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| To: <The Government of the United States of America> Odinson From: <Sarabun@gov.mail.go.th> <Government of the Republic of Thailand> Subject: Next Step of the Diplomatic Relations between Thailand and the United States Security Type: NSST Architecture 1.0 |
To the Government of the United States,
The Government of the Republic of Thailand extends its cordial greetings to the Government of the United States of America. We are reaching out to your esteemed nation to discuss the next steps in the diplomatic relations between Thailand and the United States.
Six months ago, following several naval standoffs and diplomatic tensions, President Gore and Prime Minister Thaksin agreed to place our countries' diplomatic relations on hold. The specific detail in this agreement was that there would be a six-month grace period during which neither Thai nor American ships would engage in a naval standoff. This period was understood jointly as the sole prerequisite before any diplomatic gestures or interactions could be initiated by either government.
As the second term of President Gore is ending and Prime Minister Thaksin’s mandate has been strengthened after the 2004 Senate Election, it is imperative for our two governments to establish a stable foundation for future interactions. Both current administrations of Thailand and the United States share the aspiration that our past tensions could be remarked upon humorously by future leaders. Thailand views this six-month milestone as the first step toward realizing such a vision.
Prime Minister Thaksin recognizes that Thailand’s past failures to comply with international laws, whether intentional or not, are unequivocally reprehensible. These indiscretions undermine the vision of our Republic’s founding figures, who aspired for our nation to uphold the rule of law and prioritize social justice in all political discourse. Moreover, it is dishonorable for Thailand, a country that strives to be a beacon of democracy and human rights in a more authoritarian world, to continue portraying itself as such without acknowledging these past transgressions.
Today, as we mark six months since the last interaction between the United States and Thailand, the Thai government also celebrates the six-month milestone of Prime Minister Thaksin’s second administration. Following his successful effort to restore civilian oversight of the military at the end of his first term, one of his key commitments has been to revitalize the Thai-American alliance after nearly a decade of weakening ties. The Thai government believes that Thailand has undergone significant positive changes since our last interaction, and we see unprecedented opportunities for potential collaboration with the United States.
Other than the United Kingdom, the United States and Thailand are now leading the world in technology and innovation. We have seen an unprecedented increase in research and development funding, resulting in technological advancements that would have been considered part of science fiction in the early 1990s. Recent academic publications consistently show that global temperatures have been rising over the past century, presenting a significant existential threat to humanity and future generations.
Thailand trusts that time has proven the positive trajectory of our diplomatic relations with the United States, based on mutual respect, understanding, and shared values of democracy, rule of law, and human rights. We welcome the reestablishment of the American embassy in Bangkok or any proposals from the United States to continue our long-standing diplomatic ties.
Sincerely,
Chuan Leekpai
Secretary of Government
Office of the Prime Minister
Republic of Thailand
Six months ago, following several naval standoffs and diplomatic tensions, President Gore and Prime Minister Thaksin agreed to place our countries' diplomatic relations on hold. The specific detail in this agreement was that there would be a six-month grace period during which neither Thai nor American ships would engage in a naval standoff. This period was understood jointly as the sole prerequisite before any diplomatic gestures or interactions could be initiated by either government.
As the second term of President Gore is ending and Prime Minister Thaksin’s mandate has been strengthened after the 2004 Senate Election, it is imperative for our two governments to establish a stable foundation for future interactions. Both current administrations of Thailand and the United States share the aspiration that our past tensions could be remarked upon humorously by future leaders. Thailand views this six-month milestone as the first step toward realizing such a vision.
Prime Minister Thaksin recognizes that Thailand’s past failures to comply with international laws, whether intentional or not, are unequivocally reprehensible. These indiscretions undermine the vision of our Republic’s founding figures, who aspired for our nation to uphold the rule of law and prioritize social justice in all political discourse. Moreover, it is dishonorable for Thailand, a country that strives to be a beacon of democracy and human rights in a more authoritarian world, to continue portraying itself as such without acknowledging these past transgressions.
Today, as we mark six months since the last interaction between the United States and Thailand, the Thai government also celebrates the six-month milestone of Prime Minister Thaksin’s second administration. Following his successful effort to restore civilian oversight of the military at the end of his first term, one of his key commitments has been to revitalize the Thai-American alliance after nearly a decade of weakening ties. The Thai government believes that Thailand has undergone significant positive changes since our last interaction, and we see unprecedented opportunities for potential collaboration with the United States.
Other than the United Kingdom, the United States and Thailand are now leading the world in technology and innovation. We have seen an unprecedented increase in research and development funding, resulting in technological advancements that would have been considered part of science fiction in the early 1990s. Recent academic publications consistently show that global temperatures have been rising over the past century, presenting a significant existential threat to humanity and future generations.
Thailand trusts that time has proven the positive trajectory of our diplomatic relations with the United States, based on mutual respect, understanding, and shared values of democracy, rule of law, and human rights. We welcome the reestablishment of the American embassy in Bangkok or any proposals from the United States to continue our long-standing diplomatic ties.
Sincerely,
Chuan Leekpai
Secretary of Government
Office of the Prime Minister
Republic of Thailand
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