Bangkok--Oct 2--MFA
Today marks the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the Republic of Korea. On behalf of the Royal Thai Government, it is indeed a great honour and pleasure for me to extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Government and people of the Republic of Korea on this auspicious occasion.
On 1 October 1958, Thailand and the Republic of Korea established diplomatic ties. There can be no doubt that, for the past 50 years, Thailand and the Republic of Korea have enjoyed increasingly close and cordial relations whether in the social, economic or cultural spheres, as well as the deepening of our mutual understanding and friendship. Yet close ties between our two countries predate the official start of diplomatic relations on 1 October 1958. Thailand was one of the first countries to send troops to defend the fledgling Republic during the Korean War, and more than 6,500 Thai troops served under the United Nations Command throughout that conflict. Today, we remain part of the United Nations Command, a fitting testament to the sacrifice of our soldiers to ensure the freedom and security of the Republic of Korea.
Our two countries stand on the cusp of a transitional period, with the New Year ushering in newly-elected governments for both Thailand and the Republic of Korea. I am optimistic that this bodes well for future relations between our two countries. I am confident that we can both benefit from closer trade links and greater investment. I am also sure that cultural ties will not be forgotten. I am particularly heartened by the fact that President Lee is quite familiar with Thailand, having spent time with Hyundai Thailand to supervise the construction of Petchkasem Road in the south of Thailand. I look forward to welcoming President Lee to Thailand at the end of the year, and I hope that 2008, as well as being the year that celebrates 50 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and the Republic of Korea, will also usher in a new era of co-operation between our two countries and peoples in all areas.
Prime Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Press Division, Department of Information Tel.(02) 643-5170
Fax. (02) 643-5169 E-mail : div0704@mfa.go.th End.
-PM-
Today marks the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the Republic of Korea. On behalf of the Royal Thai Government, it is indeed a great honour and pleasure for me to extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Government and people of the Republic of Korea on this auspicious occasion.
On 1 October 1958, Thailand and the Republic of Korea established diplomatic ties. There can be no doubt that, for the past 50 years, Thailand and the Republic of Korea have enjoyed increasingly close and cordial relations whether in the social, economic or cultural spheres, as well as the deepening of our mutual understanding and friendship. Yet close ties between our two countries predate the official start of diplomatic relations on 1 October 1958. Thailand was one of the first countries to send troops to defend the fledgling Republic during the Korean War, and more than 6,500 Thai troops served under the United Nations Command throughout that conflict. Today, we remain part of the United Nations Command, a fitting testament to the sacrifice of our soldiers to ensure the freedom and security of the Republic of Korea.
Our two countries stand on the cusp of a transitional period, with the New Year ushering in newly-elected governments for both Thailand and the Republic of Korea. I am optimistic that this bodes well for future relations between our two countries. I am confident that we can both benefit from closer trade links and greater investment. I am also sure that cultural ties will not be forgotten. I am particularly heartened by the fact that President Lee is quite familiar with Thailand, having spent time with Hyundai Thailand to supervise the construction of Petchkasem Road in the south of Thailand. I look forward to welcoming President Lee to Thailand at the end of the year, and I hope that 2008, as well as being the year that celebrates 50 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and the Republic of Korea, will also usher in a new era of co-operation between our two countries and peoples in all areas.
Prime Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Press Division, Department of Information Tel.(02) 643-5170
Fax. (02) 643-5169 E-mail : div0704@mfa.go.th End.
-PM-