Thailand expresses concern to U.S. over inclusion in visa suspension list: FM-Xinhua

Thailand expresses concern to U.S. over inclusion in visa suspension list: FM

Source: Xinhua

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2026-01-15 17:21:45

BANGKOK, Jan. 15 (Xinhua) -- Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Thursday expressed concern over the United States' decision to include Thailand in a list of 75 countries facing a suspension of immigrant visa processes.

In his remarks following a meeting with U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission to Thailand, Elizabeth J. Konig, Sihasak stated that the "blanket inclusion" of Thailand alongside other nations was unjustified, damaged national dignity, and sent a "wrong signal" regarding bilateral relations.