Excellency,

                     I have learned with profound sadness that hundreds of people have lost their lives and many more people still stranded in the coal mine fire incidents in Soma.

                     I wish to take this opportunity, on behalf of the Royal Thai Government and the people of Thailand, to express to Your Excellency and, through you, to the bereaved families my heartfelt condolences and sympathy for the tragic loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with them during the ongoing rescue efforts and time of sorrow.

                     Accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration.

                                                                        Nitwattumrong Boonsongpaisan

                                                   Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce

                                                    Acting Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand