Photo courtesy of BBC News

 

In the aftermath of the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that devastated Myanmar and shook the region, King Charles III of England has extended his condolences to the people of Thailand. The earthquake, which struck on March 28, has claimed over 1,600 lives at its epicentre in Myanmar and caused significant injury and distress across affected areas, including Bangkok.

 

The British Embassy in Thailand released a touching message from the monarch, in which King Charles expressed his “heartfelt sympathy” to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn and the Thai people. He acknowledged the profound suffering and loss experienced in the wake of the disaster and conveyed his solidarity during this challenging time.

 

In his message, King Charles stated, “My wife and I were so deeply saddened to learn of the recent earthquake affecting Myanmar, Thailand, and other countries in the region. Our profound and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to Your Majesty and the people of the Kingdom of Thailand.”

 

 

 

The tremors originating near Myanmar’s Mandalay region led to widespread destruction, impacting buildings, temples, and monasteries, and were felt as far away as China and India, prompting panic and emergency evacuations.

 

Beyond expressing his condolences to Thailand, King Charles also conveyed a heartfelt message to Myanmar via social media, acknowledging the tragic circumstances and praising the resilience of the Burmese people. The UK has committed £10 million as humanitarian aid to assist recovery efforts in the most affected areas.

 

Meanwhile, King Charles, who is 76 and undergoing cancer treatment, remains at his Highgrove estate after canceling a visit to Birmingham per medical advice. Despite his health challenges, he continues to monitor international developments and offer his support to those impacted by such crises, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-04-01

 

 

Great message. Ok back to talking with flowers in the palace garden. 

Pedantic I know, but he is the King of The United Kingdom (England, Scotland Wales and Northern Ireland), rather than "King of England".

 

Also of course 15 other Commonwealth Realms, including Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

 

Perhaps easier to refer to him in International columns as "The British King".

38 minutes ago, JAG said:

Pedantic I know, but he is the King of The United Kingdom (England, Scotland Wales and Northern Ireland), rather than "King of England".

 

Also of course 15 other Commonwealth Realms, including Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

 

Perhaps easier to refer to him in International columns as "The British King".

Yeah, no wonder some countries shout "not our King" and some countries don't respect the British national anthem.

Can I be rude about the king of wherever or whatever he's from or of please? Will this then present a threat to the king and have me disciplined under lese majeste rules applicable here.

3 hours ago, JAG said:

Pedantic I know, but he is the King of The United Kingdom (England, Scotland Wales and Northern Ireland), rather than "King of England".

 

Also of course 15 other Commonwealth Realms, including Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

 

Perhaps easier to refer to him in International columns as "The British King".

Short form is Charlie, isn't it?😂

1 hour ago, Seagull Sam said:

Can I be rude about the king of wherever or whatever he's from or of please? Will this then present a threat to the king and have me disciplined under lese majeste rules applicable here.

 

Only if you do so by signing your name to it.... 😉

 

 

1 hour ago, lordgrinz said:

Only if you do so by signing your name to it.... 

Pass me the quill