U.S.-Thai Relations Today

Thailand, February 2005: Former Presidents Bush and Clinton greet the Foreign Minister of Thailand during a Presidential Delegation to the tsunami-affected countries of South and Southeast Asia. (Department of State)

The Treaty of Amity and Commerce of 1833 began a partnership that has developed and strengthened over time.  Today the United States and Thailand cooperate on a wide range of program across a vast range of issues, including education and culture, public health, business and trade, democracy, as well as security and military cooperation. 

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For more information on U.S. –Thai relations today, please consult the following resources. [Available in English only.]

General Information and Background:

• U.S. Department of State: Thailand Country Page
• An Overview of Thai-U.S. Relations: Royal Thai Embassy, Washington DC

Education and Cultural Exchange:

• Thailand - United States Educational Foundation (TUSEF/Fulbright)
• AFS Intercultural Programs Thailand
• Peace Corps Thailand
  

Business and Trade:

• American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand
• US-ASEAN Business Council Thailand Website
• Office of the United States Trade Representatives: Thailand

Democracy and Good Governance:

• United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
• The Asian Foundation in Thailand
• International Law Enforcement Academy Bangkok

Military and Security Cooperation:

• Joint US Military Advisory Group Thailand (JUSMAGTHAI)
• Cobra Gold 2008

Health and Environment:

• Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
• Regional Environmental Affairs Office for Southeast Asia
  

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