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USS Abraham Lincoln Crew Welcomed in Pattaya
Personnel from the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group were welcomed in Pattaya City upon concluding a long deployment. Local officials hosted a reception, fostering friendly relations between the two nations.
Pattaya City, Chonburi Province - September 2nd, 2026: Personnel from the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group were warmly welcomed in Pattaya City on Wednesday afternoon, September 2nd, 2026, following the conclusion of their long deployment. The reception, held at 3 p.m. at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya, saw the attendance of key local officials including Pattaya City Mayor Poramese Ngampichet, Bang Lamung District Chief Anusak Phiriyamorn, and Pattaya City Police Station Superintendent Pol. Col. Anek Srathongyu. The event was led by Captain [Name not specified in original text] and aimed to foster goodwill and strengthen the cooperative relationship between the two nations. This visit is part of the regular goodwill exchanges that occur when U.S. Navy vessels visit Thailand, providing an opportunity for the crew members to experience Thai culture and hospitality. Pattaya City, being an international tourist destination, is accustomed to hosting such visiting delegations and responded with a welcoming atmosphere. Source: Pattaya News
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