H.E Quinton Quayle British Ambassador to Thailand issued a statement on 19 October 2009 in response to stories in the media regarding comments made by Sir Antony Rumbold when he was British Ambassador to Thailand in 1965-67:

"My own views differ from my predecessor of 42 years ago. Ever since I was first posted to Thailand 30 years ago, I have been impressed by the richness of Thai culture, be it art, sculpture, dance, music or literature. All this is embellished by the natural beauty of the landscape and the charm and warmth of the Thai people. The country for me certainly lives up to its brand name  - Amazing Thailand."


British Embassy
Bangkok
20 October 2009

Back to newsroom

Back to top