BANGKOK — U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday wrote a well-wishing statement to His Majesty the King Vajiralongkorn to mark the occasion of the monarch’s 65th birthday.
“On behalf of the American people, Melania and I send you our warm greetings on the occasion of your 65th birthday,” Trump wrote in a statement posted on the Facebook page of the US Embassy in Bangkok early this morning.
The letter reiterates the long-standing relations between both nations, dating back to the reign of King Rama II in the 19th century.
“The friendship between the United States and Thailand spans almost 200 years, dating back to the early days of the Chakri Dynasty when King Rama II first wrote to President James Monroe. The United States deeply values our enduring alliance and friendship with Thailand,” the letter read.
“We look forward to building on our successful partnership to enhance our collective security, deepen ties between our peoples, and promote increased trade and investment between our two great nations,” Trump’s letter continued, before ending with his best wishes for King Rama X and the royal family.
