New King officially named “HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun

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New King officially named “HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun

 

 

BANGKOK: -- The Office of His Majesty’s Principal Private Secretary the on Thursday night notified the director-general of Public Relations Department the official name of the new King in Thai and English.

 

In English, the name of the new King is His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun”.

 

Meanwhile, at 8 pm on Thursday night, all governors and temples throughout the country chanted Chaimongkon prayers as gongs were sounded to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Thailand having a new King.

 

On Friday, HM King Maha Variralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun will leave the Amporn throne hall in the Dusit Palace to the Grand Palace to pay respect to the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

 

Deputy Prime Minister Wisanu Krea-ngam, meanwhile, warned the media to accurately use the new name of the King. He called on members of the public to continue their life as usual, saying that everything remains unchanged – that is the people continue to wear black to mourn the passing of the late King and the portraits of the late King Bhumibol should stay where they are in private homes and public places.

 

Dr Wisanu said that the new King had wanted everything to remain as usual as they are.

 

Full story: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/new-king-officially-named-hm-king-maha-vajiralongkorn-bodindradebayavarangkun/

 

-- © Copyright Thai PBS 2016-12-02

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Prime Minister's Statement

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Statement by H.E. General Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, on 1 December 2016

Dear fellow Thais,

The Government wishes to announce to the Thai people in the Kingdom and abroad that Thailand now has a new King. In a ceremony held at the Amphon Satharn Villa, Dusit Palace, the President of the National Legislative Assembly, acting as the President of the National Assembly, has invited the Heir to the Throne to ascend. The historic ceremony was witnessed by the Regent pro tempore, the Prime Minister, and the President of the Supreme Court. The Heir to the Throne graciously accepted the invitation. Later, the announcement was made by the National Legislative Assembly to inform the general public. These proceedings were carried out in accordance with the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, the Palace Law on Succession, and ancient traditions, and out of respect for the wishes of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, who initially stated that during the period when His Royal Highness and the people were in the deepest sorrow with the passing of His Majesty the late King, one should not yet proceed with the matter of ascension to the throne. He deemed it appropriate to allow a period of time for the people to pay their respects to the late King. Now with the holding of the royal merit-making ceremony to mark 50 days after the passing of the late King, and with more than one million people having thus far been allowed to pay their respects to the late King, royal permission has been sought to proceed in accordance with the law.

 

In accordance with ancient royal traditions and laws, as well as international traditions that a kingdom should not be without a monarch on the throne, the commencement of the new reign is therefore effective as of 13 October 2016.
 

Now, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, who has been the Heir to the Throne for 44 years, since 1972, has ascended as His Majesty King Rama X of the Royal House of Chakri. He is accorded full royal prerogatives as stipulated by the Constitution. With regard to the next process for the “Royal Coronation Ceremony” to be conducted in accordance with ancient royal traditions, the process would be at His discretion. His Majesty the King has decided that the ceremony should be carried out after the end of the Royal Cremation Ceremony for His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

Dear fellow Thais,

The royal approach for sustainable development, or the principles that His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Rama IX, the Royal Father, laid throughout the 70 years of His reign, will serve as a strong foundation. When this is combined with the faith and pledge of allegiance that the people of Siam have wholeheartedly expressed since 13 October 2016 and formally reaffirmed on the morning of 22 November that they would perform good deeds for the Royal Father, would remember His teachings, forever be humble subjects of the late King, and pledged to live up to His aspirations to think well, speak well, do well, be honest, uphold unity, and live modestly, the Government believes that all these good deeds will be comparable to a solid bastion on firm foundation. Importantly, with the wisdom and leadership of His Majesty the new King, everything will proceed smoothly amidst our pure perseverance.
 

His Majesty the new King is the Heir to the Throne who was trusted by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and accompanied the late King to work in various areas for more than 44 years. Now, He has become Head of State and the pillar of the whole Thai nation, succeeding His Royal Father. He has followed the footsteps of His Royal Parents – His Majesty King Rama IX and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, who have fully and completely performed Their duties. Although we all know that to be parted from the person we love and respect is suffering, although the loss and sadness are an undeniable crisis, we should turn this crisis into an opportunity and turn grief into the strength of the land. Although the late King who was the strength of the land is no longer with us physically to protect us, the strength of the land will prevail, with the power of faith and confidence in the royal aspirations and approach of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. His Majesty the new King, the beloved son of the late King, will carry forward His leadership and legacy.

Dear fellow Thais,

May all of us unite in thought and may the might of past monarchs, such as His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who is recognized as the “Development King”, provide protection for His Majesty the new King as the heart and soul of the Thai people and the Thai nation. And may Thailand be able to develop successfully, bringing about prosperity, peace, unity and harmony in response to the royal aspirations, under a democratic administration with the King as Head of State. Long may He reign.

