In Remembrance of His Royal Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great on October 13th, 2023

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National – This Friday, October 13th, marks the seven-year anniversary of the passing of His Royal Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) who passed away peacefully in 2016.

The Thai government is preparing events to observe the anniversary, a day that is also designated as a national holiday.

 

In Bangkok, a Buddhist chanting ceremony will be conducted at Sanam Luang at 7:30 AM on Friday, which will be attended by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, cabinet ministers, government officials, their spouses, and members of the public.

 

Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2023-10-13

 

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People pay respects to late King Bhumibol Adulyadej

 

 

A large number of people from all walks of life arrived at the Rama IX Chalerm Phrakiat memorial park this morning (Friday), to pay their respects to late King Bhumibol Adulyadej on the 7th anniversary of his passing.

 

The memorial park, located in the grounds of the former Royal Turf Club horse race course, opened at 6am this morning to enable representatives of government and private sectors, as well as members of the public, to pay their respects to the beloved late King in front of his statue. Many yellow wreaths were placed at the foot of the statue.

 

A first-aid tent was set up in the park, while many volunteers, in yellow T-shirts, are on the ground to ensure cleanliness and to advise visitors to comply with the regulations.

 

Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-13

 

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