The Ministry of Foreign Affairs received a report from the Royal Thai Embassy, Washington D.C., that, on 15 March 2017, the Senate of the United States of America passed a resolution on “ Honoring in praise and remembrance the extraordinary life, steady leadership, and remarkable, 70 - years reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand."

           Key points of the resolution are as follows;

           The Senate -

            (1) honors the extraordinary life, steady leadership, and remarkable, 70-year reign of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand;

            (2) extends its deepest sympathies to the members of the Royal Family and to the people of Thailand in their bereavement;

            (3) celebrates the alliance and friendship between Thailand and the United States that reflects common interests, a 183-year diplomatic history, and a multifaceted partnership that has contributed to peace, stability, and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region;

            (4) congratulates His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn on his accession to the throne; and

            (5) building on the strong foundation of alliance nurtured during the reign of the father of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn, looks forward to deepening the bonds of friendship between Thailand and the United States.

            The resolution was submitted by Senator Orrin Hatch, member of the Republican Party serving as the senior United States Senator for Utah and acting as President pro tempore of the United States Senate, as the main sponsor. The resolution was co-sponsored by 8 other Senators. This reflects the deep respect and reverence for His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. This historic resolution by the Senate, which is an important institution of the American political system, demonstrates not only the good will of the American legislature as the representatives of the American people, and to the Thai people; but also the aspiration to further strengthen friendly relations between the two countries.  

           In addition, 20^th March 2017 marked the 184^th anniversary of Thailand and the United States diplomatic relations.