Embassy of the United States Bangkok, Thailand

Toys For Tots Donation at Camillian Home for Children

Ambassador Kristie Kenney along with a group of U.S. Marine Guards visited the Camillian Home for Children Living with Disabilities in Lat Krabang to distribute toys donated by the U.S. Embassy staff and family as a part of Toys For Tots, our annual New Year charity drive. 

Ambassador Kristie Kenney attended the opening ceremony of the Motor Expo 2011

Ambassador Kristie Kenney, together with senior executives and management from US auto manufacturers Ford and Chevrolet, attended the opening ceremony of the Motor Expo 2011. 

Coca Cola Volunteer Kitchen at the Thai Red Cross

Ambassador Kenney visited Coca Cola Volunteer Kitchen at the Thai Red Cross. 

Ambassador and U.S. Embassy's education team visited Hat Yai

Ambassador Kristie Kenney, together with the Embassy’s education team, visited Had Yai to give ACCESS grants to students. 

From Bangkok University Volunteer Kitchen to Pathum Thani Households

The Bangkok University volunteer group, together with embassy employees and Ambassador Kristie Kenney, gave out over 500 packages of food cooked by the Bangkok University volunteers’ kitchen to flood victims in Pathum Thani. 

American community at Bangkok University's Volunteer Kitchen

Ambassador Kristie Kenney, together with American officers from the US Embassy in Bangkok, prepared cooked meals for the flood victims at the volunteers’ kitchen, Bangkok University, Kluay Nam Thai campus. 

Transnational Crimes Affairs Section donated 8 inflatable motorized boats to Thai Police

The Transnational Crimes Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy donated 8 inflatable motorized boats and 100 lifejackets to the Royal Thai Police to support their relief efforts in Thai flood. 

Ambassador Kristie Kenney and Col. John Ostrowsky interviewed by ASEAN TV

Ambassador Kristie Kenney and Chief Officer of US Marine Humanitarian Assistance Survey Team Col. John Ostrowsky interviewed by ASEAN TV about the US assistance in Thai flood relief.  

Ambassador Kenney along with Chevron Thailand presented a check of US$ 1 million to the Thai Flood Relief Operation Command.

Chevron will also give US$ 1 million to Chaipattana Foundation, which will go towards reconstruction of schools and other facilities. 

Ambassador Kenney announces an additional 15 million Thai baht for flood relief

Ambassador Kenney announces an additional 15 million Thai baht for flood relief in front of supplies for the Thai people, bringing total U.S. donations to over 33 million Thai baht so far.  

Ambassador Kenney interviewed on the BBC

On October 29, Ambassador Kenney interviewed on the BBC to talk about the flooding going on in Thailand and what the U.S. is doing to help. 

Ambassador Kenney and crew members from the USS Mustin visit the Flood Relief Operations Center

Ambassador Kenney and crew members from the USS Mustin visit the Flood Relief Operations Center at Don Muang to announce a 300,000 baht donation to the Thai Red Cross. What makes this donation extra special is the Sailors donated their own personal money to the people of Thailand to assist with flood relief.  

United States to Provide Additional 15 Million Baht for Flood Relief

On October 20, Ambassador Kenney visited the Flood Relief Operation Center to announce that the United States government is providing an additional 15 million Thai baht in humanitarian assistance to support flood relief efforts in Thailand. 

Humanitarian Assistance Survey Team

Ambassador Kenney greets U.S. Marines at Don Muang Airport. The U.S. Marines are part of a Humanitarian Assistance Survey Team (HAST) to determine how the U.S. might best provide assistance to the people of Thailand with the current flooding. 

Blood Donation

U.S. Ambassador Kristie Kenney and several other embassy staff donated blood at the Thai Red Cross on October 12, 2011. 

U.S. Embassy team visits Flood Relief Operation Center

USA Fair Press Conference

USA Fair will be held at CentralWorld on November 17-20, 2011. 

Ambassador Kenney visited Tham Hin Refugee Camp

On September 21, Ambassador Kenney visited Tham Hin refugee camp in Ratchaburi province. Tham Hin refugee camp is home to nearly 8,000 Burmese, the majority of whom are members of the Karen ethnic group, who have fled war in their native land. 

The Earth String Band Reception at Ambassador's Residence

On Tuesday evening, September 20th, American bluegrass ensemble The Earth String Band played for a crowd of over 200 guests at the Ambassador's Residence. more »

Assistant Secretary of State William Brownfield in Thailand

Assistant Secretary of State William Brownfield, of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, is visiting Thailand to oversee U.S.-Thai collaboration in combating narcotic crimes. 

POW/MIA Recognition Day at the U.S. Embassy Bangkok

The Embassy’s 10-year Commemoration Ceremony

On the morning of September 12, U.S. Embassy personnel came together to remember those lost on September 11, 2001... Listen to Amb. remarks here. »

Ambassador Kenney welcomes NBACares to the U.S. Embassy

On Saturday, September 10, thirty-five children from the Abundant Life Home Orphanage came to the U.S. Embassy to participate in the NBACares basketball clinic.  

Ambassador Kenney traveled to Phuket

On Friday, September 9, Ambassador Kenney traveled to Phuket for a one day visit. The Ambassador’s visit focused on education, American business development, and the welfare of Americans visiting and living in the area.