BANGKOK: United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Monday as part of an effort to strengthen what Austin says is Washington's "unparalleled network of alliances and partnerships" in the region.
SIDE BY SIDE United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin (right) is escorted by Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha while reviewing an honor guard during a welcoming ceremony at the Defense Ministry in Bangkok, on Monday, June 13, 2022. AP PHOTO
BANGKOK: United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Monday as part of an effort to strengthen what Austin says is Washington's "unparalleled network of alliances and partnerships" in the region.