Friends of VOA Thai: Our goal has always been to provide facts in support of journalistic works that matter to U.S. interests
83 years of unwavering commitment that helped shape U.S.-Thai relations
The mission of Friends of VOA Thai has been to give you a bird’s eye view of that longstanding service.
FAQs
Summary of VOA Thai’s key stats and impactful examples
Highlights
- See how VOA Thai has fought against China’s multi-billion dollar propaganda campaigns
- Understand its mission in promoting democratic values
- Find out why VOA Thai is cost effective
- Learn about its ability to stay ahead of competition
- Get a glimpse of its creative effort to expand its impact in Thailand
Accounting to U.S. interests abroad
Media outlets across Thailand sought reports by VOA Thai on U.S. policies in the region, where China and Russia are ramping up their information operations.
Countering Chinese influence
VOA Thai has countered the Beijing narrative with reports on various topics that China hoped to influence Thai public opinions on arms deals, trade war, regional tensions and human rights.
Covering Thailand from a vantage point
From human rights violations to regional tensions to economic upheaval, these issues were covered with depth and breadth by journalists who expertly developed knowledge about Thailand and the U.S. positions.
Thai Diaspora
Hundreds of thousands of Thai Americans represent a tapestry of diverse views and ambitions, united by the democratic ideal that defines the United States.
By extensively covering the Thai diaspora, VOA Thai produced feature stories that promoted American values. Sometimes, its coverage helped U.S. authorities better respond to natural disasters in local communities.
Testimonials
Tewarit Maneechai
Thai Senator
“VOA Thai has been providing Thai-language news to Thai audience, who may experience any language barrier, so that they can get updates on news related to Thailand at times when local media might face censorship or constraints.”
112 watch
Human rights and democracy advocacy organization
“The (VOA) Thai Service’s commitment to bring to light truth on the consequential yet sensitive topics helps foster transparency, accountability, and due process in Thailand’s judiciary system.”
Thai Association of Southern California
LA-based organization representing Thai diasporas
“Voice of America’s Thai edition has served as a vital link between Thai communities overseas and the democratic values of the United States.
Chula Radio Plus
Radio channel under Thailand’s leading Chulalongkorn University
“The absence of VOA Thai deprived Thailand’s journalistic community of a vital source of fresh air. It’s the loss of a source that provides well-rounded news and information.”
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