Announcement for 2024 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested secondary school educators to apply to the Summer 2024 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary School Educators. The program will take place over the course of five weeks between late May and early June 2024. HOW TO APPLY: …
Read More» Announcement for 2024 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok invites interested scholars to apply to summer 2024 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars. The program will take place over the course of five-to-six weeks between late May and early July 2024. Applicants can download the application form on …
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Online Professional English Network Winter Term 2024 (Starts January 9-March 4, 2024) 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 Creating and Implementing Online Courses (CIOC) by …
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NEW YORK – Teo Boon Ching, aka Zhang, Dato Sri, and Godfather, 58 of Malaysia, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for conspiring to traffic hundreds of kilograms of rhinoceros horns worth millions of dollars that involved the illegal poaching of numerous rhinoceros, an endangered wildlife species. The sentence was imposed on September 19, 2023 …
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Call for Application Announcement Spring 2024 YSEALI Academic Fellowship U.S. Embassy Bangkok is now accepting applications for the Spring 2024 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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Selection of Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin Press Statement Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State The United States congratulates Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on his selection as Thailand’s next prime minister. This year, we celebrate 190 years of formal diplomatic relations, making the U.S.-Thai partnership one of our oldest relationships in the world. Together, as …
Read More» U.S. and Thailand Co-host Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Workshop in Bangkok to Strengthen Regional Nonproliferation Coordination The United States and Thailand will co-host a Southeast Asia Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Workshop from August 17-18, 2023, in Bangkok, Thailand. This multilateral workshop brings together civilian and military leaders from Cambodia, Brunei, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, …
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Message from Ambassador Robert Godec in Honor of the 91st Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, August 12, 2023 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 91st birthday. We wish Her …
Read More» Message from U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Robert Godec on the Occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s 71st Birthday, July 28, 2023 On the occasion of the 71st birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, the United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand offers our most heartfelt congratulations. Over the …
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U.S. Mission to Thailand Donates Education and Medical Equipment to Schools and Hospitals in Northern Thailand From July 10-14, the U.S. Mission to Thailand Civil Affairs team organized a donation of generators, solar panels, computers, and furniture to the Kho Prae Border Patrol Police School in Mae Hong Son province; 76 air purifiers and 18 …
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U.S. Consulate General Chiang Mai Powers Up E-Commerce Skills for Entrepreneurs in Northern Thailand U.S. Consulate General Chiang Mai partnered with the Bank of Thailand’s northern regional office, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA), and Amazon Global Selling Thailand to train more than 80 entrepreneurs across northern Thailand on how to power up their e-commerce skills. …
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Joint Statement on the Third United States – Thailand Joint Committee Meeting on Science and Technology The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States and Thailand after the third meeting of the United States – Thailand Joint Committee on Science and Technology. Begin Text: Today, June 22, 2023, …
Read More» USS Rafael Peralta to visit Thailand The USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) will make a scheduled visit to Thailand June 25-29, 2023. U.S. Navy port visits are an opportunity to strengthen the U.S.-Thai security partnership and advance people-to-people ties. During the visit, Rafael Peralta leadership will conduct meetings with counterparts in the Royal Thai …
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U.S. Consulate General Chiang Mai Celebrates 247th Independence Day of United States Chargé d’affaires Gwen Cardno and Consul General Lisa Buzenas hosted U.S. Consulate General Chiang Mai’s Independence Day celebration on June 15, which was attended by our counterparts, colleagues, and friends, including guests from all 15 provinces in our consular district. Attendees enjoyed our …
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Nonimmigrant Visa Issuance (“Reciprocity”) Fees Applicants from certain countries may be required to pay a visa issuance fee after their application is approved. These fees are based on “reciprocity” (what another country charges a U.S. citizen for a similar-type of visa). The United States strives to eliminate visa issuance fees whenever possible, however, when a …
