location: Bangkok, Thailand Event: Pre-Register to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Please be informed that U.S. citizens should monitor the website below for updates regarding pre-registration for COVID-19 vaccinations. The website will be updated as more vaccines and hospitals enter the program. For pre-registration information, please click on this link:
https://thailandintervac.com/public.php Please Note: By registering with this website, your information is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 31 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
1.5 Million Pfizer Vaccine Doses, Donated by the United States, Arrive in Thailand Today, the United States donated 1,503,450 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to Thailand. This historic shipment, which reaffirms U.S. support to our oldest ally in Asia, arrived at Suvarnabhumi airport this morning. We are also proud to confirm that the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: COVID-19, Vaccine
Message from U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Michael G. Heath on the Occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s 69th Birthday, July 28, 2021 The United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand extends our warmest congratulations on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s birthday. For over 200 years, the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Location: Bangkok, Thailand Event: COVID-19 Vaccine Opportunity for U.S. Citizens – July 17, 2021 The Thai Government has informed the U.S. Embassy that it is offering U.S. citizens in Thailand the opportunity to be vaccinated with the AstraZeneca vaccine at 4 p.m. this Sunday July 18, 2021 at SCG Headquarters in Bang Sue area of Bangkok. (See location map ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
United States Plans to Donate Vaccines to Thailand The President of the United States announced a plan to deliver 80 million safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines to countries in need around the world. Thailand will receive a share of safe and effective vaccines from this world-wide donation. The United States is sharing these vaccines to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: COVID-19
Online Professional English Network offers 8-week, online university-level courses in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) developed by U.S. educational institutions. What courses are available? English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) by Ohio University Fostering Student Motivation and Engagement (FSME) by University of Oregon Teaching Grammar Communicatively (TGC) by World Learning- SIT ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 June, 2021 | Topics: English Language Learning, Scholarships and Exchanges
The Mekong – U.S. Partnership Heroes Series: Building a Bright Future for the Mekong Meet Kru Tee, Teacher, Guardian, and Defender of the Mekong River The Mekong – U.S. Partnership promotes the stability, peace, and sustainable development of the Mekong sub-region through collaboration among Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam with support from the United States. Programs directed ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Mekong - U.S. Partnership Heroes Series
The USPTO Attaché, in cooperation with multiple stakeholders, launched the “Go for Real” public awareness campaign to address online intellectual property rights (IPR) violations. The campaign included video-clip contests and webinars on IP protection and enforcement. A total of 94 video clips were submitted for the contest, and several hundred and members of the public ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath opened the Pride Month Webinar and Public Forum “Equal Marriage: Legal and Social Implications” on June 25. This event, organized by a group of YSEALI alumni Thailand, was part of U.S. Embassy Bangkok’s celebration of Pride Month, and featured legislators, lawyers, academics, and LGBTQI+ activists who are working toward equal marriage ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
U.S. Welcomes the Return of Ancient Lintels The U.S. government welcomes the return of two 11th century stone lintels to Thailand, marking the end of a four-year effort on behalf of the United States and Thailand to bring these items home. “These two lintels are visible symbols of Thai culture and history, and the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 June, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
United States Boosts Thailand’s Ability to Fight Wildlife Crimes The U.S.-sponsored Asia-Pacific Judicial Symposium on Best Practices in Environmental Courts and Adjudication, held online from June 17 to 18, 2021, brought together dozens of regional and global judicial leaders and experts to advance environmental jurisprudence in the region. Thailand is currently drafting its own rules ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, Press Releases
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (June 7, 2021) Location: Thailand Event: Vaccine Registration for Foreign Nationals Opens Today – June 7, 2021 The Department of Disease Control (DDC) launched an official website (
http://thailandintervac.com ) for foreign nationals in the Bangkok and Pattaya areas to register for free vaccinations. Other provinces have also launched vaccination campaigns targeting ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
U.S. Embassy Bangkok partners with Duang Prateep Foundation to stop the spread of COVID-19 June 4, 2021 – U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath, together with U.S. Embassy Bangkok Senior Defense Official Colonel Wayne Turnbull, visited the Duang Prateep Foundation in Klong Toey to donate COVID-19 relief supplies. This donation to the Foundation, under the leadership ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: COVID-19
Location: Thailand Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Statement on the Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana The American and Thai community of the U.S. Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand join the people of the Kingdom of Thailand in extending our warmest wishes on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana’s birthday anniversary on 3 June 2021. We wish ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
Statement on the Visit of Deputy Secretary Wendy R. Sherman to Thailand Deputy Secretary of State Wendy R. Sherman visited the Kingdom of Thailand June 1-2 for strategic discussions with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai, and representatives from international organizations. The Deputy Secretary reiterated the U.S. commitment to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
United States Celebrates Young Leaders of Digital Literacy in Thailand For Immediate Release Friday, May 28, 2021 BANGKOK, Thailand – Yesterday, the United States Government, together with Facebook Thailand and DAI, awarded the
Wai Kid Digital Challenge grand prize to a team of five students from Suranaree University of Technology. Through creative 90-second
videos , the winning teams raised the importance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: USAID
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, May 28, 2021
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Auction
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (May 25, 2021) Location: Thailand Event: Vaccine Registration for Foreign Nationals Opens June 7 The Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) announced on May 21 that registration for the Royal Thai Government’s (RTG) mass vaccination campaign, which includes foreign nationals, will begin June 7, 2021. Vaccinations given through this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE Seventh U.S.-Thailand Strategic Dialogue Senior delegations representing the United States and Thailand met virtually on May 21, 2021 for the Seventh U.S-Thailand Strategic Dialogue. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Atul Keshap led the U.S. delegation, and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Thani ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: U.S.-Thailand Strategic Dialogue
Last update: May 12, 2021 Q: I am a permanent resident permit holder in Thailand. What happens if I cannot return to Thailand due to COVID travel-related restrictions? A: For an alien who has been permitted to take up residency in the Kingdom in accordance with Section 48 of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979) ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
STRONG WOMEN, BETTER WORLD The U.S. Department of State and espnW Global Sports Mentoring Program (GSMP) welcome your application to the 2021 virtual exchange program that aims to empower women and ensure a more stable society worldwide. An in-person program will follow in 2022. The program will leverage digital platforms to engage delegates in group ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 April, 2021 | Topics: News
U.S. and Thai Governments Engage Private Sector to Chart Energy Future The United States and Thailand identified new areas for bilateral collaboration in the energy sector during a virtual “Private Sector Engagement Event” held on April 27. Convened under the bilateral “Energy Policy Dialogue” mechanism established October 27 last year, the event brought together leading ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 April, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 26, 2021) Location: Thailand Event: Temporary Closures, Restrictions, and Fines The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has ordered numerous business venues and gathering places deemed high-risk for spreading COVID-19 to close from April 26, 2021 to at least May 9, 2021. The full list of closures can be ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 12, 2021 Thailand Songkran 2021 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I wish the people of the Kingdom of Thailand good health and happiness on the occasion of Songkran, the Thai New Year. As we have faced unprecedented global challenges over ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Songkran, Thai New Year
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 12, 2021) Location: Thailand Event: Inter-provincial Travel Restrictions Imposed in Various Provinces Although the government of the Kingdom of Thailand has not officially banned inter-provincial travel, 37 provinces have announced entry restrictions and will require those seeking entry to either monitor their health or self-quarantine for 14 days. The Ministry of Interior has published a Thai-language ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: English Language Learning, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
Statement by Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath: Supporting the Asian-American and Pacific Islander Community As a descendant of Japanese-American relatives who were sent to internment camps during World War II, I am painfully aware of the impact of discrimination against Asian-Americans. The hate and harassment we’ve seen targeting Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders have no place in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Chargé D’Affaires, News
Statement by Secretary Antony J. Blinken March 22, 2021 World Water Day Water is an invaluable resource that we rely on for nearly everything we do. Reliable access to water underpins health, economic opportunity, and security in every country, and ensuring global access to safe and adequate water for basic needs is now more important ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 March, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: World Water Day
Remarks by Ambassador Atul Keshap, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, at the Mekong-U.S. Partnership Track 1.5 Policy Dialogue Opening Plenary MARCH 18, 2021 As prepared The Mekong Matters It is an honor to speak at this event, the first in this important Dialogue series, where we hear from voices in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 March, 2021 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, Press Releases
On March 6-7, USG alumni organizing team visited Chiang Mai to conduct the Digital Safety Creator Camp. Thirty-five students from Chiang Mai and nearby provinces attended the two-day workshop at Faculty of Mass Communication, Chiang Mai University. This workshop aims at raising awareness about the threat of fake news on social media and demonstrating how ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 March, 2021 | Topics: Alumni, Chiang Mai, Events, News
Happy April Fools! สุขสันต์วันโกหก! #รักดอกจึงหยอกเล่น ติดตามข่าวสารและคอนเท้นท์สนุกๆ อื่นๆ จากสถานทูตสหรัฐฯ ได้ทางช่องทางโซเชียล
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 March, 2021 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All, U.S. & Thailand
The United States and Royal Thai Governments celebrate World Wildlife Day on March 3 noting that a joint awareness campaign has helped reduce the demand for ivory and tiger products in Thailand by more than half. Research conducted by the U.S. Agency for International Development and Thailand’s Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 March, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: World Wildlife Day
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath and Ministry of Digital Economy and Society Permanent Secretary Ajarin Pattanapanchai kicked off a three-day workshop on March 3, 2021 on cybersecurity and data protection standards for nearly 800 Thai and U.S. government and private sector participants. The event, which leverages U.S. technology and private sector expertise, will help advance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: cybersecurity, data protection
February 24, 2021 – The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of U.S. Embassy Bangkok donated life-saving COVID-19 relief supplies to Thailand at an event at the Thai Ministry of Public Health today. U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath, together with CDC-Thailand Country Director Dr. James Heffelfinger, joined MOPH Deputy Permanent Secretary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CDC, COVID-19
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Wat Chaiwatthanaram Conservation Project in Ayutthaya 2021 Thai University Student Intern Program with World Monuments Fund as part of a grant from the Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Bangkok, Thailand Announcement The World Monuments Fund and the Thai Ministry of Culture’s Fine Arts Department, in partnership with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 February, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, News | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Bangkok, February 9, 2021 – The United States government, together with Facebook Thailand and DAI, is working with nearly 400 Thai university students to promote digital literacy, critical thinking, online identity security, and positive online communications. Building on Facebook’s successful ‘We Think Digital Thailand’ program, the Wai Kid Digital University Challenge invited youth from six ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Effective January 26, the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will require all air passengers entering the United States to present a negative COVID-19 test (a viral detection test for SARS-CoV- 2 approved or authorized by the relevant national authority), taken within 72 hours of departure. Airlines must confirm the negative test result for all passengers before boarding. Airlines must deny ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 January, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: COVID-19
COVID-19 Test Requirement for Travel to the United States Effective January 26, 2021, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is
expanding the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States. Air passengers are required to get a
viral test (a test for current infection) within the three calendar days before their flight to the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
REMARKS AMBASSADOR ATUL KESHAP, PRINCIPAL DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS FRIENDS OF THE MEKONG POLICY DIALOGUE JANUARY 12, 2021 Thank you Assistant Minister Nguyen Van Thao and Vietnam for co-chairing this first Policy Dialogue under the new Mekong-U.S. Partnership and Friends of the Mekong. And allow me to wish everyone a happy new ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 January, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: Indo-Pacific
Location: Samut Sakhon and Bangkok, Thailand Event: COVID-19 outbreak in Samut Sakhon. Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has announced an outbreak of COVID-19 cases originating in Samut Sakhon province. As of December 19, the number of confirmed cases was 538. Isolated cases related to the outbreak have been reported in Bangkok. Police checkpoints have been set up in Samut Sakhon to monitor and control vehicle traffic to and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: English Language Learning, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
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OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 The United States, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam reaffirmed their long-standing relationship by launching the Mekong-U.S. Partnership on September 11. The United States announced plans, working with the U.S. Congress, to increase support for the autonomy, economic independence, good governance, and sustainable growth of Mekong partner countries, noting that upholding these values ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 December, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Fact Sheets
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO The Kingdom of Thailand’s National Day On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I extend best wishes to the government and people of Thailand as you celebrate your National Day. The United States is proud of our partnership and alliance with Thailand and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, Thailand National Day
Remarks for Thailand National Day by Under Secretary for Political Affairs, David Hale December 5, 2020 It is my honor to greet you on occasion of the National Day of the Kingdom of Thailand. This is an opportunity to reflect on the enduring strength of the American-Thai alliance. This year marks the 187th anniversary of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 December, 2020 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Thailand National Day
A Video Message from U.S. Senator Ladda Tammy Duckworth (Illinois) on Thai National Day 2020 Sawasdee kha. Hi everyone, it’s Senator Tammy Duckworth here to wish all of my Thai friends a very Happy National Day, this December the 5th. I’m so proud of the Thai-U.S. relationship. I think of myself as a symbol of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 December, 2020 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Thailand National Day
