The Minister of Tourism delivered a motivational speech to the Thai team ahead of the 20th Asian Games, revealing that the Prime Minister sent his encouragement from abroad, and the tags are [Asian Games, Thai athletes, Prime Minister, encouragement, Tourism Ministry].
On 10 Sep 2026 GMT+7 at the Government House, Surasak Pancharoenworakul, Minister of Tourism and Sports, was assigned by the Prime Minister to preside over the welcoming ceremony and deliver a motivational speech to the National Olympic Committee of Thailand under Royal Patronage, officials, and Thai athletes before they departed to compete in the 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026) in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, scheduled from 19 Sep to 4 Oct 2026. Tags: [Government House, Surasak Pancharoenworakul, National Olympic Committee, Asian Games, Japan].
Surasak expressed his congratulations and admiration to all Thai athletes who qualified as national representatives, stating that today's success is the result of hard work, disciplined training, and sincere dedication. He emphasized the government's policy to promote sports for enhancing public health, aiming to develop strong individuals physically, mentally, and intellectually to lead the country towards progress. Tags: [congratulations, athlete dedication, government policy, sports promotion, national progress].
The Minister of Tourism and Sports also imparted an important message to the athletes: beyond competing for victory, every athlete serves as a “cultural ambassador” of Thailand, tasked with sharing Thai identity, customs, and friendship internationally. He stressed that while victory is desired, it must be grounded in sportsmanship, respect for rules, honoring opponents, knowing how to win and lose, and prioritizing friendship over rivalry. Tags: [sportsmanship, cultural ambassador, athlete values, competition ethics, international relations].
Furthermore, Surasak disclosed a message from Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, explaining that the Prime Minister was engaged in an important duty as the royal representative attending the royal funeral ceremony of King Harald V in Oslo, Norway, returning to Thailand on 11 Sep. He assigned Surasak to act in his stead and sent his regards and encouragement to all Thai athletes, emphasizing that they embody the nation’s dignity and image. He wished them success in competition and safe travels. Tags: [Prime Minister message, royal ceremony, Norway, athlete encouragement, national dignity].