Songkran well wishes
Cómplied by Kathleen Pokrud
H.E. Ambassador Elchin Bashirov
The Embassy of Azerbaijan
On behalf of the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Thailand I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the friendly people of Thailand on the occasion of Thai New Year and wish them success, prosperity, and well-being.
As a newly established embassy we are looking forward to further develop and strengthen friendship between Azerbaijan and Thailand in the new year.
My best wishes to everyone who celebrate this auspicious day! May this New Year bring you and your loved ones a lot of joy, peace, good health, and prosperity.
Suk San Wan Songkran!
HE Ambassador Faiyaz Murshid Kazi
The Embassy of Bangladesh
Happy Songkran!
As we welcome the Thai New Year, may this festival bring you happiness, prosperity,and good health. Songkran is a time for renewal, reflection, and celebration with loved ones. May the spirit of water cleanse the past and usher in a future filled with joy and success. Let us cherish this moment of togetherness and embrace the new year with hope and positivity.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful and refreshing Songkran!
HE Ambassador Danny Annan
The Royal Danish Embassy
On the occasion of Songkran, the Thai New Year, the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok extends its warmest wishes to the people of Thailand.
Songkran is a time of renewal, reflection, and unity. A celebration that highlights the deep cultural heritage and strong sense of community that define Thailand. As we embrace the spirit of this special occasion, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening the enduring ties between Denmark and Thailand, fostering mutual understanding, and working together for a prosperous and sustainable future.
May this new year bring peace, prosperity, and well-being to all.
Happy Songkran!
HE Ambassador Kristiina Kuvaja-Xanthopoulos
The Embassy of Finland
We are entering into the festive period of Songkran and, on behalf of the Embassy of Finland in Bangkok, I would like to wish to everybody in Thailand a truly joyful and blessed New Year. May the period of Songkran be filled with happiness, good health, prosperity, and lots of refreshing water. I have fond memories of celebrating Songkran when I visited Thailand as a young researcher years ago, and I am excited to be back to share the festivities again. May this Songkran bring you all the best of everything! Suk San Wan Songkran!
H.E. Ambassador OTAKA Masato
The Embassy of Japan
Suk San Wan Songkran Krub!
On behalf of the Embassy of Japan in Thailand, I would like to celebrate “Songkran”, the Thai new year festival, with the people of Thailand and congratulate on the recognition of “Songkran” as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. I and my colleagues at the Embassy have conducted many Songkran activities together, such as offering garlands to elders and the Buddha bathing ceremony, which symbolizes the respect for elders, religion, and family values, in order to express our appreciation for Thai culture and traditional virtue.
On this auspicious occasion, may this Thai new year bring joy and prosperity to all the people of Thailand, as well as further strengthening and fruitful co-creation between Japan and Thailand.
HE Ambassador Fuwad Thowfeek
The Embassy of Maldives
On behalf of the Embassy of Maldives and the people of the Maldives, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of Thailand as you celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year. This cherished festival symbolizes renewal, joy, and togetherness—a time to honor traditions, strengthen bonds, and embrace the spirit of unity. May this new year bring happiness, success, wealth and good health to you and your loved ones. Let us continue fostering the strong friendship and cooperation between our nations.
Wishing you a safe and joyous Songkran!
Happy Songkran! Sawasdee Pi Mai Thai Khrap!
HE Ambassador Liliana Ferrer
The Embassy of Mexico
On behalf of the Embassy of Mexico in the Kingdom of Thailand, I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes to its people for good health, happiness, and prosperity. I take this opportunity to extend our deepest condolences and solidarity to those who fell victim of the March 28 earthquake and their families in Bangkok. May this auspicious water festival bring new beginnings, peace, and joy to you and your loved ones.
I wish you a happy and safe celebration.
Happy Songkran!
HE Ambassador Dhan Bahadur Oli
The Embassy of Nepal
Sawasdee krub!
On behalf of the Embassy of Nepal in Bangkok, I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes to the people of Thailand on the joyous occasion of Songkran, the Thai New Year. This festival of renewal, gratitude, and togetherness is a beautiful time to celebrate with family and loved ones, embracing new beginnings with happiness and hope.
Nepal and Thailand share deep cultural and spiritual ties, especially through Buddhism. It is heartwarming that Nepal also welcomes its New Year around the same time, with New Year’s Eve on April 13 and New Year’s Day on April 14. This shared celebration reminds us of the harmony between our traditions and the strong bond between our nations.
May this Songkran bring peace, prosperity, and joy to all. Wishing everyone good health, happiness, and success in the year ahead.
Suk San Wan Songkran krub!
HE Ambassador Remco van Wijngaarden
The Embassy of Netherlands
Sawasdee khrap! On behalf of the Netherlands Embassy in Bangkok and myself, I would like to wish all our friends celebrating Songkran a happy year full of health and prosperity. I hope that everyone gets to spend time with family and loved ones and that the waters wash away the troubles of yesteryear. I expect many Dutch travelers to join the celebrations this year and look forward to them witnessing and learning from the festivities. My family and I certainly will.
