A Free and Open Indo-Pacific Secretary Antony J. Blinken December 14, 2021 Universitas Indonesia Jakarta, Indonesia MS KUSUMAYATI: Excellency, ambassadors, ASEAN Secretary General, Honorable Rector of Universitas Indonesia, and the chairperson of the U.S.-Indonesia Board of Trustees, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen: First of all, let’s praise our God Almighty for the blessings that we …
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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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REMARKS AMBASSADOR ATUL KESHAP, PRINCIPAL DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS FRIENDS OF THE MEKONG POLICY DIALOGUE JANUARY 12, 2021 Thank you Assistant Minister Nguyen Van Thao and Vietnam for co-chairing this first Policy Dialogue under the new Mekong-U.S. Partnership and Friends of the Mekong. And allow me to wish everyone a happy new …
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Ambassador Michael George DeSombre’s Closing Remarks Indo-Pacific Virtual Conference on Strengthening Governance of Transboundary Rivers I would like to start by thanking Satu Limaye and the organizers at the East-West Center, Assistant Secretary Stillwell and my colleagues at the State Department, and of course you all – experts from across Asia and beyond – who …
Read More» The Mekong River, Mekong Sovereignty, and the Future of Southeast Asia REMARKS DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS INDO-PACIFIC CONFERENCE ON STRENGTHENING TRANSBOUNDARY RIVER GOVERNANCE VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE OCTOBER 15, 2020 (As Prepared) Thank you to Satu Limaye and the East-West Center, and thank you to all who are …
Read More» Na-ma-sa-gan. Thank you to the Venerable Professor Dr. Phra Rajapariyatkavi for your warm welcome, for sharing your beautiful campus with me, and for inviting me to speak to you all today. Thank you also to Vice Rector Phra Ajaan Sawai Chotiko and his team for arranging my visit. I am deeply honored to be President …
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U.S. Independence Day Celebration Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Peter Haymond Good evening. In keeping with this year’s Hawaiian luau theme, I’d also like to say to all of our guests, aloha. Distinguished guests, ambassadors, colleagues, ladies and gentlemen – Mahalo nui loa. Thank you all very much for joining Dusadee and I and all of …
Read More» On behalf of the United States Embassy in Thailand, I offer heartfelt condolences at the news of the passing of General Prem Tinsulanonda, statesman and President of the Privy Council. We recall his years of distinguished service to the people of Thailand in many capacities, including as former Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand. …
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Statement by Secretary Pompeo on Vesak Day On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I send wishes of peace and joy to everyone celebrating Vesak Day on May 19. As Buddhist communities unite across the globe to celebrate the founder of Buddhism, Siddhartha Gautama, we honor the values of compassion, charity, …
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Office of the Press Secretary February 27, 2019 Remarks by President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in a 1:1 Conversation Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam 6:33 P.M. ICT CHAIRMAN KIM: (As interpreted.) So it’s exactly 261 days since we met last …
Read More» Tuesday, December 5, 2018 Ambassador Virachai, distinguished guests, it is an honor to join you tonight to celebrate the National Day of the Kingdom of Thailand. In 1862, President Lincoln wrote to his “great and good friend,” King Mongkut. His letter was exhibited in Bangkok earlier this year with other gifts and correspondence exchanged between …
Read More» This week my thoughts are with the people of Thailand as we witness the cremation of His Late Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej – a true humanitarian, visionary, and friend to the United States. Next year we will celebrate the bicentennial of the first official contact between our two great nations. His Late Majesty championed our …
Read More» Your Majesty: On behalf of the people and Government of the United States, I wish Your Majesty a joyous 65th birthday. The United States of America and the Kingdom of Thailand have been friends for almost two centuries. Thailand was the United States’ first treaty partner in Asia – a formal relationship dating back to …
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The White House Washington July 26, 2017 His Majesty Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun King of Thailand Bangkok Your Majesty: On behalf of the American people, Melania and I send you our warm greetings on the occasion of your 65th birthday. The friendship between the United States and Thailand spans almost 200 years, dating back to the …
Read More» On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer heartfelt warm wishes to the people of Thailand on the anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Aduyladej’s birthday, this December 5. We note with sadness the passing of King Bhumibol, who would have been 89 years old on this day. We remember His Majesty …
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Remarks by Ambassador Samantha Power, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, at a UN General Assembly Tribute to the Memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, October 28, 2016 Good morning, everybody. This is one of the many days that I feel very privileged to represent the host country of the United Nations so …
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On behalf of President Obama and the American people, it is my pleasure to wish Her Majesty Queen Sirikit a joyous 84th birthday. Queen Sirikit has inspired many in Thailand and beyond with her deep compassion for the Thai people and tireless service to her nation. On this auspicious day, we honor her many contributions …
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On behalf of the United States Embassy in Bangkok, U.S. citizens resident in Thailand, and of the American Government and people, I extend heartfelt gratitude to Their Majesties King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit for their kind message of condolence and support regarding the recent senseless attack in Orlando, Florida. I also wish to sincerely …
Read More» On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I offer our warmest wishes to all those celebrating Vesak Day. We wish you a joyous commemoration of the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism. In honor of Vesak Day, we recognize the contributions to thought, culture, and belief that Buddhism, …
Read More» Michelle and I extend our warmest wishes to Buddhists in the United States and around the world in their celebration of Vesak, a day honoring the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Buddha. During this season, we reflect on Buddha’s universal teachings of peace, service, and recognition of common humanity — shared values that also bind …
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Your Majesty: On behalf of the American people, I extended our best wishes to you on your 88th birthday this December 5. I would like to take this auspicious occasion to express my profound appreciation for your many significant contributions to the U.S.-Thai alliance. Your vision and efforts have advanced the cause of peace and …
Read More» Your Majesty: I extend my warmest congratulations to you on the occasion of your 83rd birthday. On this special day, I honor your deep compassion for the Thai people and unflagging commitment to the development of your beautiful country. Your work has improved the livelihoods of numerous Thai people and inspired others in Thailand and …
Read More» John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC Your Majesty: On behalf of the American people, I extend my warmest wishes on the occasion of your eighty-second birthday. Your efforts have improved the lives of millions of Thai citizens and inspired others to contribute to the well-being of your wonderful country. I have fond memories of …
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