Unsurprisingly, and never for the primary time, the United States has been accused of meddling in another country’s political affairs, surprisingly, this time it’s Thailand’s flip. The US has a protracted history of interfering in foreign affairs, as Cuba, China, Russia, Iran, Vietnam, and most South American nations can testify. It seems to be endemic in US politics.
US Ambassador Robert F Godec was on the defensive at a press convention yesterday when questioned about American interference and meddling claims in Thai politics.
The US Ambassador stressed that his home nation had no intention of interfering in internal Thai political matters. Godec quashed rumours suggesting the US government took sides within the latest Thai General Election, stating that their sole interest lies in fostering democratic processes.
The sixty seven 12 months outdated said…
“Confronting the relentless and malicious conspiracy theories, I want to put it on report that we dismiss all fabricated allegations concerning the United States meddling within the Thai election.
“Our stance isn’t to favour any corner or get together. Our only interest and support are for the democratic process. Refund is solely up to the Thai populace to pick their government.”
When queried whether the imminent authorities would possibly incline in the path of the US over other world forces corresponding to China or Russia, Godec highlighted a collaborative relationship spanning two centuries, marking the one hundred and ninetieth anniversary of US-Thailand diplomatic ties this 12 months.
“Our bond with the Thai government is vast, spanning a multitude of arenas together with safety, commerce and investment, training, healthcare, and law enforcement. This longstanding relationship was additional fortified with the signing of the Strategic Communique final July.
“We eagerly anticipate working with the incoming Thai government, once chosen as per the Thai structure.”
Godec said that the US hopes to proceed work based mostly on the goals outlined in the Strategic Communique. These involve the growth and fortification of the strategic partnership to forestall discord, preserve a tranquil safety atmosphere, foster free expression, and civil and political rights, and obtain inclusive, sustainable, and balanced financial prosperity.
Answering a question regarding the risk of the new government introducing insurance policies that might probably harm the Thai monarchy and nationwide security, Godec made clear that the US respects the Thai monarchy and is aware of the Thai people’s reverence for the royal household.
“We are wanting to additional our work with the established Thai government to combat global challenges, promote economic development, create jobs, bolster security and tackle regional challenges. There is a plethora of issues that we could collectively address.”
On being asked in regards to the Move Forward Party’s potential amendment to Section 112, otherwise often known as the lese majeste legislation, Godec said that the US authorities revered that decision as one for Thai lawmakers and citizens.
Godec also categorically denied the presence of any American military base in Thailand, in contrast to other Southeast Asian international locations such because the Philippines..