 

-- nnt 2016-12-02

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Vajiralongkorn Ascends The Throne As King Rama X

By Sasiwan Mokkhasen, Staff Reporter -

 

From left, Chief Justice Weeraphol Tangsuwan, Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha, head of the interim parliament, Pornpetch Wichitcholchai and Regent Prem Tinsulanonda at front bow to the new king in a still video image.

 

BANGKOK — Crown Prince Vajiralongkorn completed his ascension to the throne as King Rama X of Thailand, the government announced Thursday night.

 

The new monarch succeeds his father King Bhumibol Adulyadej, aka Rama IX, who died Oct. 13 at 88. He will be known officially as His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun.

 

Full story: http://www.khaosodenglish.com/politics/2016/12/01/vajiralongkorn-ascends-throne-king-rama-x/

 

-- © Copyright Khaosod English 2016-12-02

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New era for Thailand as Crown Prince becomes King

 

 

BANGKOK: -- Fifty days after his father’s death and at the invitation of parliament, the Crown Prince of Thailand Maha Vajiralongkorn, 64, was officially proclaimed the country’s king on Thursday.

 

It puts an end to a period of uncertainty following the death aged 88 of King Bhumibol, the world’s longest reigning monarch in October.

 

“I would like to accept the invitation… for the benefit of the Thai people,” the new monarch said in a ceremony broadcast on television.

 

The late king was widely loved, deeply revered and regarded as a pillar of stability during decades of political turbulence in the Southeast Asian nation.

 

His son has yet to command that kind of adoration, having spent much of his adult life abroad.

 

But in Bangkok, people are already buying framed pictures of their new king who, like his father, is shielded from public criticism by laws which carry a penalty of up to 15 years in prison.

 

Governments across the world have congratulated new King Maha Vajiralongkorn, who will also be known as Rama X, or the 10th king of Thailand’s Chakri Dynasty.

 

-- © Copyright Euronews 2016-12-02

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Born to be King
By THE NATION

 

HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej and HM Queen Sirikit, preside over a blessing ritual for their son, then known as Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, at the Ambhorn Sathan Villa in 1952.

 

Blessed with intelligence and character, remembered for his excellence in scouting as a young student, honouring A pledge to live up to public expectations.

 

LOOKING BACK in history, Thailand erupted with joy upon the birth of the prince on July 28, 1952, who would become King Rama X.

Back then, his father HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej had already reigned over the country for more than six years and had a daughter, Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya. It was no secret that after the birth of the princess, Thais hoped his second child would be a prince. 

By Thai law and tradition, only a male royal can ascend the throne. HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej (King Rama IX) was the ninth king of the Chakri Dynasty. 

Excitement filled the air in 1951 when people got wind that the King’s Royal Consort, HM Queen Sirikit, was pregnant with their second child.

 

Full story: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/news/national/30301259

 

-- © Copyright The Nation 2016-12-02

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US congratulates King Rama X

 

 

The American ambassador to Thailand today sent congratulatory message on the ascension to the throne of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn last night.

 

His message reads, “I warmly congratulate His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn and the people of the Kingdom of Thailand on the occasion of the King’s ascension to the throne. I extend my best wishes to His Majesty for an auspicious and prosperous reign.

 

The United States deeply values our longstanding alliance with the Kingdom of Thailand. We look forward to building on an enduring friendship that began in 1818 with the first contact between the court of King Rama II and President James Monroe. In the ten generations since, our friendship has developed into a partnership and alliance of great benefit to our two nations.

 

As with His Majesty’s late father, the beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej, under His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun we will continue to commit ourselves to deepen and strengthen the bonds between us, and foster ever-greater stability and prosperity for both our peoples.

 

I wish Your Majesty continued health and long life.

 

Glyn T. Davies

U.S. Ambassador to Thailand

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Royal flag raised at Ambhorn Sathan Villa

By THE NATION

 

 

BANGKOK:-- THE ROYAL Standard of the King of Thailand was raised at Ambhorn Sathan Villa, in Dusit Palace, at 8am yesterday after HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun accepted the invitation to ascend the Throne.

 

The yellow plain square flag with a dancing red Garuda in the centre, or “Thong Maharaj”, is the official flag of the King of Thailand. 
The standard is usually hoisted at the King’s palace of residence and on sea or land vehicles and is an emblem on the side of the royal aircraft.

 

Full story:  http://www.nationmultimedia.com/news/national/30301325

 

 

 

-- © Copyright The Nation 2016-12-03

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Merkel sends best wishes to the King for a peaceful future

By THE SUNDAY NATION

 

GERMAN Chancellor Angela Merkel has sent a message of congratulations to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn on his ascension to the throne.

 

“I am confident that during your reign the bonds between our countries can be further deepened and that our current wide-ranging cooperation can be expanded,” Merkel said.

 

Full story: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/news/national/30301390

 

 

 

-- © Copyright The Nation 2016-12-04