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USS Abraham Lincoln Hosts Appreciation Event in Pattaya
The crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln held a reception in Pattaya to thank Thai authorities for their support during the vessel's recent port call.
On the evening of September 4, 2026, the crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln hosted an 'Appreciation Party' at the Renaissance Pattaya Resort & Spa in Chonburi province. The event was organized to express gratitude toward Thai agencies for their assistance and security measures provided to U.S. Navy personnel during their shore leave in the region.
The aircraft carrier arrived in the area following the completion of a mission in the Middle East, with personnel visiting Pattaya and Chonburi between September 2 and September 6, 2026. Attendees at the reception included representatives from the Royal Thai Police, the U.S. Embassy in Thailand, Chonburi Governor Naris Niramaiwong, and Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet.
For residents and travelers, this visit highlights the ongoing cooperation between local authorities and international naval forces during port calls. The event underscored the positive reception of the crew, with U.S. representatives expressing a desire to return to Pattaya in the future. While the visit concluded on September 6, the event served as a formal acknowledgment of the logistical and security coordination required for such large-scale naval visits. No further details regarding future deployment schedules or specific return dates to Thai waters have been confirmed at this time.