Suk San Wan Songkran!
HE Ambassador Rukhsana Afzaal
The Embassy of Pakistan
Sawasdee Ka! On behalf of the Embassy of Pakistan in Bangkok, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of Thailand on the joyous occasion of Songkran.
Songkran is a time of renewal, gratitude, and togetherness—a celebration that reflects the deep cultural traditions and values of Thailand. As families and friends come together to mark the beginning of a new year, may the flowing water washes away the bitter past, may it cleanse the spirit and renew the soul. I hope that it brings new opportunities, happiness, and prosperity for our Thai brothers and sisters.
Pakistan and Thailand share a long-standing friendship, and I look forward to strengthening our ties in the year ahead.
Wishing everyone a peaceful, prosperous, and joyful Songkran
HE Ambassador Luiz de Albuquerque Veloso
The Embassy of Portugal
On the auspicious occasion of Songkran Festival, on behalf of the Portuguese people and in my one, I would like to extend the deepest and most sincere wishes to all the Thai Authorities and people. This joyous occasion, which marks the Thai New Year, is a time of celebration, renewal, and unity. It is a time to honor traditions, pay respects to elders, and welcome the future with open hearts and minds.
May Songkran bring peace, happiness, and good fortune as you celebrate with family, friends, and loved ones.
This festival is not only a time of joy but also a time to reflect on the importance of kindness, respect, and community. May these values continue to guide all of us throughout the year, bringing us strength, prosperity, and harmony.
To the wonderful people of Thailand, I wish a safe and memorable Songkran. May the celebrations be vibrant, the bonds between people grow stronger, and may this year be filled with success and new beginnings.
Happy Songkran! May the water wash away all the worries and bring fresh blessings!
HE Ambassador Daniela-Brindusa Bazavan
The Embassy of Romania
On behalf of the Embassy of Romania, I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes to everyone celebrating this special occasion. May this joyous festival bring you and your loved ones happiness, good health, and abundant prosperity. May it also strengthen the bonds of family, friendship, and community, filling your days with warmth and gratitude.
Wishing each of you a festive and fulfilling celebration filled with blessings, unforgettable memories, and joy! Let it be a time for personal renewal, thoughtful reflection on life, and aspirations for a bright and prosperous future.
Happy Songkran!
HE Ambassador Wijayanthi Edirisinghe
The Embassy of Sri Lanka
Sawasdee ka,
Suk San Wan Songkran to the Thai people.
In Sri Lanka,The Sinhala-Tamil New year auspicious occasion same like the Songkran Festival in Thailand, marks the celebration of the New Year that we celebrate at the date of 14th-15th April, a time deeply rooted in tradition and wisdom. The festival symbolizes renewal, cleansing, and the welcoming of good fortune for the year ahead. It is a time when families come together, reflecting the values of rituals, prosperity, unity, respect for elders, and the importance of community.
This year, Sri Lanka and Thailand also celebrate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations, a testament to the enduring friendship and shared cultural ties between our two nations. As the Sri Lankan Ambassador to Thailand, I am committed to strengthening this bond and ensuring that Sri Lanka remains a reliable and forward-looking partner to Thailand. Our collaboration has already testament positive outcomes in various sectors, and I am confident that our future efforts will bring even greater mutual success.
With this enduring friendship in mind, may the Thai New Year bless the people of Thailand with continued good health, happiness, and prosperity. Let this special time of celebration further strengthen our shared value
HE Ambassador Francisco Tilman Cepeda
The Embassy of Timor-Leste
Sawadee krub!
On this unique occasion, we at the Embassy of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste would like to extend our warmest wishes to all Thais for a pleasant and warm Songkran.
As it is me and my family’s first Songkran in Thailand, learning and participating in the rich Thai cultural event is very exciting for us. I strongly believe that the best way to connect in a new country is to learn and embrace the different cultures and beliefs. Therefore, let’s all celebrate and have fun on this new beginning!
May this new year bring peace, blessings and warmth to all in Thailand.
Thank you.
HE Ambassador Pham Viet Hung
The Embassy of Viet Nam
On behalf of the Embassy of Viet Nam, I am honored to convey our warmest wishes to the Thai people during this auspicious Songkran festival. As water cleanses and renews, may this celebration bring abundant health, peace and joy to every household.
In this spirit, may the purifying waters of Songkran serve as a testament to the enduring bond between Viet Nam and Thailand, strengthening our shared cultural heritage and diplomatic ties. As our two nations continue to grow closer, we join in celebrating this meaningful occasion with our Thai friends and neighbours. Suk San Wan Songkran!
HE Ambassador Morecome Mumba
The Embassy of Zambia
From the embassy of Zambia to Thailand, we wish you a Happy Songkran. We wish you prosperity and joy as the year begins. May this year be filled with abundance of happiness, joy and peace in this beautiful land of Thailand for all the people of the nation.
Suk San Wan Songkran.