Location: Bangkok, Thailand – Ratchaprasong Intersection, near the Erawan Shrine and Central World Shopping Center Event: U.S. Embassy Bangkok informs U.S. citizens a protest is planned tomorrow, November 21, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at the Ratchaprasong Intersection near Erawan Shrine and Central World Shopping Center in central Bangkok. The protest location is also near the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Bangkok, Thailand – Ratchaprasong Intersection, near the Erawan Shrine and Central World Shopping Center Event: U.S. Embassy Bangkok informs U.S. citizens a protest is planned today, November 18, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. at the Ratchaprasong Intersection near Erawan Shrine and Central World Shopping Center in central Bangkok. The protest location is also near the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre for Indo-Pacific Business Forum Panel Discussion “Business Opportunities and Outlook in the Mekong Countries” Introduction Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the panel discussion ‘Business Opportunities and Outlook in the Mekong Countries.’ I am Michael George DeSombre, U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand. It is a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: IPBF
Inaugural United States-Thailand Energy Policy Dialogue Joint Press Statement The following text was released by the Governments of the United States and Thailand: Representatives from the United States and Thailand convened for the inaugural United States-Thailand Energy Policy Dialogue in a virtual format on October 27. Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources Francis R. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand
Ambassador Michael George DeSombre presented his Letters of Credence to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Kingdom of Thailand at a ceremony held at Ambara Villa, Dusit Palace on October 25, 2020.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 October, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors
Ambassador Michael George DeSombre’s Closing Remarks Indo-Pacific Virtual Conference on Strengthening Governance of Transboundary Rivers I would like to start by thanking Satu Limaye and the organizers at the East-West Center, Assistant Secretary Stillwell and my colleagues at the State Department, and of course you all – experts from across Asia and beyond – who ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 October, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches
The Mekong River, Mekong Sovereignty, and the Future of Southeast Asia REMARKS
DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS INDO-PACIFIC CONFERENCE ON STRENGTHENING TRANSBOUNDARY RIVER GOVERNANCE VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE OCTOBER 15, 2020 (As Prepared) Thank you to Satu Limaye and the East-West Center, and thank you to all who are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 October, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Speeches | Tags: Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Environment, Water
Location: Bangkok, Thailand – Various locations in Bangkok Event: U.S. Embassy Bangkok informs U.S. citizens of political gatherings planned for this weekend, October 17-18, 2020 at various locations throughout Thailand. Reports indicate that these gatherings may take place with little or no notice of location or time. The Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTS) locations in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Bangkok, Thailand – Ratchaprasong area in the Pathunwan District Event: U.S. Embassy Bangkok informs U.S. citizens of a planned political gathering today, October 15, 2020 at 04:00 pm in the area of Ratchaprasong Intersection near the Erawan Shrine and Central World Shopping mall in the Pathumwan district of Bangkok. U.S. government personnel have been ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Turbocharging Thailand’s Post-COVID Economic Recovery – Improving the Ease of Doing Business By British Ambassador to Thailand Brian Davidson U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre Australian Ambassador to Thailand Allan McKinnon PSM German Ambassador to Thailand Georg Schmidt The COVID-19 pandemic has exacted a devastating health and economic toll worldwide. In Thailand, the public ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 October, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
Location: Bangkok, Thailand – Democracy Monument in Bangkok – (Ratchadamnoen Avenue, Wat Bowon Niwet, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand) Event: U.S. Embassy Bangkok informs U.S. citizens of a planned political gathering at the Democracy Monument in Bangkok, on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 14:00. Reports indicate the gathering could involve a sizable crowd of participants. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
People use online tools for everything from work to banking to healthcare. That means more information than ever before is at risk to cyber criminals who can steal your identity, use “ransomware” to hold your information hostage, or empty your bank accounts. Here are five tips to protect yourself online: 1. Exercise healthy suspicion when ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 October, 2020 | Topics: Science & Tech | Tags: cybersecurity
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service and leading U.S. food trade alliances organized USA pavilion welcomed all domestic food importers, wholesalers, distributors, food processors, retailers, and culinary professionals to enjoy and explore a wide range of high-quality U.S. products. Anyone who missed the show can view the USA pavilion tour by Russ ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 October, 2020 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, Exclude
Celebrating a Shared History of Religious Freedom By U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre As an American who has lived overseas and raised my family abroad, I have been able to see my country more clearly and appreciate the freedoms enshrined in our Constitution. One of the most important of these freedoms is freedom ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
Building the Mekong-U.S. Partnership By U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre Having worked in the business world for over 20 years, I understand well the paramount importance of trusted partners in coming together to achieve a common goal. Whether you are negotiating a high-stakes business deal or building a regional power grid, success hinges ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
In response to the recent dissemination, by a blogsite dedicated to purveying disinformation, of photos taken years ago during the tenure of the prior U.S. Ambassador to Thailand, the U.S. Embassy would like to issue the following statement: Ambassadors and Embassy personnel regularly meet with a broad cross section of Thai nationals, not just with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 September, 2020 | Topics: embassy, News, Press Releases
As of October 1, 2020, the United States Embassy and Consulate General in Thailand resumed routine nonimmigrant visa services. While Embassy Bangkok and Consulate General Chiang Mai aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to backlogs. The MRV fee is valid ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Visas
Location: Bangkok, Thailand – MBK BTS Station Skywalk Event: U.S. Embassy Bangkok informs U.S. citizens of a planned political gathering at the BTS Skywalk near the MBK Shopping Center in Bangkok, today, Saturday, August 22, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. Reports indicate the gathering could involve a sizable crowd of participants. The Royal Thai Police plan to deploy officers in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Na-ma-sa-gan. Thank you to the Venerable Professor Dr. Phra Rajapariyatkavi for your warm welcome, for sharing your beautiful campus with me, and for inviting me to speak to you all today. Thank you also to Vice Rector Phra Ajaan Sawai Chotiko and his team for arranging my visit. I am deeply honored to be President ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches, U.S. & Thailand
U.S. citizens can still use the mailing system through the U.S. Embassy Bangkok and U.S. Consulate General Chiang Mai to mail voting materials for run-off elections. Please follow the instructions below to make sure your ballot is submitted properly and on time to be forwarded to your district office. The U.S. Embassy and U.S. Consulate ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 August, 2020 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Bangkok, Thailand – Democracy Monument Event: The U.S. Embassy Bangkok informs U.S. citizens of a planned political gathering Sunday, August 16, 2020 at Democracy Monument in Bangkok beginning at 17:00. Reports indicate the gathering could involve a sizable crowd. Plan ahead for the possibility of traffic and other potential disruptions in downtown Bangkok. Although ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Message from U.S. Ambassador Michael George DeSombre in Honor of The 88th Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, August 12, 2020 On behalf of the United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand, I extend our warmest wishes to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother for health, happiness, and prosperity on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, August 14, 2020
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 August, 2020 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Auction
From the air, I could see the mighty Mekong snaking through the jungle, its light-brown waters contrasting with the green canopy of the mountains that come almost to the river’s edge. Even from a helicopter hundreds of feet above the ground, it was impossible not to be awed by the river, and I feel lucky ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
Location: Thailand Event: Royal Thai Government Approves Effective Visa Extension to September 26, 2020 Royal Thai Government Approves Effective Visa Extension to September 26, 2020 On July 29, the Royal Thai Government officially approved a grace period until September 26, 2020 for persons in Thailand in temporary visa status (of all visa types) to depart the country. The measure was published on that date in the Royal Thai ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Message from U.S. Ambassador Michael George DeSombre on The Occasion of the 68th Birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua July 28, 2020 On the occasion of the 68th birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, the United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand offers our most sincere congratulations. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Upholding the Sovereign Rights of All By U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre As the world focuses on the fight against COVID-19, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is exploiting others’ distraction to extend its bullying campaign in the South China Sea. The tactics of coercion, subversion and disinformation used in the South China ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 24, 2020 – Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and FDA Commissioner Stephen M. Hahn, M.D., issued the following statement regarding food export restrictions pertaining to COVID-19: “The United States understands the concerns of consumers here domestically and around the world who want to know that producers, processors and regulators are taking every ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 July, 2020 | Topics: Agriculture, Exclude, News
General James C. McConville, the Chief of Staff of the United States Army , visited the Kingdom of Thailand July 9 -10. General McConville met with General Apirat Kongsompong, Commander in Chief of the Royal Thai Army and was joined by Ambassador Michael George DeSombre for a meeting with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to discuss the strategic partnership between our nations. General McConville and General Apirat signed the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Location: Thailand Event: Royal Thai Government Extends State of Emergency and Incoming International Flight Ban until July 31; Kingdom of Thailand Permits Entry for Certain Classes of Foreign National Visitors Royal Thai Government Extends State of Emergency and Incoming International Flight Ban Until July 31 On June 30, the Royal Thai Government officially extended the national state ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Congratulatory Message on the 70th Anniversary of the Fulbright Educational Exchange Program in the Kingdom of Thailand July 1, 2020 by H.E. Mr. Vijavat Isarabhakdi Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand and Chairman of the Board, Thailand-United States Educational Foundation and H.E. Mr. Michael George DeSombre, Ambassador of the United States to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 July, 2020 | Topics: Education, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Fulbright
Online Professional English Network offers 8-week, online university-level courses in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) developed by U.S. educational institutions. What courses are available? English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) by Ohio University Teaching Grammar Communicatively by World Learning- SIT Grad Institute Integrating Critical Thinking into the Exploration of Culture in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: English Language Learning, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Regional English Language Office, RELO, TESOL
Statement on the Auspicious Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana On behalf of the American and Thai community of the United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand, the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok extends our warmest congratulations on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana’s birthday. We wish Her Majesty great health ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 June, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (May 29, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Royal Thai Government Approves Entry for Non-Thai Nationals with Work Permits; Information on Provincial Travel Restrictions; Frequently Asked Questions Royal Thai Government Approves Entry for Non-Thai Nationals with Work Permits On May 28, the Royal Thai Government (RTG) announced that non-Thai nationals who either ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (May 27, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Royal Thai Government Extends National State of Emergency; Beware Malware Associated with Fake Thai Chana System; Frequently Asked Questions Royal Thai Government Extends Emergency Decree Until June 30, 2020 On May 26, the Royal Thai Government (RTG) decided to extend the national state of emergency ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, May 29, 2020
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 May, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
Safe, Reliable, Secure and Cost-Effective Supply Chains Belong in Thailand By U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre “You only find out who is swimming naked when the tide goes out,” the famous investor Warren Buffett once said. Unfortunately, the tide went out for global companies in early 2020 as they were slammed by the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, News, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (May 18, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Civil Aviation Authority Extends Bans on Incoming Flights; Phuket Airport Remains Closed; Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Updates – Curfew Hours Changed CAAT Extends Ban on Incoming International Flights Until June 30 On May 15, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) announced the
extension until June ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (May 15, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Phuket International Airport Resumes Operations May 16; Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Phuket International Airport Resumes Operations The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) announced the Phuket International Airport will resume operations at 00:01 on May 16, 2020. The ban on incoming international flights into Thailand ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 12, 2020 As President Trump has said, the United States is working with our friends and partners around the world to coordinate our efforts on stopping the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States values our cooperation with allies and partners in combatting the pandemic and in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News | Tags: #IndoPacific, COVID-19, Global Health, Partnership
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (May 8, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Reminder of Travel Restrictions and Visa Situation There has been no new significant information regarding the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Thailand since our April 30, 2020 Health Alert. We provide the following reminders regarding the current travel and visa situation: Phuket Airport to Remain Closed The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 30, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Phuket Airport to Remain Closed Until May 15 Phuket Airport to Remain Closed The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) announced the Phuket International Airport will remain closed until May 15. If you are a U.S. citizen currently in Phuket, please fill out this voluntary
survey . This will help ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
U.S. Provides Additional Covid-19 Support to Increase Thailand’s Case Identification, Rapid Response FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BANGKOK, THAILAND, April 28, 2020 – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has committed an additional $1.5 million to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in the Kingdom of Thailand. In coordination with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: COVID-19, USAID
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 29, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Domestic Flights to Resume Under Strict Guidelines; State of Emergency; Automatic Visa Extensions; Incoming International Flight Ban Domestic Flights to Resume Under Strict Guidelines The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has announced new guidelines for the operation of domestic flights within Thailand that affect passengers. The key ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 28, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: National State of Emergency Officially Extended; Additional Flights from Surat Thani Airport Beginning May 1; Samui Airport Set to Resume Bangkok Route May 15 National State of Emergency/Nation-wide Curfew Officially Extended to May 31 Today, the government spokesperson announced that the Cabinet has decided to extend to May ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 27, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Automatic Visa Extensions; Ban on Incoming International Flights Extended Further; National State of Emergency Likely to be Extended to May 31; Availability of Critical Medicines in Thailand Automatic Visa Extensions In Effect April 24 On April 24, automatic, additional visa extensions for all types of non-immigrant (i.e. temporary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
The United States and ASEAN Are Partnering To Defeat COVID-19, Build Long-Term Resilience, and Support Economic Recovery PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 22, 2020 Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are enduring strategic partners as we respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and plan for economic recovery. We commit ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: COVID-19, Health
