Thailand’s economic growth slowed in the third quarter following the death of its King Bhumibol Abdulyadej, according to data published by the Thai National Economic and Social Development Board
Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand Wissanu Krea-ngam on October 25 affirmed that the country will continue its roadmap to return to democracy and the general election will be held next year.
Thailand must observe at least 15 days of mourning for King Bhumibol Adulaydej before his successor can be on the throne, said Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on October 18.
The body of Thailand ’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej was moved from Bangkok’s Siriraj Hospital to the Grand Palace on October 14 where his funeral rites will be carried out.
President Tran Dai Quang, PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc and National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan on October 14 sent their condolences to Thailand over the death of King Bhumibol Abdulyadej.
Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha on October 13 announced that Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn will become the new monarch after the death of his father, King Bhumibol Abdulyadej.
Key members of the Thai Royal family , on October 12, gathered at Siriraj Hospital in Bankok where King Bhumibol Abdulyadej is receiving treatment, to pray for him.
Key members of Thailand’s royal family were present at Siriraj Hospital, where King Bhumibol Abdulyadej is under treatment, on October 12 amid news on the monarch’s unstable health condition.