SUBSCRIBERS

Crown Prince is first new Thai king in seven decades

Published Thu, Dec 1, 2016 · 09:50 PM

DeeperDive is a beta AI feature. Refer to full articles for the facts.

Bangkok

CROWN Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, 64, became Thailand's new king on Thursday after he accepted an invitation from Parliament to succeed his father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died in October.

King Bhumibol, 88, was widely loved and regarded as a pillar of stability during decades of political turbulence and rapid development in the South-east Asian nation.

Share with us your feedback on BT's products and services