Palace congratulates new Thai king
Malacañang has extended its congratulations to new Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn, who succeeded his father King Bhumibol Adulyadej who died last Oct. 13 after seven decades on the throne. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit, File)
MANILA, Philippines - Malacañang has extended its congratulations to new Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn, who succeeded his father King Bhumibol Adulyadej who died last Oct. 13 after seven decades on the throne.
“The Philippines wishes to convey our warmest congratulations to his majesty, King Maha Vajiralongkorn, on his accession and proclamation as the King of Thailand,” said Communications Assistant Secretary Marie Banaag.
“We are confident that his reign will continue to bring happiness, peace and prosperity to the Thai people. We wish for him success as he leads the Kingdom of Thailand,” she said.
Reports said Thailand experienced a royal interregnum when the ruling junta announced that Maha, 64, had asked to put off his ascension to the throne to mourn his father.
Harsh royal defamation law shields the Thai monarchy from public criticism.
The uncertainty over the succession came to an end this week with Maha’s official proclamation as the new king in an acceptance ceremony Thursday evening.
Thai Palace officials have announced that his full title is now Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun. He will also be known as King Rama X.
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