Bangkok —
Thailand’s Minister of Tourism and Sports, Surasak Phancharoenworakul, introduced rising star Rattikan Amlai, better known as Nene Royal, to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul at Government House this morning. The meeting shows the government’s support for young Thai talent making waves internationally, while also tying her success to the promotion of the country’s tourism brand, Amazing Thailand.
During the warm and informal gathering at the Command Building, the Prime Minister congratulated Nene Royal on her achievements and presented her with an Amazing Thailand pin and souvenir set as encouragement ahead of her next international competition. The atmosphere turned musical when Anutin joined in singing “Som Sarn” by Thai rock band Loso, while Nene Royal performed “Zombie” by The Cranberries, accompanying herself on guitar.
Minister Surasak revealed that the initiative stemmed from the Prime Minister’s personal interest after watching a video of Nene Royal’s performance on July 8th while on duty in Malaysia. He immediately instructed the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, together with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), to provide concrete support. This includes covering travel expenses for her upcoming competition and coordinating promotional strategies to encourage international audiences, particularly in the United States, to vote for her.
“By showcasing Thai identity through phrases like Amazing Thailand and Phuket, Thailand on the global stage, Nene Royal has created a powerful impression among international audiences and judges. This not only elevates her personal profile but also strengthens Thailand’s tourism image worldwide,” Surasak stated.
The government stated its commitment to empowering youth as a driving force for national development and supporting role models who enhance Thailand’s reputation abroad.
Nene Royal expressed heartfelt gratitude for the encouragement from both the government and Thai fans, urging supporters to follow her journey and performances on social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram under the name Nene Royal. She is set to return to America soon for the next round of America’s Got Talent. Good luck to her!