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AFRIMS Celebrates 62 Years of Pioneering Medical Research and Transformative Contributions to Thailand The Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Sciences (AFRIMS) proudly commemorates its 62nd anniversary, highlighting its remarkable achievements in medical research and profound impact on public health in Thailand. Celebratory ceremonies held at the Phya Thai Palace and AFRIMS Headquarters brought together …
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Ambassador Godec and Consul General Buzenas Deepen Partnerships in Mekong Region During a May visit to Thailand’s northernmost province of Chiang Rai, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Robert Godec and Chiang Mai Consul General Buzenas met with local officials, civil society leaders, educators, and law enforcement partners to discuss deepening our partnerships in the Mekong Region. …
Read More» U.S.-Thailand Co-Host Ratchaphruek Radiological Medical Response Workshop May 16-18, 2023 The Kingdom of Thailand and the United States co-hosted the Ratchaphruek Radiological Medical Response Workshop May 16-18, in Bangkok, Thailand. The workshop demonstrated U.S-Thai leadership to prevent radiological incidents and prepare for the unlikely event of a radiological attack. Conducted by the Thai Ministry of …
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U.S. Air Force General Kenneth S. Wilsbach, Commander of Pacific Air Forces, to visit Thailand May 22-23, 2023 U.S. Air Force General Ken Wilsbach, Commander, Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), will visit Thailand May 22-23 to meet with counterparts in the Royal Thai Air Force. This will be General Wilsbach’s first official visit to Thailand as …
Read More» Statement from U.S. Ambassador Robert Godec Yesterday, tens of millions of people participated in the vote across the Kingdom of Thailand – as election observers, poll workers, members of the media, candidates, and, most importantly, voters. As a longstanding friend and ally of Thailand, the United States looks forward to the final results.
Read More» General Narongpan Jittkaewtae and members of the Royal Thai Army (RTA) general staff will attend the Land Forces of the Pacific (LANPAC) Conference in Oahu, HI from May 15th through 18th. This is GEN Narongpan’s first visit to the United States during his tenure as Chief of the Royal Thai Army. The RTA delegation will …
Read More» Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training Thailand 2023 (CARAT Thailand 23) will take place ashore in Sattahip, Thailand, and at-sea in the gulf of Thailand, May 8-15, 2023. CARAT Thailand 23 is a bilateral exercise between Thailand and the United States which promotes regional security cooperation, maintains and strengthens maritime partnerships, and enhances maritime interoperability between …
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Admiral Samuel Paparo, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, to visit Thailand May 1-2, 2023 Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet (PACFLT), Admiral Samuel Paparo will visit Thailand May 1-2 to meet with senior leaders and counterparts in the Royal Thai Navy. This will be Admiral Paparo’s second visit to the Kingdom of Thailand since …
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The U.S. Navy Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (CSG-11) will make a scheduled visit to Thailand April 24-29, 2023. U.S. Navy port visits are an opportunity to strengthen the U.S.-Thai security partnership and advance people-to-people ties. During the visit, the Strike Group flagship USS Nimitz (CVN 68) will host a reception to celebrate the 190th anniversary …
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Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific to Visit Thailand April 17-20, 2023 General Charles Flynn, Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific, will visit Thailand to meet with counterparts from the Royal Thai Army on 17 – 20 April. This will be General Flynn’s second visit to Thailand as the Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific, …
Read More» Statement by Secretary Antony J. Blinken April 12, 2023 Thailand New Year – Songkran On behalf of the Government and people of the United States of America, I wish the people of the Kingdom of Thailand a peaceful and prosperous new year ahead on the occasion of Songkran on April 13. As the United States …
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USTDA, Thailand Partner on Pumped Storage Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency announced that it has awarded a grant to the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) for a feasibility study to support the development of a grid-connected pumped storage hydropower (PSH) plant at the Vajiralongkorn Dam in western Thailand. The PSH plant would serve as a …
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Call for Application Announcement Fall 2023 YSEALI Academic Fellowship U.S. Embassy Bangkok is now accepting applications for the Fall 2023 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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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY BANGKOK, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Bangkok FY23 Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Number: 01-2023-01 Deadline for Applications: July 31, 2023 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Maximum for Each Award: $25,000 (Larger awards may be considered for …
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USTDA Promotes Supply Chain Resilience in Thailand Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency announced that it has awarded a grant to the Thai Ministry of Transport’s Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP) for technical assistance to strengthen Thailand’s supply chain network and advance the decarbonization of its freight transportation system. USTDA’s …
