Thailand, US in 'proactive' trade talksPrime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha welcomes Michael George DeSombre during the new US ambassador's visit to Government House on Wednesday. (Government House photo)Thailand and the United States on Wednesday discussed “proactive” economic, trade and investment cooperation, which will be crucial for salvaging the economy in the aftermath of the new coronavirus pandemic. The discussion was carried out between Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and Michael George DeSombre, the new US ambassador to Thailand, during the latter’s visit to introduce himself to Gen Prayut at Government House. He also thanked the US for a supply of personal protective equipment donated to Thailand for use on medical staff handling Covid-19-infected patients. The US ambassador said he intended to work hard towards promoting and strengthening economic partnership between the US and Thailand.

Source: Bangkok Post April 08, 2020 11:25 UTC