UK can be proud of its leader
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In his recent visit to Indonesia, British Prime Minister David Cameron found time to exhibit his diplomatic acumen by praising the Indonesian people for their courage in adopting a democracy where individual rights are guaranteed by the constitution. What
The British people should be proud of their prime minister, who goes overseas to make other people feel good about themselves, thereby creating a better relationship between Britain and other nations. In a climate of friendship and goodwill, trade relations flourish by default. Of course, Mr Cameron cannot do this alone without the good support from his staff at the British Foreign Office in providing him with necessary information. In effect, the British prime minister, an articulate communicator, has raised the bar high for what is expected from an overseas visit from a world leader.
Thailand is a small country and I do not expect PM Yingluck to follow in Cameron’s footsteps whenever she goes overseas to promote economic ties, but once the journey ends, the press should have something worthwhile to talk about her leadership and Thailand’s future with the world.
Surapon Vatanavigkit
Bangkok
