Message to Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra

August 11, 2011

Dear Madam Prime Minister:

I am pleased to convey my congratulations and those of the American people on your election as Prime Minister of Thailand.

I am confident that the strong bonds between our countries will deepen further in the years to come.  I look forward to forging an even closer partnership between our two democratic and free nations based on shared values and mutual respect.

The United States deeply values our enduring friendship and alliance with Thailand.  We look forward to continuing to work together in partnership toward a more peaceful, prosperous, and free world.

Sincerely,

Barack Obama