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Forgo fraud this tax season: IRS-CI issues tips to protect your wallet, identity WASHINGTON – Tax season kicks off Jan. 23, and IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) reminds U.S. taxpayers to take extra steps to protect their identities and wallets when filing their taxes. “Education and outreach are key to preventing tax fraud,” said IRS-CI Chief …
Read More» IRS-CI reminds taxpayers living abroad of filing season requirements WASHINGTON – Tax season takes place January 23 through April 18, and IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) reminds U.S. citizens and green card holders living abroad to follow the same rules for paying taxes as if they were residing in the U.S. U.S. taxpayers are subject to …
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U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Robert F. Godec’s Remarks at Krungthep Turakij newspaper’s seminar on “Geopolitics: The Big Challenge for Business” Monday, January 23, 2023 Vice Minister, Chairman and CEO of the Nation Group, Managing Editor of the Nation Group, ladies and gentlemen, Sawasdee Khrap! It is a great honor to be here today. So I …
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Today, the U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Robert F. Godec and Dr. Karen M. St. Germain, Earth Science Division Director at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), launched the SERVIR-Southeast Asia program – a collaboration between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and NASA – to help communities across Southeast Asia adapt to …
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United States Donates CBRN Detection Equipment to Thailand The United States Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) donated chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) detection equipment worth USD $2.1 million to the Kingdom of Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) during a handover ceremony on December 9, 2022 at DDPM headquarters in Bangkok. Mr. …
Read More» Overview Each year, the Julia Taft Fund awards grants of up to $25,000 USD per country to address 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 Refugees (UNHCR), the …
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The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2023 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 …
Read More» STATEMENT BY SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN Thailand National Day December 5, 2022 On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the Kingdom of Thailand as it celebrates Thai National Day. This past year, the United States and Thailand have strengthened our partnership and alliance. Thailand successfully hosted the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, and …
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Readout of Vice President Harris’s Roundtable Discussion with Environmental and Clean Energy Leaders in Thailand Vice President Kamala Harris today convened civil society leaders engaged in climate action and environmental activism in Northern Thailand and business leaders advancing Thailand’s clean energy transition. The Vice President reiterated the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to support a sustainable and clean energy …
Read More» FACT SHEET: Vice President Harris Announces New U.S. Support for Clean Energy in the Mekong Region The Vice President’s visit to Thailand is reaffirming United States’ commitment to the stability, peace, prosperity, and sustainable development of the Mekong sub-region through cooperation with Mekong-region countries. In Bangkok, the Vice President is convening civil society leaders involved in …
Read More» FACT SHEET: Vice President Harris Announces New Initiatives to Strengthen U.S.-Thailand Alliance and to Support Mekong Sub-Region Vice President Kamala Harris’s trip to Thailand is strengthening the U.S.-Thailand strategic partnership and alliance for many years to come. The Vice President is expanding our bilateral cooperation on areas such as the climate crisis and economic development …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 17, 2022 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai in Bangkok. Secretary Blinken and Deputy Prime Minister Don reaffirmed the importance of the U.S.-Thailand treaty alliance and partnership, as well as …
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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 …
Read More» Statement by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Shooting in Thailand The United States was horrified by the tragic shooting at a day care center in Nong Bua Lam Phu Province, Thailand. The images are heartbreaking and our deepest condolences go out to the families who lost loved ones. We condemn this act of violence …
Read More» Statement by Secretary Antony J. Blinken Mass Shooting in Thailand We are deeply saddened by the tragedy in Nong Bua Lam Phu Province, where a gunman took the lives of at least 38 people, including 24 children. This violence is both senseless and heartbreaking. We stand with the people of Thailand and extend our deepest …
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Statement on the tragic event in Nong Bua Lam Phu Province The Embassy of the United States of America in Bangkok is saddened by the tragic event in Nong Bua Lam Phu Province. We stand with the people of Thailand and offer our deepest condolences to the victims and their families.
