On 22 October 2017, the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan won the general elections of the House of Representatives.
On behalf of the Royal Thai Government and the people of the Kingdom of Thailand, H.E. General Prayut Chan-o-cha (Ret.), Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, has extended his warmest congratulations to Mr. Shinzo Abe on his re-election as the Prime Minister of Japan as follows:
Excellency,
How You and Your party have garnered such landslide victory in yesterday's general elections clearly manifested the overwhelming trust the people of Japan has placed on your rewarding policy and very able leadership. The Thai people, who always treasure dearly the great friendship with Japan are now joining me to heartily congratulate Your Excellency on this triumphant occasion with the firm conviction that Japan will continue to prosper and succeed in all her endeavors and that the longstanding relations existing between Thailand and Japan will be further strengthened for the mutual benefits of our two peoples and countries.
I'm particularly looking forward to continuing the close working relationship with Your Excellency and your Government to further advance the Thailand – Japan partnership.
Accept, Excellency, the renewed assurances of my highest consideration.
General Prayut Chan-o-cha (Ret.)
Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand