In a statement issued on Friday (local time in Washington DC), Tillerson said his thoughts are with the people of Thailand as they witness the Royal Cremation Ceremony. President Donald Trump sent a presidential delegation led by Secretary of Defence James Mattis, who is on a tour of Asia this week, to join the Royal Cremation Ceremony on Thursday. Tillerson visited Thailand in August and paid his respects to the late King during his visit. “As I expressed during my recent visit to Bangkok, I join Americans throughout the United States in extending our deepest respect to His Late Majesty. His Late Majesty championed our strong, enduring friendship throughout his reign.

Source: The Nation Bangkok October 28, 2017 05:15 UTC