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USTDA Assists Thailand’s Fight Against Cancer The U.S. Trade and Development Agency announced it awarded a grant to Thailand’s AMATA Corporation Public Company Limited (AMATA) for a feasibility study to develop a regional oncology center in Chonburi Province. USTDA’s assistance will advance AMATA’s and Thailand’s goal of providing access to world-class cancer treatment to hundreds …
Read More» Announcement for 2023 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok invites interested scholars to apply to summer 2023 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars. The program will take place over the course of five-to-six weeks beginning in June 2023. Applicants can download the application form on the U.S. Embassy …
Read More» Announcement for 2023 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested secondary school educators to apply to the Summer 2023 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary School Educators. The program will take place over the course of five weeks beginning in June 2023. PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Study of the U.S. …
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USTDA Helps Thailand Design Smart Cities Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a technical assistance grant to Thailand’s Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA) to advance the development of smart city projects and critical information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure for Phuket. “Thailand has an ambitious smart cities agenda, and USTDA is proud to …
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Phuket Smart Cities Grant Signing Bangkok, Thailand September 19, 2022 Information on USTDA’s Grant What is USTDA? The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is the U.S. Government’s international project planning agency. USTDA’s on-demand project preparation tools (grants for feasibility studies, technical assistance, and pilot projects) and partnership building programs (reverse trade missions, workshops, and …
Read More» Overview of USTDA’s program in Thailand The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is the U.S. Government’s international project preparation agency. USTDA funds project development activities (feasibility studies, technical assistance, and pilot projects) and partnership building programs (reverse trade missions, workshops, and training) that support infrastructure development and economic growth in partner countries. Utilizing its …
Read More» U.S. Department of Commerce Assistant Secretary Arun Venkataraman is leading a trade mission of 12 U.S. healthcare companies to Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam, September 19-23. In Thailand, the delegation of U.S. businesses will have one-on-one meetings with potential buyers and partners to foster new business relationships that support economic growth in both of our countries. …
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USAID, DNP, AND WildAid Launch Media Campaign to End Demand for Ivory Products Bangkok, September 19, 2022 – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Thailand’s Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) and WildAid launched the “Only Elephants Wear Ivory Best” campaign to reduce the use and purchase of jewelry and accessories …
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Call for Application Announcement Spring 2023 YSEALI Academic Fellowship U.S. Embassy Bangkok is now accepting applications for the Spring 2023 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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Remarks by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Gwen Cardno Commemoration of Seri Thai Movement September 2, 2022 Good afternoon. I would like to thank the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) for hosting this event and for always striving to bring national attention to the Free Thai movement. I’d like to acknowledge the President of the Privy …
Read More» Admiral Samuel Paparo, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, to visit Thailand August 18-21, 2022 Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet (PACFLT), Admiral Samuel Paparo will visit Thailand August 18-21 to meet with senior leaders and counterparts in the Royal Thai Navy. This will be Admiral Paparo’s first visit to the Kingdom of Thailand since …
Read More» USTDA Advances Plastic Recycling in Thailand On August 16, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a $695,820 grant to Thailand’s VAO Energy Co., Ltd. (VAO) for a feasibility study to develop a large plastic recycling facility that will strengthen Thailand’s waste management efforts and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “USTDA fully supports Thailand’s ambitious goals …
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Lieutenant General James B. Jarrard, Deputy Commanding General for the U.S. Army Pacific, to visit Thailand August 15-18, 2022 Deputy Commanding General for the U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC), Lieutenant General (LTG) James B. Jarrard, will visit Thailand August 15-18 to meet with senior leaders and counterparts in the Royal Thai Army. This will be LTG …
Read More» Message from Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath in Honor of The 90th Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, August 12, 2022 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 90th birthday. We wish …
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Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Bangkok (10 August 2022) Location: More Than 60 Countries Worldwide Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Monkeypox in Multiple Countries . Actions to Take: Travelers should AVOID : Close contact with sick people, including those with skin lesions or genital lesions. Contact with dead or live …
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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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Mae Sai School for the Blind Receives Support from Rotary Club of Thai Town and U.S. Civil Affairs Team On July 27, 2022, the Rotary Club of Thai Town, Los Angeles, and the U.S. Embassy Civil Affairs Team donated a collection of items and sponsored a lunch for students at the Mae Sai School for …
Read More» Message from U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Michael G. Heath on the Occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s 70th Birthday, July 28, 2022 On the occasion of the 70th birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, the United States Mission to the Kingdom of Thailand offers our most sincere congratulations. The United …
Read More» Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro to visit Thailand July 23-25, 2022 Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro will visit Thailand July 23-25 to meet with senior leaders and counterparts in the Royal Thai Navy. This is the Secretary’s first visit to Thailand since being sworn into his position and is part of …
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Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies Director to Visit Thailand July 18-22, 2022 Rear Admiral (retired) Pete Gumataotao, Director of the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS), will visit Thailand from July 18-22. Director Gumataotao will lead a delegation of APCSS faculty who will support the 2022 Senior Security Studies Program (SSSP), organized …
Read More» The United States-Thailand Relationship FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON July 9, 2022 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Bangkok, Thailand where he will meet with Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai to reaffirm the U.S.-Thai alliance and the U.S. commitment to the Indo-Pacific …
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Read More» 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, …
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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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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 …