U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON APRIL 22, 2020 Today, Secretary Pompeo launched the U.S.-ASEAN Health Futures initiative. Health Futures captures our existing and ongoing work with ASEAN on public health and lays the groundwork for long-term partnership, targeted assistance, and a renewed focus on our most fundamental resource – the health ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Fact Sheets, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: COVID-19, Health
U.S. Partnerships in the Mekong English: Thai:
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All
Saving the Mekong, the Economic Lifeblood of an Entire Region By U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre I first heard about the beauty of the Mekong River (or Mae Nam Khong) long before I moved to Asia. American and Thai people share a common respect for our rivers. I grew up near the Mississippi ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
Statement by Secretary Pompeo on the Occasion of Ramadan On behalf of the American people, I extend my best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world as they mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time of introspection, service, and compassion. In the United States, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Ramadan
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 22, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Thai Government Extends Temporary Visas Until July 31, 2020 Thai Government Extends Temporary Visas Until July 31 On April 21, the Royal Thai Government approved automatic visa extensions for foreign nationals whose visas expire between 30 April 2020 and 31 July 2020. Visas will be extended automatically until ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 21, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: KLM Ceases Operations Until April 30 and JAL Reduces Flights KLM Ceases Operations Until April 30 and JAL Reduces Flights to Twice Per Week KLM announced today the airline will cease operations from Bangkok until after April 30. JAL plans to reduce daily flights from Bangkok to twice ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 20, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: VietJet to Stop Service from Krabi Airport to BKK VietJet Ceasing Service to Krabi Airport VietJet Air announced it is halting flights between Krabi Airport and Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) until May 1, 2020. There are no flights out of Krabi Airport until after April 30. The following major airports ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
UPDATE 4/17/2020: The Internal Revenue Service urges U.S. taxpayers to beware of telephone calls and email phishing attempts regarding COVID-19. These can lead to tax-related fraud and identity theft. Taxpayers should also look out for suspicious websites, text messages, and social media messages that request money or personal information. For more information, please see the Internal ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 16, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Departing from Southern Thailand Departing from Southern Thailand The following major airports are closed: Phuket International Airport (April 10-30), Koh Samui Airport (April 7-30). There are available routes from southern Thailand to Bangkok. For those in Phuket, the airport is closed until April 30, and the land ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 15, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Ban on Incoming International Flights Extended Until April 30; Transportation Out of Thailand CAAT Extends Ban on Incoming International Flights Until April 30 Today, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) announced the
extension until 30 April 2020 of the ban on incoming international flights. The extension will likely ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 14, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Updates to Thai Northern Province Travel Restrictions Thai Domestic Travel Restrictions Options for forms of domestic travel (including airplanes, buses, public vans, and trains) are also decreasing throughout Thailand. This week there is an average of two flights per day from Chiang Mai International Airport to Bangkok. In ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 13, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Reminder: National State of Emergency; Transportation Out of Thailand REMINDER: National State of Emergency On March 25th, the Royal Thai Government declared a national state of emergency, effective March 26th, in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in Thailand. Most restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues are closed ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 10, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Details on Automatic Extension of Tourist Visas; Phuket Travel Restrictions Automatic Extension of Tourist Visas On April 8, the Royal Thai Government approved and implemented automatic visa extensions for foreign nationals (including U.S. citizens) whose visas expire between March 26 and April 30, 2020. Visas will be extended automatically until ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Statement by Morgan Ortagus Spokesperson Washington, DC April 9, 2020 Thailand New Year – Songkran On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I wish the people of the Kingdom of Thailand well as you mark Thailand’s New Year on April 13. Our two countries have enjoyed a profound friendship for over 200 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Songkran, Thai New Year
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 9, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Further Details on Automatic Extension of Tourist Visas; Phuket Travel Restrictions Growing Automatic Extension of Tourist Visas On April 8, the Royal Thai Government approved and implemented automatic visa extensions for foreign nationals (including U.S. citizens) whose visas expire between March 26 and April 20. Visas will be ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 8, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Automatic Extension of Tourist Visas; Transportation Out of Thailand; Flight Options from Phuket; Suspension of All Passport Services, Except Emergency Passports Tourist Visas Expiring on/after March 26 Extended The Ministry of Interior announced today that tourists (including U.S. citizens) who hold visas expiring on or after March 26 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 7, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Flight Options From Phuket; Incoming International Flight Ban Until April 18; Suspension of All Passport Service, Except Emergency Passports Phuket International Airport Closure The Provincial Government of Phuket confirmed the
closure of the Phuket International Airport from 12:01 a.m. on April 10 to 11:59 p.m. on April 30, 2020. There are two domestic flights ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Tackling COVID-19: The Latest Challenge for U.S.-Thai Health Cooperation By U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre This year, World Health Day (April 7) falls during a particularly solemn time, as humankind grapples with the worst disease pandemic of the past 100 years. Each day brings a sobering update of the rising death toll ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, COVID-19, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 6, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Incoming International Commercial Flights Banned Until April 18, 2020 CAAT Extends Bans On All Arriving International Commercial Aircraft Until April 18, 2020 The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has extended its prohibition on all international commercial passenger flights until 11:59 p.m. on April 18, 2020. Still permitted ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 4, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Incoming Commercial Flights Banned from 4-6 April 2020; Nation-wide Curfew In Effect; Phuket Hotels Closed Starting April 4 CAAT Bans All Arriving Commercial Aircraft from 4-6 April 2020 The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has issued a notification prohibiting all regularly scheduled commercial aircraft from flying to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – Information on Repatriation Flights – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 3, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: International commercial flight options currently exist in Thailand. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government has ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 3, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Nation-wide Curfew In Effect; Phuket Hotels Closed Starting April 4 Nation-wide Curfew Beginning April 3, a
nation-wide curfew is in effect from 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.. Except for emergency medical care and travel to and from the airport, U.S. citizens should remain in their residences and hotel rooms during those ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 2, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Nation-wide Curfew Announced; Bangkok Parks; Increasing Provincial Border Closures; Phuket Airport to Close Operations Next Week (Book Departure Flights Now); Hotel Closures Nation-wide Curfew Today the Prime Minister’s office announced a nation-wide curfew from 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., beginning on April 3. Except for emergency medical care, U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
SPECIAL BRIEFING MARCH 30, 2020 MS WALSH: So our first question will to go Straits Times, Nirmal Ghosh. QUESTION: Good morning, Mr. Secretary. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning. QUESTION: Can you hear me? SECRETARY POMPEO: Yes, I can hear you just fine, sir. QUESTION: Right. Nirmal Ghosh, Straits Times. Thank you very much. How do you see U.S.-China relations ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: COVID-19, Global Health, Humanitarian Aid
FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MARCH 31, 2020 As the leader in the global health and humanitarian response to COVID-19, the United States has acted swiftly to support our ASEAN partners in combating the COVID-19 virus. Since the outbreak began, the U.S. government has provided approximately $18.3 million in emergency health and humanitarian assistance to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Fact Sheets | Tags: COVID-19, Global Health, Humanitarian Aid
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 1, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: No Transit Through Thailand; Possible Automatic Extension of Thai Visas; Phuket Airport Closure; Mae Hong Son Border Closure; Hotel Closures; Foreign Nationals Must Pay for COVID-19 Treatment Transit Airline Passengers Now Barred From Entering Thailand Effective April 1, the Royal Thai Government (RTG) expanded the ban on foreign nationals entering Thailand to include transiting ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (March 30, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Border Closures Throughout Southern Thailand; Transit Temporary Health Certificate Exemption Ending on March 31; Flights Out of Thailand Further Reduced Border Closures in Southern Thailand Several provincial governments in southern Thailand announced the closure of their borders –prohibiting entry by land and sea ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (March 29, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: Phuket Closures and Curfew, CDC Issues Global Level 3 Travel Warning, Flights Out of Thailand Phuket Closures The Tourism Authority of Thailand announced that Phuket Province is requesting all residents and tourists remain in their residence
from 8:00 pm to 3:00 am and has announced
closures of beaches, zoo and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand – March 27,2020 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Event: U.S. Embassy Messages, Bus Ticket Sales, The Emergency Decree Legislation, Checkpoints, Flights Out of Thailand Why Am I Receiving This Message? As part of the effort to get as much information as possible to U.S. citizens, the State Department is extending departure ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (March 26, 2020) Location: Bangkok, Thailand Event: Information on the State of Emergency, a Message from U.S. Ambassador Michael DeSombre, Thai Travel Ban, Available Flights Out of Thailand, and U.S. Embassy Consular Operations State of Emergency: On March 25, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha declared a state of emergency, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (March 21, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: The Royal Thai Government (RTG) has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. U.S. citizens who are considering returning to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
In an Op-Ed published in Thai press on March 21, 2020, Ambassador Michael George DeSombre calls on the People’s Republic of China to save lives, not save face. The celebrated American author Mark Twain once said, “A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting its boots on.” That statement is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador | Tags: Ambassador DeSombre's Op-Eds, Op-Ed, Op-Ed by the Ambassador
BANGKOK, THAILAND, March 20, 2020 — The United States Government announced nearly $2 million in funding from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to expand U.S. support for Thailand in response to the global spread of COVID-19. This support builds upon ongoing USAID and other U.S. Government investments in health development, particularly those aimed ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: COVID-19, USAID
I would like to thank the Deputy Secretary for his kind words. Your leadership of the Department is exemplary. It has been a true pleasure getting to know you these last months and I look forward to further working with you and your team. I would like to particularly thank my parents, Eugene and Nancy, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (March 15, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 145,000 reported cases worldwide. The government of the Kingdom of Thailand has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: COVID-19
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya — U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Michael George DeSombre joined Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Thai Ministry of Culture Dr. Yupha Taweewattanakitborvon, Governor of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Panu Yaemsri, and the Ministry of Culture’s Department of Fine Arts Deputy Director-General Aroonsak Kingmanee, for the inauguration of a new phase of the restoration of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Application Deadline: April 30, 2020 The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for activities under the “Building Air Quality Monitoring Capacity in Southeast Asia” project that intends to strengthen local capacity to monitor air quality and expand awareness of air quality issues among decision ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Air Quality, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, NOFO, Notice of Funding Opportunity
BANGKOK, THAILAND, March 9, 2020 — United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Regional Development Mission for Asia Mission Director Peter A. Malnak handed over personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Ministry of Public Health in Nonthaburi today as part of the United States’ assistance to Thailand to respond to novel coronavirus disease COVID-19, first ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: COVID-19, USAID
U.S. Ambassador Michael George DeSombre and Gen. Pornpipat Benyasri, Thailand’s Chief of Defense Forces, presided over the Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise and Closing Ceremony of Cobra Gold 2020, the largest multilateral exercise in the Indo-Pacific region. Lt. Gen. H. Stacy Clardy, commander of III Marine Expeditionary Force, also joined the events. Cobra Gold 2020 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News | Tags: cg20, CG2020, FriendsPartnersAllies
Ambassador Michael George DeSombre participated as the U.S. co-chair at the Humanitarian Civic Action Site 4 Dedication Ceremony on March 5 at Ban Krang (Phra Khao Chaiyasit) School in Phitsanulok. He joined Thai co-chair Royal Thai Armed Forces Chief of Staff Gen. Chalermphon Srisawasdi, Singaporean co-chair Ambassador Kevin Cheok, and III Marine Expeditionary Force Commander ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News | Tags: cg20, CG2020, FriendsPartnersAllies
Please join us in welcoming Ambassador Michael George DeSombre and his family to Thailand. You can follow Ambassador on Twitter at
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Thailand
THAILAND 02.25.2020 Story by Theanne Herrmann Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance PHITSANULOK PROVINCE, Kingdom of Thailand — The third annual Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Tabletop Exercise, as part of the 39th annual Thai, U.S. co-sponsored Cobra Gold Exercise, commenced with an opening ceremony in Phitsanulok Province, Thailand, Feb. 24. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 March, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CG2020, Cobra Gold
HAT YAO, THAILAND 02.28.2020 Courtesy Story U.S. Army Pacific Public Affairs Office HAT YAO BEACH, Kingdom of Thailand — Roaring overhead, a pair of Royal Thai Air force F-16 Fighting Falcons flew over the designated beach as U.S. and Thai forces moved from ship to shore in an integrated beach landing. The Kingdom of Thailand ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 March, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CG2020, Cobra Gold
PHITSANULOK, THAILAND 02.25.2020 Story by 1st Lt. Timothy Hayes U.S. Army Pacific Public Affairs Office PHITSANULOK PROVINCE, Kingdom of Thailand — Royal Thai Gen. Pornpipat Benyasri, Royal Thai Armed Forces defence forces chief, Michael Heath, U.S. Embassy in Thailand chargé d’affaires, and Maj. Gen. Pete Johnson, U.S. Army Pacific deputy commander, led the opening ceremony ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 March, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CG2020, Cobra Gold
THAILAND 02.24.2020 Story by 2nd Lt. Daniel Kuhn U.S. Army Pacific Public Affairs Office PHITSANULOK, Kingdom of Thailand – Engineers with the Royal Thai and U.S. Armed Forces, along with service members from several other nations, continued construction on multipurpose facilities for seven local schools across the Kingdom of Thailand in support of Exercise Cobra Gold ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 March, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CG2020, Cobra Gold
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, February 29, 2020
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 February, 2020 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Auction
Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath and General Pornpipat Benyasri, Thailand’s Chief of Defense Forces, presided over the February 25 opening ceremony for Cobra Gold 2020, an annual, multilateral exercise co-hosted by Thailand and the United States. Maj. Gen. Pete Johnson, U.S. Army Pacific Deputy Commander, joined CDA Heath at the ceremony. 2020 marks the 39th iteration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CG2020, Cobra Gold
We note the Thai Constitutional Court’s decision on February 21 ordering the dissolution of the Future Forward Party. The United States strongly supports democratic governance around the world, and appreciates Thailand’s recent seating of a democratically elected government. While the United States does not favor or support any particular political party in Thailand, more than ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 February, 2020 | Topics: embassy
