US Department of State, “Panpree” met with “Antony Blinken” and revealed that there was great success in discussing areas of “security-trade-investment” and helping Myanmar in the areas of humanity Ready to ask the United States to help coordinate the release of another 8 Thai hostages from Hamas.
Today, February 12, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. (local time in Washington, United States). which is 12 hours later than Thailand time) At the US Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Panpree Phitthanukorn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Had bilateral discussions with Mr. Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State of the United States. On the occasion of his official visit to the United States
After discussion Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Gave an interview to the media that this visit was considered a great success and the United States began to take more interest in the ASEAN region. Especially Thailand which is an important strategic point. Meanwhile, Thailand has expressed its readin
ess for the Prime Minister’s visit to the United States. If you receive a formal invitation
for discussions with Secretary of State Antony Blinken We discussed all aspects including security, economy, trade, investment, especially Thailand’s provision of humanitarian assistance to the people of Myanmar. The US Secretary of State has supported Thailand in this matter. In addition, he told about the current situation in Myanmar. Especially regarding the Thai-Myanmar border. to discuss progress on the next opportunity
As for the issue of cyber security, Mr. Panpree stated that both sides are interested in this issue. He brought up the time he went to the Mae Sot border area, Tak Province, about crimes along the border being something that Thailand does not want to happen. and causing distress to the people of both countries, therefore wanting cooperation to prevent international threats
Mr. Panpree also mentioned the Landbridge project and said that he had talked with the Minister of Commerce and Mr. Amos Hoc
hstein, Senior Advisor to the President of the United States. Energy and investment Pay attention to trade Investing with Thailand and the Land Bridge project that has received many inquiries for details. which Thailand stated When ready, details will be sent immediately.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs also said he spoke with Mr. Antony Blinken about the Thai hostages still being held by Hamas. Because it is known that he traveled to Israel many times. and tried to talk about a ceasefire in order to rescue the hostages Therefore it was informed that there are still 8 Thai people remaining arrested. If there is an opportunity to help coordinate or push for the release of all the hostages, including the Thai ones, it would be a good thing.
Source: Thai News Agency