Read More» 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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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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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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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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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U.S. Mission Thailand Supports English Training for Chiang Mai Municipal Schoolteachers in New Bilingual Program U.S. Mission Thailand congratulates the Chiang Mai teachers who successfully completed a U.S.-funded training course for a new bilingual program which will be introduced later this year in Chiang Mai municipal schools. The Mayor of Chiang Mai Municipality Mr. Assanee …
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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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Joint Press Release USAID and UNICEF help Thailand fight the latest wave of COVID-19 Nearly three million syringes distributed nationwide in support of the vaccination campaign BANGKOK, 27 April 2022 – The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), continues to build upon its ongoing, …
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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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General Charles Flynn, Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific, will visit Thailand to meet with counterparts from the Royal Thai Army on 23 – 25 March. While in Thailand, he will participate in the Closing Ceremony for Hanuman Guardian, an annual bilateral exercise between the Royal Thai Army and U.S. Army Pacific, and visit the …
Read More» 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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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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U.S. Mission Thailand Supports Conservation of Thailand’s Cultural Heritage in Mae Hong Son For Immediate Release March 2, 2022 On March 2, the U.S. Mission to Thailand announced a $220,000 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) award to Silpakorn University for the conservation of ancient log coffins of Phi Man Long Long Rak Cave, …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» Statement by Press Secretary Jen Psaki on the United States Hosting APEC in 2023 February 10, 2022 We’re proud that the United States will be the host of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in 2023, underscoring our commitment to advance fair and open trade and investment, bolster American competitiveness, and ensure a free and open …
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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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While the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is constructing a new office building, we’re also preserving important existing structures. The Royal Sala and Sala Thai, constructed in 1988 to commemorate His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great’s 60th birthday, will remain a prominent feature of our new compound. The Royal Sala and Sala Thai are dedicated …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (December 5, 2021) Location: Thailand Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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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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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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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Charge d’Affaires Michael Heath and Consul General Sean O’Neill met with the new Chiang Mai Governor Mr. Prajon Pratsakun during Charge Heath’s visit to Chiang Mai this week. CDA Heath reaffirmed the strong U.S.-Thai partnership in northern Thailand on a range of areas including health, environment and economic cooperation. He sends his warm wishes to …
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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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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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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 …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bangkok is now accepting applications for the Spring 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 theme with each Institute composed of up to 22 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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Read More» 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. …
Read More» 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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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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The United States continues to support efforts in northern Thailand to address air quality. On September 2, the U.S. Mission to Thailand donated 81 air purifiers to Chiang Mai Provincial Education Office. These air purifiers, worth approximately $15,000 (485,000 THB), will be distributed to 25 schools in Chiang Mai. Since 2019, the U.S. government has …
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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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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. …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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U.S. Mission Thailand Supports Fire Response in Mae Hong Son The United States continued its support for firefighting efforts in northern Thailand through a donation of equipment and materials to assist firefighters and volunteers in Mae Hong Son. On June 30, the U.S. Mission to Thailand donated equipment to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation in Mae Hong Son. The contribution included leaf blowers, N95 masks, and firefighting equipment with a total value …
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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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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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, May 28, 2021 Auction Sale Catalogue (PDF 108KB) Brochure (Shown below)
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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U.S. Government Continues to Support Better Air Quality Northern Thailand In recognition of the Air Quality Awareness Week (May 3-7), the United States is donating equipment to Chiang Mai Province to help control wildfires that contribute to hazardous air quality in Northern Thailand. In April and May this year, the U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai donated equipment supplied by the U.S. Department of Defense …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (April 30, 2021) Location: Thailand Event: Thailand Imposes New Restrictions Beginning May 1 The Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) announced the extension of the quarantine period for all arrivals beginning May 1, 2021. Until further notice, all arrivals who hold Certificates of Entry (COE) issued on or later …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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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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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 …
Read More» Brochure and Catalogue of Embassy Public Live Auction on Friday, February 26, 2021 Auction Sale Catalogue (PDF 154KB) Brochure (Shown below)