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE FEBRUARY 7, 2020 This week the State Department has facilitated the transportation of nearly 17.8 tons of donated medical supplies to the Chinese people, including masks, gowns, gauze, respirators, and other vital materials. These donations are a testament to the generosity of the American people. Today, the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Mike Pompeo and Alex Azar: Our coronavirus response is protecting Americans How we mobilize resources around the world to help other nations fight the disease is American altruism at its finest. Michael R. Pompeo and Alex M. Azar II Opinion contributor February 11, 2020 The first duty of the federal government is to keep our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 February, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Hawaiian ukulele musician Daniel Ho and hula teacher Keali’i Ceballos were in Thailand last week and conducted workshops and concerts with students and Thai guest musicians in Phuket, Phang-nga, Khon Kaen and Bangkok from February 1-8, 2020. In Phuket, “Aloha Phuket: Hawaiian Festival” was held at Baan Ar-Jor on February 1 to celebrate 200 years of U.S.–Thai Friendship. The event was attended ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
The Embassy of the United States of America in Bangkok stands with the people of Thailand, saddened by tragic events in Nakhon Ratchasima. We offer our deepest condolences to the victims and their friends and families.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 February, 2020 | Topics: embassy
By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 January, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All
Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath delivered remarks on the U.S. Indo Pacific Strategy to the current cohort of students at Thailand National Defence College. His remarks touched on the central pillars – Security, Governance, Economic Development – of America’s commitment to Thailand and the Indo-Pacific region. The group was comprised of senior Thai government officials including ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 January, 2020 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Indo-Pacific
There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Enroll in the
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive travel alerts. Actions to Take: Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in locations frequented ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Embassy invites your company to join our upcoming business delegation to Cambodia and Laos, on February 4-7. Our target participants to join the delegation include: U.S. manufacturers and suppliers of agricultural and agribusiness products Local distributors/representatives of U.S. products Scope of products and services: seeds, fertilizers and pesticides, agro-processing equipment, animal and aquaculture feed, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 December, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, East Asia & Pacific, Events, News
On December 18th U.S. Marines; Sgt Michael Dou, Sgt Nicholas Jackson, Cpl Kyle Peterson, LCpl Emmanuel Moreno and LCpl Delious Bullock visited the Duang Prateep Foundation in Bangkok. As part of the Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” program, the Marines personally handed out over 200 toys to 150 Thai children. All the toys were donated ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: toys for tots
Nine Thai journalists participated in a U.S. Embassy Bangkok-supported Indo-Pacific Reporting Tour hosted by the East-West Center from December 7-14, 2019 in Honolulu, Hawaii. The participants had an opportunity to discuss military and security issues with experts at the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies; as well as disaster preparedness and management ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 December, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
On behalf of the government of the United States of America, I offer my warm wishes to the people of Thailand as you celebrate your National Day on December 5. For more than 200 years, the United States and Thailand have strengthened the friendship and spirit of partnership between our nations. The U.S.-Thai alliance supports ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, Thailand National Day
The U.S. Embassy Bangkok, in partnership with
TK Park Satun เทศบาลเมืองสตูล and the Satun Municipality Office, proudly present the “Participatory Community Mural Project: Unity and Harmony in Satun”. Under the guidance of American-born mural artist Xaivier Ringer, local students expressed pride and happiness in living in their communities, with splashes of refreshing creativity. The U.S. Embassy Bangkok is delighted ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: #USMuralsInThailand
(THAILAND, 18 Nov 2019) On Monday, the Royal Thai Armed Forces’ Strategic Studies Center of the National Defence Studies Institute began their inaugural Senior Security Studies Course in Bangsaen, Chonburi. The intensive one-week course for senior Thai security sector leaders emphasizes the impact of change in the region as well as capacities to manage change ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Remarks at Joint Vision 2020 Signing Ceremony by Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper November 17, 2019 Ministry of Defense, Bangkok Minister Prayut – Thank you for welcoming me here to the Kingdom of Thailand on my first visit to your country as Secretary of Defense. I greatly appreciate Thailand’s role in hosting this year’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 November, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: joint vision 2020
Joint Vision Statement 2020 for the U.S. – Thai Defense Alliance The 21st century U.S. Department of Defense – Ministry of Defence of the Kingdom of Thailand defense treaty alliance enables stability, prosperity and sustainability in the Indo-Pacific region in support of an inclusive and rules-based international order Joint Vision Statement 2020 advances the 2018 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 November, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand
On November 14-16, the EducationUSA Thailand team travelled to Khon Kaen and Maha Sarakham provinces. In Khon Kaen, the team conducted a presentation for high school students at Kanlayanawat School on the U.S. scholarship application process. The team also organized a workshop for more than 20 high school counselors in the Northeastern region at the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 November, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, Events, News
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, November 16, 2019
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, News | Tags: Auction
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Stilwell Visits Thailand U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David R. Stilwell arrived in Bangkok on November 1, 2019 to begin a four-day visit of bilateral meetings with Thai government officials and civil society organizations, as well as bilateral and multilateral meetings with regional partners ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 November, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, News, Press Releases
President Trump Announces the United States Government Mission to the United States-Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit and East Asia Summit Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the United States participation in the United States-Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit and the East Asia Summit in Bangkok, the Kingdom of Thailand, from November 3 to 4, 2019. The President ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Events, News, President of the United States | Tags: East Asia Summit, U.S. & ASEAN, US-ASEAN Summit
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2020 SMALL GRANTS Program Funding Opportunity Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Bangkok, Thailand Announcement The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2020 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2020 LARGE GRANTS Program Funding Opportunity Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Bangkok, Thailand Announcement The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2020 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Information for Applicants Application Deadline: Tuesday, December 24, 2019 Secondary school students from Thailand are invited to apply for participation in the Southeast Asia Youth Leadership Program (SEAYLP) which will take place in April 2020. The program will host 50 to 60 participants from countries in Southeast Asia that are members of the Association of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 October, 2019 | Topics: Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: SEAYLP, Youth Leadership Program
Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: September 30, 2019 United States Hosts 2019 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Summit in Phuket: Advancing Partnership for Sustainability The U.S. Department of State will host the 2019 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit in Phuket, Thailand from September 29 to October 3, 2019. The leadership summit will bring together ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 September, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Events, News | Tags: YSEALI, YSEALI Summit
Chargé d’affaires Michael Heath, Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Robert Post, and John Bernlohr, Management Counselor spearheaded a campaign to raise awareness to the constantly rising pollution level in Bangkok by taking part in World Car Free Day. Members of the mission joined them by walking, riding alternative modes of transportation, carpooling or biking to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News
On September 21, 2019 Chargé d’affaires Michael Heath, his wife Michelle, daughter Nathalie; Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Robert Post, and Mr. Denis Pesut; and John Bernlohr, Management Counselor, led over 90 Mission Personnel and Eligible Family Members who volunteered to attend the Clean Up the World event at the Ramada Plaza Menam Hotel. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Environment, Events, News
On September 20, the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Accounting Agency (DPAA) hosted U.S. Embassy officers and staff at the Embassy’s Sala Thai for National Prisoner of War / Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Recognition Day. Royal Thai Air Force, Air Chief Marshal General Sakpinit Promthep attended the ceremony and Khun Ratchneeyakorn Songyoo gave the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News | Tags: POW/MIA
The Community Solutions Program (CSP), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and implemented by IREX, provides community leaders from around the world with an intensive, professional development exchange program in the United States from August to December 2020. CSP fellows gain valuable experience in community work and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 September, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Education | Tags: Community Solutions Program, CSP
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, September 7, 2019
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 September, 2019 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Auction
Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath gave a keynote address at the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) September 5, during a ceremony to commemorate the heroics of those involved in the Seri Thai Movement during World War II. Key activities for the event include a nationwide student quiz competition, essay competition, and picture contest depicting the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Free Thai Movement, Seri Thai
The United States was pleased to take part in the second U.S.-Thailand Civil Space Dialogue hosted by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI) in Bangkok on August 21-22, 2019. The Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Soranit Siltharm, opened the Dialogue followed by remarks by John Breidenstine, the Embassy’s Minister Counselor for Commercial ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 August, 2019 | Topics: Science & Tech, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: civil space dialogue
FACT SHEET USTDA & Blue Solar Grant Signing Ceremony August 14, 2019 Blue Solar Project: A USTDA grant is funding a feasibility study for the Thai energy developer Blue Solar Co., Ltd. (“Blue Solar”) to support the development of a solar photovoltaic (PV) project with an integrated energy storage system located in Suphan Buri Province, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 August, 2019 | Topics: Business, Fact Sheets, News, U.S. & Thailand
Message from U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond In Honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s 87th Birthday August 12, 2019 The United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand extends our warmest wishes to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty’s birthday. We wish Her Majesty ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 August, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I’m pleased to congratulate the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Secretariat on the 52nd anniversary of the founding of ASEAN on August 8. Throughout its history, ASEAN ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 August, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ASEAN, U.S. & ASEAN
With a population of 650 million, average GDP growth of five percent nearing $3 trillion, and a young, tech-savvy demographic, the ten ASEAN countries make up one of the world’s most dynamic regions. Over the past 42 years, the United States and ASEAN have worked together to promote peace, stability, and prosperity. The U.S.-ASEAN relationship ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 August, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Fact Sheets
The Mekong Matters to America The Mekong region – Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam – is strategically important to the United States. The region is a focus of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy, and integral to our engagement with ASEAN. The United States aims to uphold sovereignty, transparency, good governance, ASEAN centrality, and a rules-based order, in conjunction ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 August, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Fact Sheets
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SIAM SOCIETY BANGKOK, THAILAND AUGUST 2, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Peter, thank you for the kind introduction. I also want to thank the Siam Society and your president for hosting me. I know too we have many prominent businesspeople here in the room with us today. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 August, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, South & Central Asia, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ASEAN, U.S. & ASEAN
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE CENTARA GRAND BANGKOK, THAILAND AUGUST 1, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, Foreign Minister. Thanks for hosting here today, and I want to congratulate also Foreign Minister Don on a successful year at Thailand’s chairmanship. As Secretary of State, a key part of my mission is to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 August, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ASEAN, U.S. & ASEAN
REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE CENTARA GRAND BANGKOK, THAILAND AUGUST 1, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Foreign Minister. I want to thank you, Thailand, for hosting this special ministerial marking a decade of the Lower Mekong Initiative. The United States has been a proud partner for those whole 10 years, and thanks to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 August, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: LMI, Lower Mekong Initiative
Message from U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond On The Occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s 67th Birthday July 28, 2019 The United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand extends our warmest congratulations on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s birthday. We extend our good wishes in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 July, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY MORGAN ORTAGUS, SPOKESPERSON The United States Reaffirms our Enduring Relationship with ASEAN On the 10th anniversary of the accession of the United States to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia, the United States celebrates our flourishing strategic partnership with ASEAN. The close relationship ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 July, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: ASEAN, U.S. & ASEAN
Statement by Secretary Pompeo The New Government of the Kingdom of Thailand The United States looks forward to working with the newly formed Royal Thai government to deepen the alliance and partnership between our two nations, building upon over two centuries of friendship between our people. We support transparency and good governance around the world ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
On July 5th, Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond and Mrs. Dusadee Haymond visited the Princess Chulabhorn College in Loei province where the CDA gave a talk to 431 high school students about his experiences as a diplomat over the last thirty years. On July 6th, the CDA also attended the opening ceremony of the Phi Ta ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 July, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Chargé d’Affaires Peter M. Haymond attended the Cyclotron Rigging Ceremony, held at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital on June 20, 2019. The ceremony was presided over by H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sinrindhorn, Executive Vice-President of the Thai Red Cross Society, operator of the hospital. Varian’s Proton system is a revolutionary and innovative cancer treatment with highest conformity which ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 July, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Science & Tech, U.S. & Thailand
U.S. Independence Day Celebration Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond Good evening. In keeping with this year’s Hawaiian luau theme, I’d also like to say to all of our guests, aloha. Distinguished guests, ambassadors, colleagues, ladies and gentlemen – Mahalo nui loa. Thank you all very much for joining Dusadee and I and all of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 July, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Independence Day
Funding Opportunity Title: YSEALI Economic Empowerment Regional Workshop Funding Opportunity Number: 19-BKK-NOFO-2 Deadline for Applications: July 31, 2019 CFDA Number: 19.040 Total Amount Available: $250,000 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION U.S. Embassy Bangkok announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to design and implement a six-day workshop (inclusive of arrival and departure days) in Bangkok ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 July, 2019 | Topics: News
