Prime minister congratulates Donald Trump on election victory

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In phone call to Trump, Paetongtarn Shinawatra affirms Thailand's readiness to work with US

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra spoke via telephone with US President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday after his election victory early this month. 

Paetongtarn extended her congratulations to Trump on his success in the recent election and expressed anticipation of his upcoming term as president.

During the call, the prime minister emphasised Thailand's readiness to collaborate closely with the United States. She also expressed hope for opportunities to facilitate high-level exchanges between the two countries and extended an invitation for Trump to visit Thailand.

In response, Trump thanked the prime minister and praised Thailand as a beautiful country. He inquired about the current situation in Thailand and commended the prime minister's leadership. He assured her of the United States' continued support for Thailand.