August 13, 2026
I wish to join the people of China in mourning the passing of Premier Zhu Rongji, a great man whom I personally held in high esteem.
Even after his quiet retirement, the world still remembers him as an “economic czar” of China who played instrumental and pivotal roles that led to the spectacular transformation of China into the global economic superpower that we see today.
I recalled the first 15-minute courtesy call with him, which went into a full-hour meeting before I became Prime Minister. Since then, I had the privilege of developing a personal rapport and working relationship with him, which was built on a shared vision for a prosperous Asia, mutual trust, and a firm commitment to advance Thailand–China relations further.
We remember well his visit to Thailand in 2001, where Premier Zhu supported bilateral currency swap talks and committed to purchase Thai goods when Thailand was still yet to emerge from the financial crisis.
My heart-felt condolences to his family and the people of China on this great loss.
Thaksin Shinawatra
Former Prime Minister of Thailand
I have learned with profound sadness of the passing of the former Emir of Qatar,
His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
I had the great honour of meeting him on several occasions and working
closely with his government to strengthen the close ties between
Thailand and Qatar while I was Prime Minister.
His Highness will be remembered for his outstanding leadership and enduring legacy in modernizing Qatar, leaving a lasting impact that will be felt for
generations to come. I wish to express my heartfelt condolences
to the Father Emir's family and the people of Qatar on this great loss.
Thaksin Shinawatra , former Prime Minister of Thailand
I am shocked to learn about the assassination attempt on President Trump.
I condemn all kinds of political violence. My deepest condolences to the families of those who died and injured. Stay safe, Donald.
For me he is remembered for his strong leadership and his immense conviction to his people especially through his economic reforms which had left remarkable impact until today.
May he rest in peace.
Thaksin Shinawatra
Former Prime Minister of Thailand
My deepest condolences to the members of his family ,members of the Forza Italia and the Italian people at the passing of former PM Selivio Berlusconi .
We were counterparts when I visited Italy as Prime Minister in 2004. I feel humbled when comparison were often drawn between us due to our similar backgrounds.