The 25th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Thailand were held at Sattahip Naval Base in Chonburi from May 29 – June 8. It featured more than a dozen ships and aircraft from the U.S. Navy, notably the Boeing P-8 Poseidon, and those from the Royal Thai Navy engaged in the training. The entire ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Members of the U.S. Embassy Bangkok community honor the memory of Ambassador John Gunther Dean who passed away on June 6, 2019 at the age of 93. Ambassador Dean served as the U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand from 1981 to 1985. Ambassador Dean dedicated his life and career to public service, serving in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 June, 2019 | Topics: embassy, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News
As we celebrate LGBT Pride Month and recognize the outstanding contributions that LGBT people have made to our great Nation, let us also stand in solidarity with the many LGBT people who live in dozens of countries worldwide that punish, imprison, or even execute individuals on the basis of their sexual orientation. My Administration has ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 June, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Pride
We are pleased to announce the launching of the ASEAN Youth Social Journalism Contest 2019 exploring the theme of “the importance of responsive and transparent government in their day-to-day lives, promoting the ideals of fairness, equity, and transparency in their communities and at the ASEAN regional level”. This contest is supported by the U.S. Government ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: ASEAN
On behalf of the American and Thai community of the United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand, the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok extends our warmest congratulations on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana’s birthday. We wish Her Majesty great health and happiness. The United States of America and Kingdom of Thailand ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 31 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
For Immediate Release Statement by Morgan Ortagus, Spokesperson May 29, 2019 The Passing of General Prem Tinsulanonda, Statesman and President of the Privy Council On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of General Prem Tinsulanonda to his family, friends, and the people of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 May, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific | Tags: Statement
On behalf of the United States Embassy in Thailand, I offer heartfelt condolences at the news of the passing of General Prem Tinsulanonda, statesman and President of the Privy Council. We recall his years of distinguished service to the people of Thailand in many capacities, including as former Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 May, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches
Statement by Secretary Pompeo on Vesak Day On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I send wishes of peace and joy to everyone celebrating Vesak Day on May 19. As Buddhist communities unite across the globe to celebrate the founder of Buddhism, Siddhartha Gautama, we honor the values of compassion, charity, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Buddhism, Vesak
The U.S. Embassy Bangkok would like to congratulate and invite the shortlisted applicants to a final interview to identify the best fit for the Fall 2019 YSEALI Academic Fellowship. Our staff will individually contact the following candidates via email to schedule the interview. Thank you. Theme: Civic Engagement Ms. Thanaporn Onpratum Ubon Rajabhat ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: YSEALI
U.S. Embassy Bangkok Statement on the Occasion of His Majesty’s Coronation The American and Thai community of the United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand join the people of the Kingdom of Thailand in extending our warmest congratulations to His Majesty Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty’s coronation as King ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 May, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release April 25, 2019
Under Secretary for Political Affairs David Hale Travels to Indonesia, Thailand, Burma, and Japan Under Secretary for Political Affairs David Hale will travel to Indonesia, Thailand, Burma, and Japan from April 29 to May 6, 2019. On April 29, Under Secretary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, U.S. & Thailand
The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to open the call for applications for the Fall 2019 YSEALI Academic Fellowship to candidates from Thailand interested in the themes of Civic Engagement, Environmental Issues and Natural Resource Management, and Entrepreneurship and Economic Development. There will be two Institutes on each theme with each Institute composed of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 April, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, News | Tags: YSEALI
The United States Department of the Treasury now offers direct deposit of federal benefit payments, including Social Security Administration (SSA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and Office of Personnel Management (OPM), to banks in Thailand. The payments are automatically converted to Thai Baht (THB) at the international exchange rate before they are deposited in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services
Press Statement by Morgan Ortagus Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 11, 2019 Thailand New Year – Songkran On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I wish the people of the Kingdom of Thailand a joyous celebration of Songkran, the festival of the New Year. The United States of America is proud to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Songkran, Thai New Year
Charge D’Affaires Peter Haymond and Mrs. Haymond met with University students, local officials, and U.S. exchange program alumni in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai along with Consul General Jennifer Harhigh March 27-29. At Chiangmai University and Mae Fah Luang University, Charge D’Affaires Haymond highlighted the Free & Open #IndoPacificStrategy in which all nations are sovereign, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 March, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Chiang Mai, Consul General, Events, News
For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY ROBERT PALLADINO, DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON March 26, 2019 Thailand March 24 Elections We congratulate the tens of millions of Thai citizens who participated in the long-awaited March 24 election for demonstrating their strong support for a return to elected government. The vote, robust media coverage of the process and open debate ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
We were thrilled to partner with Nielson Hayes Library to host an Advanced Creative Writing Workshop for budding Thai writers yesterday. Many thanks to our award-winning workshop presenters Khun Veeraporn Nitiprapha, Khun Uthis Haemamool, and Khun Wipas Srithong! Participants learned about the writing process and Khun Wipas shared his International Writing Program residency experience as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 March, 2019 | Topics: embassy, Events, News
Congratulations to Peace Corps Volunteers Group 131: Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Robert Post and the Royal Thai Government Officials traveled to Suphanburi Province on March 18th to participate in the Swearing-In Ceremony. During the event, Acting DCM Post administered the Peace Corps Pledge to 57 new Volunteers who will be working in education and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY ROBERT PALLADINO, DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON March 16, 2019 The Passing of His Excellency Virachai Plasai Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the United States of America On behalf of the United States of America, I offer heartfelt condolences on the passing of His Excellency Ambassador Virachai Plasai to his family, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
It is with great sadness that we learned today of the passing of His Excellency Virachai Plasai. On behalf of the American people, I offer our heartfelt condolences to his family, his friends, and the people of Thailand. Ambassador Virachai made many contributions to the stability and prosperity of U.S.-Thai relations throughout his distinguished career. He assumed the position of Ambassador ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 March, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News
On March 14, a group of alumni came to U.S. Embassy Bangkok to talk to 15 incoming Spring 2019 YSEALI Academic Fellows. These Fellows will travel to the U.S. starting at the end of March. The Thai YSEALI alumni informed the participants about what to prepare prior to departure and things to expect when they ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: YSEALI
On March 2-3, 36 Thai undergraduate students met at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University to attend the final event in a series of six YSEALI debate camps. This program aims at raising civic awareness among youth and providing a space for young people to discuss social issues, economic matters, education ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Khon Kaen, YSEALI, YSEALIdebate
EducationUSA Thailand and the AUA Language Schools organized the “American Education Fair 2019” on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the Arnoma Grand Hotel, Bangkok. More than 500 students, high school counselors, and parents attended to speak to representatives from 55 U.S. Universities. At seminar sessions, attendees learned about choosing the right school, the student visa, application process ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 March, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Thailand | Tags: American Education Fair 2019
Office of the Press Secretary February 27, 2019 Remarks by President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in a 1:1 Conversation Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam 6:33 P.M. ICT CHAIRMAN KIM: (As interpreted.) So it’s exactly 261 days since we met last ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 March, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, President of the United States, Speeches
On February 28, the Embassy hosted a potluck in celebration of the Black History Month at Ambassador’s Residence. In attendance was Dr. Joanne Hyppolite of Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, who is currently in Thailand to conduct programs on African American culture and museum technology.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Culture, embassy, Events, News
Continuing the celebration of the 200 years of friendship between the U.S. and Thailand, on February 27, Charge d’Affaires Peter Haymond, Mrs. Haymond and Dr. Joanne Hyppolite of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture visited Sibuathong SUPPORT Foundation Center and Model Farm Project under the Royal Initiative of Her Majesty Queen ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 February, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
U.S. Embassy Bangkok in partnership with Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles #QSMT present a series of African American culture programs by our American Cultural Ambassador Dr. Joanne Hyppolite, Curator of Smithsonian African American Museum of History and Culture #NMAAHC during the week of February 25-March 1 in Bangkok. Dr. Joanne Hyppolite will share her experience ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News
On February 16-17, 36 Thai undergraduate students met at Prince of Songkla University, Phuket Campus to attend the fifth in a series of six YSEALI debate camps. This program aims at raising civic awareness among youth and providing a space for young people to discuss social issues, economic matters, education challenges, and environmental problems through ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Phuket, YSEALI, YSEALIdebate
The U.S. Embassy congratulates the laureates, highlighting health cooperation as a central pillar of the strong U.S.-Thai Friendship The 2018 Prince Mahidol Award Laureates, who received awards from Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn at the Chakri Throne hall on January 31, will be received at the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence this evening for a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Prince Mahidol Awards
U.S. Embassy Bangkok officially launches No Limits, Inclusive Sports for All project with the ASA Group in Khon Kaen, N.E. Thailand! In collaboration with long-term strategic project partner U.S. Embassy, ASA recently launched the No Limits, Inclusive Sports for All project at Kaennakornwittayalai School in Khon Kaen, N.E. Thailand. With the US Embassy CDA, Peter ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: Events, U.S. & Thailand
The 38th iteration of the annual theater security cooperation event Exercise Cobra Gold 2019 is taking place February 12 to February 23, 2019 at various locations throughout the Kingdom of Thailand. Cobra Gold is one of the largest theater security cooperation exercises in the Indo-Pacific and is an integral part of the U.S. commitment to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Cobra Gold
Tropical Storm Pabuk continues to move through the southern region of Thailand and is forecasted to last until January 5, 2019. Heavy rains, flooding, and strong winds will affect both the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea and the following areas: Chumphon, Phetchaburi, Prachuap, Khiri Khan, Surat Thani (inc. Koh Samui, Koh Phangnan, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 January, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Tropical Storm Pabuk is forecasted to affect southern Thailand from January 3-5, 2019. Heavy rains and strong winds will affect both the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea and the following areas: Chumphon, Phetchaburi, Prachuap, Khiri Khan, Surat Thani (inc. Koh Samui, Koh Phangnan, and Koh Tao), Nakhon Si Thammarart, Phatthalung, Ranong, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 January, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Khun Chalatip Junchompoo, Marine Biologist of the Marine and Coastal Resources Research and Development Center; Dr. Narongpan Chunram, Lecturer of the Faculty of Science and Technology, Chiang Mai Rajabhat University; Khun Padinya Aree, Trash Hero; and Ajarn Sarawut Siriwong, Lecturer in Marine Science, Burapha University, Chantaburi Campus, participated in IVLP “Environmental Issues” from November 5-23, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 December, 2018 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: IVLP, IVLP2018
Eight members of the
Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles (QSMT), and two from
King Prajadhipok Museum participated in the IVLP on Demand ‘Museum Management’ which took place from November 3-13, 2018. They had the opportunity to visit U.S. art, history, and ethnic museums to meet with arts administrators, exhibit designers, architects, educators, patrons, and students; to study U.S. best practice in museum management, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: IVLP2018
The U.S. Embassy hosted the 3rd “EducationUSA Thailand Alumni Fair 2018” on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at InterContinental Bangkok. The fair brought together recently graduated Thai alumni from U.S. institutions, Regional Educational Advising Coordinators, Fulbright Thailand, and Consular Section to provide insightful information about scholarships, application process, student life on campus, and student visa.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 December, 2018 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Thailand | Tags: EducationUSA Fairs 2018
Tuesday, December 5, 2018 Ambassador Virachai, distinguished guests, it is an honor to join you tonight to celebrate the National Day of the Kingdom of Thailand. In 1862, President Lincoln wrote to his “great and good friend,” King Mongkut. His letter was exhibited in Bangkok earlier this year with other gifts and correspondence exchanged between ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Thailand National Day
Charge d’Affaires (CDA) Peter Haymond recently visited Phuket province. During the visit, he met with Phuket Provence Vice Governor Mr. Prakob Wongmaneerung to discuss opportunities for U.S. businesses, Phuket’s progress on the Smart City initiative, environmental programs and tourism safety. CDA Haymond also met volunteer American Citizen Services Consular Liaisons living in the region, U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 December, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Phuket
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer my sincerest and warmest wishes to the Kingdom of Thailand on your National Day. This year marked the 200-year anniversary of the historic U.S.-Thai friendship that has united our two nations through war and peace, hardship and prosperity. Under the leadership of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, Thailand National Day
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 1, 2018 Devoted husband, loving father, steadfast friend, exemplary patriot: this is how I will always remember President George H. W. Bush. Whether he was serving in the skies over the Pacific during World War II, protecting America at CIA headquarters, or leading our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Pattaya. Date: Wednesday December 12, 2018 Time: 10:00AM to NOON Venue: Dusit Thani Pattaya Hotel Address: 240/2 Pattaya Beach Road, Pattaya City, Chonburi 20150, Thailand Hotel phone: +66 (0) 3842 5611 Website:
https://www.dusit.com/dusitthani/pattaya/location Email:
dtpa@dusit.com No appointment necessary, services are provided on a first come ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: embassy, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Pattaya
Randall Schriver, U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Asian and Pacific Security Affairs, visited Thailand November 29-30, 2018 to co-chair the 5th bilateral Defense Strategic Talks with Thai counterparts at the Ministry of Defense. During his visit, Assistant Secretary Schriver met with senior Thai officials, including Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan, Chief ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 November, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Charge D’Affaires Peter Haymond and Mrs. Haymond were delighted to meet Mr. Sirirath Chum-aupakarn, Governor of Mae Hong Son on November 30. Mr. Haymond also spoke with students, academics, businesspeople, and visited a temporary shelter to demonstrate the United States’ support for education, economic growth, and displaced persons.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 November, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Mae Hong Son