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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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» Domestic Travel Restrictions Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, the Thai government and provincial governments are enacting a variety of emergency disease control measures. The Thai government has extended its emergency decree until February 28, 2021. A growing number of provinces are categorized by the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) as “red zones” (28 as of January 6, including Bangkok and Nonthaburi) and …
Read More» Location: Affected areas in Thailand including: Samut Sakhon Rayong Bangkok Nonthaburi Event: Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health continues to report a rise in new cases of locally-transmitted Covid-19, most of which are related to the outbreak at a seafood market at Samut Sakhon and a smaller cluster associated with a social gathering in Rayong. On …
Read More» 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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Read More» 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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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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The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2021 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 2021 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 Instrution (EMI) by Ohio University Fostering Student Motivation and Engagement (FSME) by University of Oregon Teaching Grammar Communicatively (TGC) by World Learning- SIT …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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The United States government donated public health supplies including handwashing stations and personal protective equipment valued at $14,500 USD (approximately 450,000 THB) on July 20 to support Mae Fah Luang University’s effort to assist vulnerable migrant and ethnic communities in Chiang Rai in response to the spread of COVID-19. The U.S. Consulate General in Chiang …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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U.S. Government Commits to Countering Transnational Crime with Royal Thai Government On June 24, the United States donated investigative tools with a value of approximately 3.11 million THB (100,000 USD) to the Royal Thai Government to counter transnational crime and fight drug trafficking as part of a longstanding U.S.-Thai law enforcement partnership. Consul General Sean …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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U.S. Mission Thailand Support to Fire Response in Northern Thailand In recognition of Air Quality Awareness Week, The United States is donating supplies to assist firefighters and volunteers in Chiang Mai province battling blazes that have contributed to hazardous air quality in northern Thailand. On May 8, the U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai donated equipment …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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, …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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On April 9, the United States Government assisted the Royal Thailand Government in a large-scale operation against five drug trafficking networks with money laundering operations worth over 3 billion baht (approximately US$100 million). With support from U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Chiang Mai Sensitive Investigative Unit (SIU), the Royal Thai Government arrested 15 suspects who …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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. …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MARCH 26, 2020 The U.S. government has rapidly mobilized unprecedented resources to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, both at home and abroad. Today, I am pleased to announce that the United States has made available nearly $274 million in emergency health and humanitarian funding. Along with the …
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(From ShareAmerica , March 26, 2020) Within weeks of learning about the deadly coronavirus outbreak that originated in China, officials in South Korea stood up laboratories to support testing of 20,000 citizens per day. In Taiwan, authorities began daily press conferences to inform the public and dispel rumors. And in the United States, the National Institutes …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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, …
Read More» 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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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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Travel Advisory: Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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The American English E-Teacher Program 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? Teaching Grammar Communicatively by World Learning- SIT Grad Institute Integrating Critical Thinking into the Exploration of Culture in an EFL Setting by World Learning- SIT Grad Institute …
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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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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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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On February 11, the United States donated electronic equipment with a value of approximately $30,000 to the Royal Thai Government to fight drug trafficking and transnational crime as part of a longstanding U.S.-Thai law enforcement partnership. Consul General Sean O’Neill, joined by DEA Chiang Mai Resident Agent in Charge John Grindean, presented the equipment to …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand (January 31, 2020) Location: Thailand Event: On January 31, 2020 the Thailand Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) announced 19 confirmed cases of novel Coronavirus in Thailand. There is an ongoing outbreak of pneumonia first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. Additionally, the MoPH confirmed the …
Read More» 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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Honoring our past and celebrating our future! The United States is proud to provide a $150,000 grant to Chiang Mai University for the “Conservation of Traditional Lanna Architecture in Chiang Mai” through the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (#AFCP) 2019 program. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Michael Heath and U.S. Consul General Chiang Mai Sean O’Neill were …
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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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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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On December 16, the United States donated electronic equipment with a value of approximately $20,000 to the Royal Thai Government to fight drug trafficking and transnational crime as part of a longstanding U.S.-Thai law enforcement partnership. Consul General Sean O’Neill, joined by DEA Chiang Mai Resident Agent in Charge John Grindean, presented the equipment to …
Read More» 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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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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(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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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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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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Read More» U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested secondary educators to apply for three summer 2020 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators which will take place over the course of five weeks beginning in late May/early June 2020. 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-2019-susi-secondary-educators.docx . Applications must …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested scholars to apply for 2020 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 Freedom and Pluralism U.S. Economics and …
