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Sihasak explains coup to US media
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 10/07/2014
» NEW YORK: Foreign Ministry permanent secretary Sihasak Phuangketkeow has urged US media to gain a better understanding of Thai politics, explaining the latest putsch in Thailand differed from coups in other countries in several ways, especially the "benevolent intentions" behind seizing power.
Royal pardon sets Veera free
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 02/07/2014
» Political activist Veera Somkhwamkid was released from a Cambodian prison yesterday evening after receiving a royal pardon from Cambodia's King Norodom Sihamoni. He had spent more than three years in jail.
Thailand guarantees safety of Cambodian workers
Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 01/07/2014
» Thailand emphasised its need for Cambodian workers to drive the economy during talks in Phnom Pehn on Tuesday, and guaranteed the government its people will be safe and cared for.
Envoys say West softens on coup
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 13/06/2014
» The United States and several other Western countries now have a better understanding of political developments in Thailand after the junta seized power from the caretaker government on May 22, Thai ambassadors and consuls-general say.
EU adds voice to chorus of international concern
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 15/12/2013
» The EU has joined more than 40 countries in expressing support for the Feb 2 general election, with a representative calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict through democratic means.
US-Thai ties likely to stay the course
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 02/11/2012
» Thailand's relationship with the United States is likely to stay the same no matter who wins the US presidential election next week, the Foreign Ministry said yesterday.
Foreign affairs policy 'adrift' under Surapong's stewardship
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 20/08/2012
» While Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul says he is satisfied with his performance after one year in office, the opposition party and academics are disappointed over foreign affairs policy under his direction.
China seeks assurances on U-tapao
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 07/07/2012
» Thailand will try to ease China's concerns over the United States' request to use U-tapao military airport in Rayong as a regional humanitarian relief centre, said Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul yesterday.
OIC urges govt to lift state of emergency
News, Thanida Tansubhapol, Published on 09/05/2012
» The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation has asked the government to lift emergency rule in the three southernmost provinces.