Following the shooting at the Marché de Noël (Christmas Night Market) in Strasbourg, France on 11 December 2018, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries, H.E. General Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, sent a message of condolences to H.E. Mr. Édouard Philippe, Prime Minister of the French Republic, and H.E. Mr. Don Pramudwinai, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand, sent a message of condolences to H.E. Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian, Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic, as follows:

 

          1. Message of Condolences from H.E. General Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, to H.E. Mr. Édouard Philippe, Prime Minister of the French Republic

 

          Excellency,

 

          I am profoundly shocked and saddened to learn of the horrendous attack in Strasbourg on 11 December 2018, which resulted in the tragic loss of lives, including one Thai citizen on holiday in that city, with a dozen more injured. 

 

          Thailand shares France’s loss and stands with France in condemning this terrorist attack. The abominable act reminds us that terrorism knows no borders and requires a global response. This pressing challenge must be tackled through the firm resolve of the international community. Thailand, therefore, reaffirms our commitment to cooperating closely with France and the global community in the fight against all forms of violence and terrorism.  

 

          On behalf of the Royal Thai Government and the people of Thailand, I wish to send our message of heartfelt support to Your Excellency and, through you, to the families of the victims and those affected by this tragic incident. 

 

          Accept, Excellency, the renewed assurances of my highest consideration.

 

                                                                                                                 General Prayut Chan-o-cha (Ret.)

                                                                                                          Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand

 

          2. Message of Condolences from H.E. Mr. Don Pramudwinai, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand, to H.E. Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian, Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic

 

          Excellency,

 

          I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn of the horrific attack at the Christmas market in Strasbourg on 11 December 2018. It is all the more distressing to learn that this incident resulted in the loss of innocent lives, including one Thai national on holiday. 

 

          I wish to express my solidarity with France in condemning such a senseless act of terrorism. My prayers go to the deceased, and my heartfelt sympathy, to the families and friends of those afflicted by the incident. 

 

          Thailand reaffirms our commitment to working closely with France and the global community in the fight against all forms of violence and terrorism.

 

          Accept, Excellency, the renewed assurances of my highest consideration. 

 

                                                                                                                           Don Pramudwinai

                                                                                                                    Minister of Foreign Affairs

                                                                                                                   of the Kingdom of Thailand