Thailand’s crown prince has succeeded to the throne, following the death in October of his much-revered father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who had reigned for 70 years. “I agree to accept the wishes of the late king … for the benefit of the entire Thai people,” Vajiralongkorn said. Vajiralongkorn’s father, Bhumibol, died aged 88 on 13 October after many years of ill health. Facebook Twitter Pinterest King Bhumibol Adulyadej pictured in 2007 on his 80th birthday, with Queen Sirikit and Maha Vajiralongkorn, right. On Thursday, the prince made his first public appearance in more than a week, attending a religious ceremony honouring his late father.

Source: The Guardian December 01, 2016 17:06 UTC