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On February 7, 2020, Ambassador Sorayut Chasombat, Ambassador-Designate of the Kingdom of Thailand in Peru, presented a copy of the Credential Letters that accredit him as such, to Ambassador Gustavo Meza-Cuadra, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Peru, at Torre Tagle Palace in Lima. 

In their ensued friendly discussion, they highlighted the excellent level of the bilateral relations between the two countries and recalled that during 2020 the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations establishment between Thailand and Peru will be commemorated, and, in 2021, the Bicentennial of the Independence of Peru.

They also reaffirmed their compromise to continue strengthening the bilateral relations between both countries through joint activities that include high-level visits, increasing of South-South cooperation, trade, investment, and tourism, as well as promoting cultural exchanges and “People-to-People” contacts.

Note No. 015/2020

The Embassy of the Republic of Peru presents its compliments to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand, Department of American and South Pacific Affairs, and with deep sorrow would like to express its heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family members of the victims of the tragic incident in Nakhon Ratchasima Province on last Saturday 8th February.

The Embassy joins the Thai people in their prayers to pass this difficult moment causing loss of lives and numerous injuries, and wishes for the speedy recovery.

The solidarity of the Peruvian people is with the Thai people in these difficult moments.

The Embassy of the Republic of Peru avails itself of this opportunity to renew to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand, Department of American and South Pacific Affairs, the assurances of its highest consideration.

Bangkok, 11th February 2020.

To: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand

Department of American and South Pacific Affairs

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As part of the celebrations for the "Day of Pisco Sour", the Embassy of Peru in Thailand promoted that various bars in Bangkok organized promotional events featuring the Peruvian national cocktail around Saturday, February 1, or later in that month. For these activities, "Pisco Don Benedicto" received from Peru was used, as well as the Tacama and Barsol brands that are distributed in the Thai market.

The participating bars were Glaz Bar from the Athenee Plaza Hotel, Above 11 Bar and FooJohn Building Bar, and later on February Havana Social Bar, Na Café 1899, and next Machu Picchu Restaurant will also hold the Pisco Sour promotional events. In preparation for these events, the Embassy of Peru in Thailand, in alliance with two prestigious academic institutions in Bangkok: Le Cordon Bleu Dusit and Dusit College and 2 expert bartenders from Soho Hospitality Group of Thailand, organized 2 training workshops for 24 students from those institutions, and their respective professors on January 28 and 30. There were also 6 sale-representatives from Pisco importing companies and 4 bartenders who already prepare pisco sour in various bars of Bangkok.

Bangkok, February 3, 2020

On January 28 and 30, The Embassy of Peru in Thailand, with the help of the Thai companies "Soho Hospitality Group", "Brand Connect", and "Comte de Sibour", organized two training workshops for bartenders in the prestigious school of cooking  "Le Cordon Bleu Dusit" and "Dusit College", both located in Bangkok.

A total of 24 students participated under the instruction of two renowned bartenders of the "Havana Social Bar", which has been offering different pisco cocktails in Bangkok for several years. On both days "Pisco Don Benedicto" (Santa María Vineyards, Ica, Peru) was used, which was specially sent from Peru for this campaign to promote the Peruvian national drink. The participants learned to prepare three pisco-based cocktails: "Chilcano", "Maracuyá Sour" and the most emblematic of Peru´s cocktails, "Pisco Sour". It should be noted that the first Saturday of February of each year has been institutionalized in Peru as "Day of Pisco Sour". 

In this framework, on Saturday, February 1, various bars in Bangkok will offer special promotions for those who want to enjoy the famous Peruvian "Pisco Sour".

Bangkok, February 1, 2020

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About the virus:

1. It is pretty large in size (cell is about 400-500nm diameter), so any normal mask (not just the  N95 feature) should be able to filter it out. However, when someone who's infected sneezes in front of you, it will take a great 3 meters (about 10 feet) before it drops to the ground and is no longer airborne.

2. When the virus drops on metal surface, it will live for at least 12 hours. So remember if you come in contact with any metal surface, wash your hands with soap thoroughly.

3. The virus can remain active on fabric for 6-12 hours. Normal laundry detergent should kill the virus. For winter clothing that does not require daily washing, you can put it out under the sun to kill the virus.

About the symptoms of the pneumonia caused by Coronavirus:

1. It will first infect the throat, so the throat will have the dry sore throat feeling which will last for 3 to 4 days

2. Then the virus will blend into the nasal fluid and drips into the trachea and enter the lungs, causing pneumonia. This process will take 5 to 6 days.   

3. With pneumonia, comes high fever and difficulty in breathing. The nasal congestion is not like the normal kind. You will feel like you are drowning in water. It's important to go seek immediate medical attention if you feel like this.

About prevention:

1. The most common way of getting infected is by touching things in public, so you must wash your hands frequently. The virus can only live on your hands for 5-10 mins, but a lot can happen in those 5-10 mins (you can rub your eyes or pick your nose unwittingly).

2. Aside from washing your hands frequently, you can gargle with Betadine Sore Throat Gargle to eliminate or minimize the germs while they are still in your throat (before dripping down to your lungs).