The post-election government will decide whether Thailand will join the US President’s so-called “Board of Peace” and/or the “Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict,” Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told the media today.
His administration cannot make the decision as it has been operating in a caretaker capacity since parliament was dissolved.
According to Anutin, President Donald Trump’s initiative could help create and maintain world peace and may benefit Thailand by strengthening the Kingdom’s international connections.
However, he noted that a potential downside would be the requirement for Thailand to make a substantial financial contribution in order to join the planned organisation or organisations.
Trump has asked for one billion US dollars from each country that chooses to join the Board of Peace.
Anutin confirmed that he has received an invitation from the US President, describing the letter as “cute” because Trump signed it simply as “Donald”.
He said he has already replied, explaining that while the Thai government understands the intention behind the peace initiative, it is legally unable, in its caretaker role, to make any commitments that would bind the incoming administration.
He added that the new government will consider Trump’s invitation after the election and make a decision that best serves the country’s interests.