“More and more numbers of U.S. citizens are traveling or living abroad after they retire. Some are experienced adventure travelers, and for some it’s a first ever international trip. As an older traveler, you may face challenges related to health, federal benefits, or emergency services while abroad. For helpful information and resources about this topic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 November, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, News, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Embassy, Bangkok, would like to invite interested scholars to apply for seven Summer 2019 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for multinational groups of experienced university faculty, scholars, and other related professionals. The program will be held in the following six themes in U.S. Studies: American Culture and Values American Politics and Political ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 November, 2018 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Study of the U.S. Institute for Scholars, SUSI
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Phuket. Date: November 29, 2018 Time: 12:00pm–3:00pm Venue: Novotel Phuket Vintage Park, Novotel Phuket Resort Address: 89 Rat-Uthid 200 Pee Road, Patong, Kathu, 83150 PHUKET THAILAND Hotel phone: +66 (0) 76 380 555 Email:
h8909-re2@accor.com novotel.com accorhotels.com No appointment necessary, services are provided on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 November, 2018 | Topics: embassy, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Phuket
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, November 17, 2018
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 November, 2018 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
By Mike Pence November 9 at 6:19 PM Mike Pence is vice president of the United States. Last year in Vietnam, President Trump laid out the United States’ vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. This week, on the president’s behalf, I will lead a delegation to that region to discuss our progress on making this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Mike Pence
Chef (Tam) Chudaree Debhakam, Thailand’s first “Top Chef” winner, whipped up a 5-course dinner incorporating U.S. and Thai ingredients to celebrate the launch of USDA’s American Inspired Chef Project, at the U.S. Ambassador Residence. Last night’s event was hosted by Chargé d’affaires Peter Haymond. The American Inspired Chef Project will travel around Thailand to train ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 November, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Bangkok – October 26, 2018: Effective January 1, 2019, the United States Embassy in Bangkok and the U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai will no longer provide an income affidavit and will not notarize previous versions of the income affidavit. The Royal Thai Government requires applicants to meet a minimum income threshold to obtain a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases
People use online tools for everything from work to banking to health care. That means more information than ever before is at risk to cyber criminals who can steal your identity, use “ransomware” to hold your information hostage, or empty your bank accounts. The U.S. has spent more than $100 billion over the last decade protecting ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Science & Tech
Announcement The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2019 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). Since its inception in 2001, AFCP has helped preserve cultural sites, cultural objects, and forms of traditional ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 October, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Ambassador Glyn T. Davies’ statement to the press following his farewell call with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha September 26, 2018 Government House, Bangkok, Thailand Ambassador Davies began his remarks by briefly summarizing his conversation with the Prime Minister: We talked about all the wonderful events that I have witnessed during my time here. The year ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Thailand
On September 21, 2018, Mr. Russ Nicely, Agricultural Counselor of U.S. Embassy attended the launch of California Grape – Sun World Grapes, imported by City Fresh co., ltd at Gourmet Market, The Mall Bangkae. Sun World grapes will be available at all Gourmet Market.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 September, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, Events, Exclude, News, Trade
The Joint U.S. Military Advisory Group Thailand (JUSMAGTHAI) held its 65th Anniversary celebration today, along with a commemoration honoring the U.S. National Prisoner of War / Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Day. U.S. Ambassador Glyn T. Davies and General Ponpipaat Benyasri, Chief of Joint Staff, Royal Thai Armed Forces, presided over the ceremonies conducted at the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
PHUKET AND BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Phuket Hotels Association and the U.S. Embassy, through a Science Fellowship Program, partnered to tackle waste management challenges in Phuket. The goal is to significantly reduce single-use plastics at Phuket’s hotels. As a result of this collaboration, the Phuket Hotel Association’s 65 member properties (representing nearly 11,000 rooms on the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: Environment, News, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Thailand
Ambassador Glyn T. Davies’ statement to the press following his farewell call with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Prawit September 13, 2018 Ministry of Defense, Bangkok, Thailand I had a very good meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister. This was my farewell call on him. We reviewed a number of issues that are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Thailand
It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of National Artist Manrat Srikaranonda. Ajarn Manrat was a truly great Thai musician and a long-time friend of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok. For decades, the Srikaranonda family has been an integral part of the Embassy’s musical outreach programs and Ajarn Manrat had been ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, September 8, 2018
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 September, 2018 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
On August 16, a group of alumni came to U.S. Embassy Bangkok to talk to 15 incoming Spring 2018 YSEALI Academic Fellows. These Fellows will travel to the U.S. starting at the end of August. The Thai YSEALI alumni informed the participants about what to prepare prior to departure and things to expect when they ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 August, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, Events, News | Tags: YSEALI
On August 11-13, U.S. Embassy Bangkok organized YSEALI Alumni Annual Meeting 2018 at the Tide Resort in Bang Saen. This event provided the opportunity for Thai alumni from YSEALI, SEAYLP, Global UGRAD, and SUSI to network, share information about alumni activities, propose future program ideas, and establish Thailand YSEALI Network (TYN). The new alumni network ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 August, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, Events, News
Your Majesty, On behalf of the American people, I extend my warmest wishes on the special occasion of your eighty-sixth birthday. Your dedication to the people of Thailand has inspired many in the United States and around the world. May your humanitarian and philanthropic endeavors continue to benefit the people of the Kingdom of Thailand ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 August, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Admiral John Aquilino, Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, visited Thailand August 9 and met with U.S. Embassy Chargé d’affaires Peter Haymond, Admiral Sayan Prasongsamret, Deputy Chief of Defense, Royal Thai Armed Forces and several other senior Thai officials. He discussed a broad range of issues underscoring the strong U.S. – Thai relationship and our longstanding security ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 August, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
INDO-PACIFIC BUSINESS FORUM: Administration officials reaffirmed a whole-of-government commitment to enhancing economic and commercial engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. Today, Trump Administration cabinet members and other senior officials joined American business leaders and foreign dignitaries at the Indo-Pacific Business Forum in Washington, D.C. The heads of the Department of State, Department of Commerce, Department of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 August, 2018 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
U.S. Embassy Bangkok’s Consular Section hosted its first-ever “Student Visa Day” on July 24 to support the 200th year anniversary of U.S.-Thai friendship! Approved students tagged their destinations on a map and posed for photos. Cultural Attaché Neal Murata held a fun pop-quiz about studying in America. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 July, 2018 | Topics: Education, News, Study in the U.S., Visas
On July 19, U.S. Embassy Rangel Fellows hosted National Intern Day, which brought together dozens of interns working at the United Nations and in various embassies across Bangkok. It was a great opportunity to discuss diversity initiatives in the U.S. State Department and network with young people interested in foreign affairs.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events
On behalf of the United States, I congratulate Thai authorities and their international partners on the inspirational rescue of the 12 brave young men and their coach trapped since June 23rd by rapidly rising water deep in Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai Province. Thais everywhere, their hearts filled with hope and joined by multitudes around the world, willed this singular success. The U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Thailand
It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Petty Officer 1st Class Saman “Sam” Kunan, a former Royal Thai Navy SEAL who volunteered to help rescue the 13 youth soccer players and their coach trapped in the Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai province. On behalf of the American people, I ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
“The American people join Thais in celebrating the dramatic discovery of the football team and their coach in Tham Luang cave,” said U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Glyn T. Davies. “We will continue to support Thai authorities in their relentless efforts to bring the 12 players and their coach safely out of the cave and reunite ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, embassy, News, Press Releases
Members of the U.S. Embassy Bangkok community are paying tribute to the memory of Ambassador Darryl N. Johnson who passed away on June 24, at the age of 80. Ambassador Johnson served as the U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand from 2001 to 2004. He previously had been a Peace Corps Volunteer in Thailand, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 July, 2018 | Topics: embassy, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News
The U.S. Department of State’s Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report to the U.S. Congress was released in Washington, D.C. on June 28, 2018. The 2018 TIP Report assesses official anti-trafficking efforts of 187 countries from April 2017 through March 2018. In this year’s report, Thailand was upgraded from Tier 2 Watch List to Tier 2 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: TIP, Trafficking in Persons, Trafficking in Persons Report
On June 28, Ambassador Glyn T. Davies and Embassy colleagues welcomed Thai and international friends to celebrate the 242nd anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America. This year’s theme, “Great and Good Friends,” celebrated the bicentennial of the U.S. – Thai friendship. The
III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and the
กองดุริยางค์ทหารอากาศ Royal Thai Air Force Music Division provided entertainment for the evening in a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Independence Day, U.S. Independence Day
Ambassador Glyn T. Davies joined Ben King, Country Director of Google Thailand, to unveil the virtual Great and Good Friends exhibition on the Google Arts and Culture platform. “I am very pleased that Google has taken Great and Good Friends exhibit to the digital world. It is impressive to see how technology can provide a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Google
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Khon Kaen. Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2018 Time: 12:00PM to 2:00PM Venue: Pullman Hotel Address: 9-9 Prachasumran Road, Nai Muang, Muang 40000 KHON KAEN Hotel phone: Telephone: (+66)43/913333 Fax: (+66)43/913334 Email:
pullman@pullmankhonkaen.com http://www.pullmanhotels.com/gb/hotel-1877-pullman-khon-kaen-raja-orchid/index.shtml No appointment necessary, services are provided on a first come – first serve basis. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 June, 2018 | Topics: embassy, Exclude All, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Khon Kaen
Joint Statement of President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea at the Singapore Summit President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 June, 2018 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, June 9, 2018
Auction Sale Catalogue (PDF 345KB) Brochure (Shown below)
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 June, 2018 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All | Tags: Auction
U.S. Ambassador Glyn T. Davies offered a donation of 50,000 rabies vaccines to Thailand’s Department of Livestock Development to support Thailand to reach its goal of eliminating rabies by 2020. The donation, made on behalf of the U.S. Government through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Agency for International ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Rabies
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Pattaya. Date: Wednesday, June 6, 2018 Time: 10:00AM to NOON Venue: Dusit Thani Pattaya Hotel Address: 240/2 Pattaya Beach Road, Pattaya City, Chonburi 20150, Thailand Hotel phone:
+66 (0) 3842 5611 Website:
https://www.dusit.com/dusitthani/pattaya/location No appointment necessary, services are provided on a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 May, 2018 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, Exclude All, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Pattaya
On behalf of the United States Department of State, I offer best wishes to Muslims around the world for a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. For those observing this month, it is a time of reverence, generosity, and spiritual introspection. Ramadan is also a cherished time of community, often spent reconnecting with family and friends. It ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
A Generation of Advocates. That is the goal of Southeast Asia’s first ever YSEALI TechCamp Reconnect workshop. Taking place in Bangkok May 14-15, YSEALI TechCamp Reconnect brings together 36 YSEALI Network members from all ten ASEAN countries, most of whom have participated in previous TechCamps. Participants are working with technology experts and trainers to improve ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News | Tags: TechCamp, YSEALI
The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to open the call for applications for the Fall 2018 YSEALI Academic Fellowship to candidates from Thailand interested in the themes of Civic Engagement, Environmental Issues and Natural Resource Management, and Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development. Six Institutes will take place between late August and early November 2018. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, News | Tags: YSEALI
“While in the United States, you will not only be students in America’s high schools, but ambassadors of Thai culture and values. When you return home to Thailand, you will be leaders, alumni of the U.S. Embassy, and a great and good friends of the U.S. forevermore.” Ambassador Glyn T. Davies shared these inspiring words ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFS, Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program
The White House Office of the Press Secretary At the direction of President Donald J. Trump, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and other representatives of the United States government traveled to Pyongyang, North Korea on May 9 to prepare for the President’s upcoming meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. During Secretary Pompeo’s visit, the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 May, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Michael R. Pompeo
To mark HIV Vaccine Awareness Day on May 18, US and Thai HIV vaccine researchers are presenting information around ongoing work that resulted from Thailand’s landmark RV144 vaccine study — the only HIV vaccine clinical trial to show efficacy to date. Researchers at the Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Science (AFRIMS) in Bangkok, along ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFRIMS, Vaccine
On Wednesday, May 2, Mr. Russ Nicely, Agricultural Counselor for the U.S. Embassy in Thailand introduced a program titled, “USA Superfoods – Secrets of Vitality”, featuring Mr. Bob Moore, the founder of Bob’s Red Mill USA, a leading brand for organic and gluten free wholegrains. Hosted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Dry ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 May, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, Events, News, Trade
On Thursday, April 26, Chargé d’Affaires Peter M. Haymond spoke at the Thailand Ministry of Commerce and U.S. Patent and Trade Office co-organized public awareness program for celebrating the World Intellectual Property Day. The program promotes the positive aspects and contributions of Intellectual Property Rights to society, culture, and economy, in association with this year’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 April, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Trade, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: World Intellectual Property Day
On Thursday, April 26, Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond welcomed to Bangkok 63 alumni from the East Asia Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Alumni Workshop. Participants included teachers from Cambodia, Laos, Mongolia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Over the course of two days, the participants shared their successes since participating in the program and attended sessions on developing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 April, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, East Asia & Pacific, English Language Learning
Statement by Acting Secretary of State John J. Sullivan Thailand New Year – Songkran Festival On behalf of the Government of the United States, I extend best wishes to the people of the Kingdom of Thailand as they celebrate Songkran and welcome a new year on April 13, 2018. This year marks 200 years of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 April, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: John J. Sullivan, Songkran, Thai New Year
What features a Deputy Chief of Mission, a Regional Education Advising Coordinator, four amazing school representatives, and dozens of talented school counselors? EducationUSA Thailand’s first Counselor Workshop of 2018! The workshop, held Wednesday, April 4th, included opening remarks by Cultural Affairs Attaché Neal Murata, an overview of U.S. admissions trends by Regional Educational Advising Coordinator ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 April, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, Study in the U.S.
The Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Award annually recognizes women around the globe who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership in advocating for peace, justice, human rights, gender equality, and women’s empowerment, often at great personal risk. Since the inception of this award in 2007, the State Department has honored over 120 women ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 March, 2018 | Topics: Exclude | Tags: International Women of Courage Award, Women of Courage
The objects have arrived! Items on loan from U.S. institutions will be displayed at the Great and Good Friends exhibition at the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles from March 21 until June 30. A team of experts from the Smithsonian Institute, Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, and the Queen Sirikit Museum of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: great and good friends
Ambassador Glyn Davies recently addressed the Bangkok Eco-Capitals Forum Green Bangkok 2018 Conference at the Australian Embassy. Ten of Bangkok’s largest diplomatic missions, representatives from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Environment Department, Bangkok and Mahidol Universities, Bangkok River Partners, and environmentally-focused NGO’s and businesses attended the event. The Conference featured a series of speakers who showcased ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News | Tags: Bangkok Eco Capitals Forum, Eco-Capitals Forum
On February 23, 2018, Ambassador Glyn Davies and Admiral Harry Harris, Commander of United States Pacific Command, joined General Tarnchaiyan Srisuwan, Thailand’s Chief of Defense Forces, to preside over the Closing Ceremony of Cobra Gold 2018, the largest multilateral exercise in the Asia-Pacific region. Cobra Gold 2018 was the 37th exercise in the series and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 February, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Cobra Gold, U.S. Pacific Command
The Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Robert Neller, and Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Peter Haymond attended two key Cobra Gold 2018 events Saturday. They witnessed the Amphibious Exercise at Hat Yao Royal Thai Naval Base in Chonburi Province, which brought together Navy, Marine, Army and Air Force units from Thailand, the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 February, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Cobra Gold
Ambassador Glyn Davies awarded a grant of $325,000 from theAmbassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) to The World Monuments Fund which will be used to fund Phase Two of the restoration of Wat Chaiwatthanaram in Ayutthaya. “Wat Chai is a magnificent and beautiful site. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage area in Ayutthaya, it is also an ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 7, 2018 Office of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Public Affairs Readout of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dunford’s visit with Thailand Counterpart Royal Thai Armed Forces General Tarnchaiyan Srisuwan Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., traveled to Bangkok, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 February, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
On February 8, U.S. Ambassador Glyn T. Davies announced the launch of “Great and Good Friends,” an exhibition at the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles displaying the official gifts exchanged between the two nations at significant moments over the past 200 years. “The Great and Good Friends exhibit pays tribute to the deep and enduring ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: great and good friends
On February 7, 2018, Colonel Larry Redmon, U.S. Army Attaché, U.S. Embassy Bangkok attended funeral services for Colonel Chaicharn Harnavee who passed away on February 4 in Lopburi province. Colonel Redmon presented a condolence letter from U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies to Khun Rachaneeyakorn, Colonel Chaicharn’s daughter. Colonel “Chip” Chaicharn, a Thai Army Special Forces soldier, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 February, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and former comrades of Colonel Chaicharn Harnavee who passed away on February 4 in Lopburi province. Colonel “Chip” Chaicharn, a Thai Army Special Forces soldier, was the longest-held POW in Hanoi’s Hỏa Lò Prison (also known as the “Hanoi ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC February 1, 2018 We congratulate the two U.S. research teams awarded the prestigious Prince Mahidol Awards on January 31 in Bangkok, Thailand. The awards, presented by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, recognized the two teams’ remarkable achievements in the fields of medicine and public health. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
Ambassador Glyn Davies presides over an Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) ceremony at King Rama IV Museum, Wat Rajathiwas Rajaworavihara in Bangkok. Under the grant they receive from AFCP, the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science at Silpakorn University will perform conservation for 19th-Century objects in the Royal Collection of the museum. “The special friendship between ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Information for Applicants Application Deadline: Thursday, January 25, 2018 Program Description: Secondary school students from Thailand are invited to apply for participation in the Southeast Asia Youth Leadership Program (SEAYLP) which will take place in April 2018. The program will host 50 to 60 participants from countries in Southeast Asia that are members of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 January, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: SEAYLP, Youth Leadership Program
U.S. Embassy Bangkok today launches a video to wish Thai people a happy New Year. The video features U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies, Deputy Chief of Mission Peter Haymond, along with Thai and American staff exchanging gifts. They answer the question, “What gift would you give to your Thai or American friend that helps explain your ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 December, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, Featured Event, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand, Video
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer my heartfelt greetings to the people of the Kingdom of Thailand on your National Day, December 5th. We remember the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s deep and enduring friendship with the United States and we look forward to further nurturing that friendship under ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 4 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Rex Tillerson, Thailand National Day
For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON November 30, 2017 Passing of Former ASEAN Secretary General Dr. Surin Pitsuwan We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing on November 30 in Bangkok of the great Southeast Asian statesman, Dr. Surin Pitsuwan. Dr. Surin was a tireless champion of the Thai people, an eloquent advocate ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 December, 2017 | Topics: News
It is with great sadness that we learn of the sudden passing of Dr. Surin Pitsuwan. On behalf of the American people, I offer our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the people of Thailand and the region. Dr. Surin was a monumental figure – a statesman, educator, leader and visionary. He made many ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases
Since his arrival in September 2015, Ambassador Glyn Davies has been traveling throughout Thailand trying to see as much of the country as he can. This map tracks where he’s been! นับตั้งแต่ที่เอกอัครราชทูตกลิน เดวีส์ เข้ารับตำแหน่งเมื่อเดือนกันยายน พ.ศ. 2558 ท่านก็ได้เดินทางไปทั่วประเทศ เพื่อทำความรู้จักประเทศไทยให้มากที่สุดเท่าที่จะทำได้ มาดูกันว่าท่านเคยเยือนจังหวัดไหนบ้างในแผนที่นี้!
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 24 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Thailand
Congratulations to IBM Thailand, Dow Chemical Thailand, Western Digital (Thailand), the winners of the American Chamber of Commerce’s Corporate Social Responsibility Excellence Recognition Awards (ACE) for 2017. “I am proud to present the Amcham Excellence in Partnership award for the first time. This award highlights the exemplary efforts of American companies who work alongside Thais ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Commercial Affairs | Tags: CSR
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, November 18, 2017
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 November, 2017 | Topics: embassy, Exclude | Tags: Auction
Announcement The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2018 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). Since its inception in 2001, AFCP has helped preserve cultural sites, cultural objects, and forms of traditional ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
***To receive updates of specific times and locations of any of our upcoming outreaches, please register with the SmartTraveler Enrollment Program (STEP) (
http://step.state.gov/step ). STEP is a free service of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs that allows U.S. citizens traveling and living abroad to enroll with the nearest U.S. Embassy or ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 13 November, 2017 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Phuket
Ambassador Glyn Davies commemorated Veteran’s Day in a ceremony that paid tribute to those Americans who have served or continue to serve in the U.S. military, and honored those who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces. Veterans’ Day is celebrated in the United States each year on November 11.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events | Tags: veterans day
UBON RATCHATHANI, Thailand, November 3, 2017 – Today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), launched a three-year project with the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre to support 13 provinces with HIV prevention, treatment and care for key populations, including men who have ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AIDS, HIV, Thai Red Cross
U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested secondary school educators (high school teachers) to apply for Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Secondary School Educators which will take place early June through July 2018. Applicants can download
the application form on the U.S. Embassy Bangkok website via this link (PDF 251KB). Applications must be received at the Media and Cultural Section, U.S. Embassy Bangkok no later than Wednesday, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Study of the U.S. Institute for Secondary School Educators, SUSI
U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested scholars to apply for six Summer 2018 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for multinational groups of experienced university faculty, scholars, and other related professionals. The program will be held on the following six themes in U.S. Studies: American Politics and Political Thought Contemporary American Literature Journalism and Media Religious ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Study of the U.S. Institute for Scholars, SUSI
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Khon Kaen Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Time: 8:00AM to 11:00AM Venue: Pullman Hotel Address: 9-9 Prachasumran Road, Nai Muang, Muang 40000 KHON KAEN Hotel phone: Telephone: (+66)43/913333 Fax: (+66)43/913334 Email:
pullman@pullmankhonkaen.com http://www.pullmanhotels.com/gb/hotel-1877-pullman-khon-kaen-raja-orchid/index.shtml SERVICES OFFERED AND OFFICIAL EXCHANGE RATES ON November 8, 2017 3,850 THB-
Renewal of adult passports 3,675 THB-
Renewal of minor (under age 16) passports ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 November, 2017 | Topics: embassy, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Khon Kaen
Over the past 30-plus years, the AMCHAM Thailand Foundation (ATF) has provided scholarships to more than 2,400 under-privileged Thai students attending Universities throughout Thailand. On November 1, U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies joined ATF and FedEx in closing ceremony of the AMCHAM/FedEx Career Camp and presented certificates to 62 graduating students in recognition of their achievement. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business | Tags: AMCHAM
This week my thoughts are with the people of Thailand as we witness the cremation of His Late Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej – a true humanitarian, visionary, and friend to the United States. Next year we will celebrate the bicentennial of the first official contact between our two great nations. His Late Majesty championed our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 October, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: His Late Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Rex Tillerson
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 27 October, 2017 | Topics: Exclude | Tags: LMI, Lower Mekong Initiative, Regional English Language Office, RELO
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE President Donald J. Trump will send a Presidential Delegation to Bangkok, Thailand to attend the Royal Cremation Ceremony of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej on October 26, 2017. Secretary of Defense James Mattis will lead the delegation as the President’s Special Envoy, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: His Late Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
We at U.S. Embassy Bangkok and Consulate General Chiang Mai feel part of the Thai community. We honored the memory of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej – a great friend of the United States – throughout the year following his passing. We will continue to remember him in our hearts and in our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand | Tags: His Late Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
We, at the United States Embassy in Thailand, will always remember His Late Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej in our hearts. Photos: United States Information Service. The Eagle and the Elephant: Thai American Relations Since 1833, Bangkok, 1997 Government Public Relations Department Office of Prime Minister. King Bhumibol Adulyadej: Visits the United States of America, A ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 October, 2017 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand | Tags: His Late Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary October 2, 2017 Joint Statement between the United States of America and the Kingdom of Thailand Stronger Alliance for Common Security and Closer Economic Partnership for Common Prosperity 1. The President of the United States of America Donald J. Trump welcomed the Prime Minister of the Kingdom ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Joint Statement
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has consolidated its overseas operations into several regional offices that provide a full range of SSA services for U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States. Effective October 1, 2017, individuals residing in Thailand who require social security services or have questions about SSA benefits must contact the SSA Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Non-Emergency Messages
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha of Thailand to the White House on October 3, 2017. President Trump looks forward to reaffirming the relationship between the United States and a key partner and longstanding ally in Asia, the Kingdom of Thailand. The President ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 25 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand
On September 20, U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies opened a three-day event in Bangkok with over 125 delegates from nearly 20 Asian countries to find ways to improve healthcare access, especially for HIV prevention, testing, and treatment services for transgender people. Participants at the
The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) ,
USAID Asia ,
United Nations Development Programme – UNDP and
UNAIDS sponsored consultation — the first of its kind in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, PEPFAR | Tags: UNDP
In 1997, the Training Programs in Epidemiology and Public Health Interventions Network (TEPHINET) was established to strengthen international public health capacity by providing a network for the FETPs located around the world. TEPHINET is celebrating its 20th year of the professional network of 69 field epidemiology training programs (FETPs) working in more than 100 countries ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 September, 2017 | Topics: U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CDC, TEPHINET
On Tuesday, September 19, Ambassador Glyn Davies, Deputy Chief of Mission Peter M. Haymond, and U.S. Embassy personnel arranged 999 marigold plants on the U.S. Embassy lawn as a tribute to HM Late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The marigold plants will bloom into beautiful yellow flowers representing the color of Monday, the birthday of the Late ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
On September 16, Deputy Chief of Mission Peter Haymond and Fulbright Board member Mrs. Dusadee Haymond hosted a “Meet and Grill” party at the Deputy Chief of Mission Residence to honor Thai Fulbright alumni. DCM Haymond highlighted the alumni’s hard work and recognized their contributions to advancing Thai-U.S. relations. U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies and Mrs. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 September, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Fulbright
Each year since 1986, the President of the United States of America issues a proclamation commemorating National POW/MIA Recognition Day on the third Friday of September. Today, September 15, Ambassador Davies joined Embassy staff at a ceremony to honor and recognize the sacrifices of those Americans who have been prisoners of war and those who ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News | Tags: POW/MIA
U.S. Embassy Bangkok relies on a team of roughly 45 Volunteer Consular Wardens to help meet the routine and urgent needs of Americans in the Kingdom. Ambassador Glyn Davies joined the U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services team on September 15 to thank the wardens for their outstanding service to Americans both living and visiting Thailand.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Warden Conference
On Friday, September 8, CottonUSA showcased new cotton technologies through a display of one of America’s most iconic fashion symbols—denim jeans—at Renaissance Rajaprasong Hotel. As part of the 9th consecutive “Cotton Day” celebration, DCM Peter Haymond joined Cotton Council International (CCI) and the Thai textile and garment industry for an exhibition of innovative cotton fabrics ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 September, 2017 | Topics: Business, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Trade | Tags: Cotton Day, CottonUSA
The U.S. Embassy wants to send you to Space Camp! Ambassador Davies announced yesterday that as part of Discover Thailand’s Astronauts Scholarship Program, we will send one boy, and one girl of Thai nationality, aged between 14-18, to train at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL, USA. Are you ready to reach ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 7 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Science & Tech | Tags: NASA
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Thailand Ministry of Justice’s Department of Special Investigation (DSI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) August 24, to establish cooperation in combating transnational crime. ICE Acting Director Thomas Homan and DSI Director General Paisit Wongmuang signed the MOU in a ceremony held at ICE headquarters in Washington, D.C. Additional participants from ICE and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
On August 22, Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond joined General Tarnchaiyan Srisuwan, Royal Thai Armed Forces Chief of Staff, to preside over the Opening Ceremony of military exercise “Tempest Express” at the Royal Thai Armed Forces’ (RTARF) Center for Strategic Studies at Bang Saen in Chonburi Province. Tempest Express, a United States Pacific Command (USPACOM) multilateral ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 August, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News | Tags: Military Exercise
Thinking about continuing your education with a graduate degree program in the U.S.? Don’t miss your chance to join us at the U.S. Embassy’s EducationUSA Graduate Fair to meet with U.S. university representatives on September 12, 2017, from 17:30-20:30 at the American Hub (BTS Ploenchit). Pre-register for free at
https://educationusathailand.eventbrite.com/ Get scholarship information for graduate levels from representatives ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 August, 2017 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, Events, News, Study in the U.S. | Tags: EducationUSA
On August 18, Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond joined the opening ceremony for the 2017 National Science and Technology Fair, which takes place August 17 to 27 at the IMPACT Exhibition Center. The Science Fair is an annual event organized by the National Science Museum that draws more than a million visitors, including schoolchildren from almost every province ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 18 August, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Science & Tech
On August 17, 2017, Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond spoke at the Agricultural Innovation for Resiliency conference. Organized by USDA and
USAID Asia , the conference gathered experts and government officials from around the region to share international best practices and tools for boosting agricultural resiliency. Increased agricultural innovation and resiliency have the potential to strengthen food security ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 August, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News | Tags: USDA
Application Deadline: September 15, 2017 Description: The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Bangkok announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a six-day workshop (inclusive of arrival and departure days) in Bangkok on Critical Thinking in Classrooms for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI), pending the availability of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 August, 2017 | Topics: News | Tags: YSEALI
We are closely following the situation and express our heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the two Thai students involved in this tragic accident in California. The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok issued visas for family members of the students, who have traveled to California.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
On August 9, the Office of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Culture recognized the U.S. Embassy’s contributions to promote international cultural relations through the production of a Thai Language Day video clip at the Media Fund Share awards ceremony. Deputy Spokesperson Steve Castonguay—the star of the video clip which was shown at the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand
From August 7-9, 2017, a Congressional Delegation (CODEL) from the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations led by Chairman Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-NJ) and Rep Henry Cuellar (D-TX) visited Bangkok to consult with Mission staff, meet with the Secretary-General of the Thai National Security Council, learn more about the bilateral relationship, and identify ways to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CODEL
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson paid an official visit to Thailand on August 8th as guest of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand. The Secretary will underscore the U.S. commitment to the bilateral relations with Thailand, and to pay respects to His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Secretary Tillerson greeted ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 8 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Rex Tillerson
On August 1, U.S. Ambassador Glyn T. Davies, President of Friends of Thailand Carolyn Nickels-Cox and
Peace Corps Thailand Country Director Howard Williams hosted celebrations to commemorate the 55th anniversary of U.S. Peace Corps in Thailand. The Ambassador praised the program as “a testament to the stability of our enduring friendship” and recognized the contributions of over 5,500 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Peace Corps Thailand
On July 19, the State Department released the annual Country Reports on Terrorism 2016. The Reports note that in 2016 terrorist attacks and fatalities from terrorism declined globally for the second year in a row, although terrorist groups continued to exploit ungoverned territory and ongoing conflict to expand their reach, and to direct and inspire attacks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 July, 2017 | Topics: News, Official Reports | Tags: Terrorism
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Senior delegations representing the United States and Thailand met on July 14, 2017, in Washington, D.C., at the Department of State for the Sixth U.S.-Thailand Strategic Dialogue. Acting Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Susan Thornton led the U.S. delegation and Permanent Secretary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 17 July, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Strategic Dialogue
In remembrance of the Late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Thailand’s beloved “Jazz King,” the U.S. Embassy in association with the Kitarat Foundation brought the New Orleans Jazz All Stars to perform concerts in Bangkok on July 15-16, 2017. They were the last jazz band to perform for the late King. This performances were part of a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 15 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Jazz
Acting U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Henry Jardine launched a regional conference that increased understanding about the threat from the Zika virus. The conference, hosted on July 12 by the Thai Ministry of Public Health, was the first in a series of meetings in countries across Asia to address the Zika virus, which is linked ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 12 July, 2017 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Events, News | Tags: ADCM
On July 11, U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies welcomed Weerawan “Boom” Mosby who is one of the eight individuals to receive the prestigious Trafficking-in-Persons (TIP) Report Award from U.S. Secretary Rex Tillerson in Washington, D.C. on June 27. In collaboration with the Royal Thai Police, Khun Boom created Southeast Asia’s first Advocacy Center for Children (ACT ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 11 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Child and Family Matters, Events, News | Tags: TIP
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Udon Thani Date: Friday, July 21, 2017 Time: 8:00AM to 11:00AM Venue:
Centara Hotel & Convention Centre Udon Thani Address: 277/1 Prajaksillapakhom Road, Amphur Muang, Udon Thani 41000, Thailand Hotel phone: +66 (0) 4234 3555 E-mail:
cud@chr.co.th Services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 July, 2017 | Topics: embassy, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Udon Thani
The U.S. Embassy’s EducationUSA Thailand team travelled to Lampang to talk to over 200 students at Bunyawatwitthayalai School on Wednesday, July 5. Students and teachers learned about scholarship opportunities and applying to universities in the U.S. The team also had the chance to meet the two winners from the Intel ISEF 2017 Grand Award Competition ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Study in the U.S. | Tags: EducationUSA
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Pattaya Date: Friday, July 14, 2017 Time: 10:00AM to NOON Venue: Dusit Thani Pattaya Hotel Address: 240/2 Pattaya Beach Road, Pattaya City, Chonburi 20150, Thailand Hotel phone: +66 (0) 3842 5611
https://www.dusit.com/dusitthani/pattaya/location/ Services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; no appointment is necessary. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 3 July, 2017 | Topics: embassy, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Outreach, Pattaya
On June 29, Ambassador Glyn Davies and Embassy colleagues welcomed Thai and international friends to celebrate the 241st anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America. This year’s theme, “Music in the Park,” celebrated the sense of community and friendship that are created when people gather in a public spaces to enjoy free ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Independence Day
On June 28, 2017, Mr. Paul Welcher, Agricultural Attaché of U.S. Department of Agriculture joined Blue Diamond Growers, a U.S. almond-growing agricultural cooperative based in Sacramento, California, at their launch event for Blue Diamond Almond Breeze in Thailand. Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, is a healthy dairy-free alternative to milk which is now available in 7-11s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 28 June, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Events, News, Trade
The U.S. Embassy’s EducationUSA program hosted our “College Application Boot Camp” at the AUA Language Center, Chamchuri Square on Sunday, June 25 and at the Embassy’s American Hub on Monday, June 26. High school students attended the workshop to learn about application process, essay writing, and admission requirements for undergraduate programs in the U.S. Don’t forget ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 26 June, 2017 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, Events, News, Study in the U.S. | Tags: College Application Boot Camp
The Food and Drug Administration has launched a website where organizations can apply to be recognized as a third-party accreditation body. Foreign governments and agencies or private third parties may apply to be recognized. Accreditation bodies recognized by the FDA will have the ability to accredit third-party certification bodies, also known as third-party auditors. Certification ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 23 June, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Business | Tags: FDA
Ambassador and Mrs. Davies hosted a reception June 22 in honor of the 2017 U.S. ASEAN Business Council (USABC) delegation to Thailand. The reception follows a day of meetings between USABC representatives, the Prime Minister, and various ministers and representatives from nearly a dozen Thai ministries. Industries represented include chemicals, automotive and heavy equipment, pharmaceuticals, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Events, News | Tags: USABC
Ambassador Glyn Davies led a delegation of nearly three dozen corporate members of the U.S. ASEAN Business Council (USABC) to a meeting with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Also present were Deputy Prime Minister of Economic Affairs Somkid Jatusripitak; Minister Suvit Maesinsee; the Ministers of Finance, Foreign Affairs, Transportation, Digital Economy and Society, Energy, Commerce, Public ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 22 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Events, News, Trade, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: USABC
Ambassador and Mrs. Davies broke the fast in celebration of the holy month of Ramadan at the Islamic College of Thailand (ICT) on Wednesday, June 21. Prior to the meal, U.S. Embassy staff hosted English language activities for ICT students. Ambassador Davies also toured the school and planted a tree.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 21 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: iftar, Ramadan, Thai Muslim
On June 20, Ambassador Glyn Davies hosted U.S. Embassy Bangkok’s annual #LGBTI Pride reception at his residence. The event brought together LGBTI activists, foreign dignitaries, representatives from the Thai government and civil society, and members of Bangkok’s LGBTI community, and included remarks from Ambassador Davies and Dr. Vitit Muntarbhorn, the United Nations’ first Independent Expert ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News | Tags: LGBTI, Pride
On June 20, the U.S. Embassy in association with the Kitarat Foundation announced a jazz concert by The New Orleans Jazz All Stars to be held July 15-16 at the K-Bank/Ganesha Theatre. Dr. Pathorn Srikaranonda and his band performed at the announcement event. Tickets available at Thai Ticket Major:
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand
For Juniors preparing U.S. university applications this summer and fall, we’re pleased to offer the latest U.S. Embassy EducationUSA College App Camps Sunday, June 25 at AUA Library, 21st floor, Chamchuri Square Monday, June 26 at The American Hub, 9th floor, GPF Witthayu Tower A, 93/1 Wireless Road Our App Camps have been designed to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 19 June, 2017 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, Events, News, Study in the U.S. | Tags: EducationUSA
More than 50 participants, aged between 18-30 recently participated in the U.S. Embassy sponsored two-day Young Women Lead workshop in Bangkok. The workshop explored the themes of gender equality, advocacy and social entrepreneurship.
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 16 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: gender equality, social entrepreneurship
On June 14, U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies opened a three-day event in Bangkok with over 150 delegates from 22 Asian countries to find ways to improve the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) to connect men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender women with HIV prevention, testing and treatment services. Participants at ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, East Asia & Pacific, Events, News | Tags: PEPFAR, UNAIDS
On June 14, Deputy Chief of Mission Peter Haymond welcomed to Bangkok 60 university teachers of English from Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam to the Lower Mekong Initiative (LMI) Community of Practice Conference. Over the course of three days, the participants will attend workshops about instructional strategies and professional skills, deliver presentations, and network ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 14 June, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, English Language Learning, Events, News | Tags: LMI, Lower Mekong Initiative
Ambassador and Mrs. Davies attended the Annual Free Thai Movement Luncheon June 10 to honor and show appreciation to those who served in the Free Thai Movement, and to continue the strong relationship between Thailand and the U.S. The Free Thai Movement was established during WWII, during which time Thai students in the United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Free Thai Movement, Office of Strategic Services, OSS
On June 10, U.S. Embassy Bangkok invited 42 YSEALI members and alumni to participate in the YSEALI Environmental Field Trip to help a local community restore and conserve a coastal mangrove forest. A group of energetic youth traveled to Prasae, a seaside district in Rayong Province, to talk to local leaders about measures taken to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 10 June, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Environment, Events, News | Tags: YSEALI
Ambassador Glyn Davies and Panyarak Poolthup, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs congratulated Thai Fulbright grantees for the 2017-2018 academic year at a reception on Friday, June 9, 2017. The grantees will study, do research and teach in universities across the United States, including Cornell, Stanford, Columbia, Washington State University and the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 9 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: Fulbright
Her Royal Highness Princess Sirindhorn presented an award to the U.S. Embassy on June 6, 2017 on the occasion of the inauguration of the new office of AFS (formerly American Field Service) in Nonthaburi. Deputy Chief of Mission gratefully accepted the Plaque of Recognition award on behalf of the Embassy for the great partnership between ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 6 June, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Thailand | Tags: AFS
The U.S. Embassy Bangkok is proud to showcase Khun Ruthairat Songchan’s trip to the U.S. under the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Khun Ruthairat, Forestry Technical Officer from Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, attended the IVLP on “Our Planet: Wildlife Conservation and Combatting Trafficking” from April 22-May 12, 2017 where she had ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: Environment, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: IVLP, IVLP2017, Wildlife
Crab and Claw Executive Chef Colin Stevens created a delicious U.S. wild-caught salmon dinner for Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond and his wife Dusadee, as well as select guests. Through the meal, attendees learned how to prepare and distinguish the special flavor characteristics of Keta, King, and Sockeye Salmon – three salmon varieties found in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News | Tags: U.S. Salmon
The International Law Enforcement Academy Bangkok (ILEA) hosted the annual Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) on May 31. Officials from both the U.S. and Thai government discussed current and future operations of the academy. The JCM was chaired by U.S. Embassy Charge d’ Affaires Peter Haymond and Royal Thai Police (RTP) General Suchart Theerasawat. ILEA, which ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 31 May, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: ILEA
Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Saturday, June 10, 2017
Auction Sale Catalogue (PDF 381KB) Brochure (Shown below)
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 30 May, 2017 | Topics: embassy | Tags: Auction
The 23rd annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) military exercise recently kicked-off at the Royal Thai Navy base in Sattahip. “Our engagement through CARAT provides the U.S. and Thailand an opportunity to strengthen our alliance and maritime partnership in very meaningful ways,” said Rear Admiral Don Gabrielson, commander, Task Force 73. “The complexity of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Bangkok | 29 May, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Thailand | Tags: CARAT