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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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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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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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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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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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The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Thailand is pleased to announce the call for applications for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Academic Fellowships for Spring 2020! Program Overview The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) is a public diplomacy program designed to advance regional strategic goals, break down barriers that …
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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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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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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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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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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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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Bangkok, Thailand – The United States and Thailand met today under the U.S.-Thailand Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) to discuss the bilateral trade relationship, including the importance of Thailand taking action to reduce the U.S. trade in goods deficit and address the pressing trade concerns at the heart of the ongoing Generalized System of …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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The United States is donating supplies to assist firefighters and volunteers in Chiang Mai province battling blazes that have contributed to hazardous air quality in northern Thailand. On March 29, the U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai contributed an initial tranche of equipment and materials supplied by the Joint U.S. Military Advisory Group Thailand (JUSMAGTHAI) …
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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, …
Read More» 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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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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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 …
Read More» 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, …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» Funding Opportunity Title: 2019 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit Funding Opportunity Number: 19-BKK-NOFO-1 Deadline for Applications: April 5, 2019 CFDA Number: 19.040 Total Amount Available: Up to $600,000 A, Program Description U.S. Embassy Bangkok is seeking proposal submissions for a grant to design, implement, and oversee the 2019 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative …
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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. …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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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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“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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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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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) Large Grants Program Funding Opportunity. Since its inception in 2001, AFCP has helped preserve cultural sites, cultural …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bangkok invites interested secondary school educators (high school teachers) to apply for the Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs) for Secondary School Educators which will take place in early June through July 2019. Applicants can download the application form on the U.S. Embassy Bangkok website via this link (PDF 595KB). Applications must be received at the Media and Cultural Section, U.S. Embassy Bangkok no …
Read More» 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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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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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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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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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Bangkok – September 19, 2018: Google Thailand has partnered with the U.S. Mission in Thailand to offer digital literacy training to university teachers and students as well as schools in the vicinity at the American Corners at Chiang Mai University, Mahasarakham University, Yala Rajabhat University, and Prince of Songkla University (Pattani Campus) under the theme …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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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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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 …
Read More» 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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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 …
Read More» 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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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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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. …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» “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 …
Read More» 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, …
Read More» 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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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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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 …
Read More» The United States is deeply worried about the young soccer players and their coach missing in the Tham Luang Cave in northern Thailand, as well as their families and supporters. The United States Pacific Command (PACOM) has sent a search and rescue team at the request of the Royal Thai government to assist in locating …
Read More» Please complete the attached grant application (Download here) (Microsoft Word 46KB), answering all questions in full. This is the initial announcement of this funding opportunity EAP07272018 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 19.124 Application Deadline: July 27, 2018 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Department of State Bureau of East Asia Pacific Affairs (EAP) announces an open competition …
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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 …
Read More» 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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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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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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“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 …
Read More» 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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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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