{"version":"https:\/\/jsonfeed.org\/version\/1","title":"Royal Activities","home_page_url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th","feed_url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/index\/id\/44","items":[{"id":"b41bc233651d68497348e3f8b1f0319c","title":"H.R.H. Princess Sirivannavari\u2019s Billboards Bring Thai Elegance to Ginza","content_text":"

Ginza, Tokyo’s premier fashion district, is capturing widespread attention with the unveiling of prominent digital billboards. The showcase features the official 2026 Asian Games parade uniforms by SIRIVANNAVARI, designed under the concept “The Art of Unity,” alongside the exquisite “Chud Thai Phra Ratchaniyom” (Royally Favored Thai Costumes), drawing admiration from audiences across Japan.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The official ceremonial uniforms for Thailand’s national athletes under the concept will be worn at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya. The ensemble presents a distinct Thai identity that will shine brilliantly and stylishly at this prestigious Asian sporting event.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, Creative Director, personally modeled for the billboard campaign promoting the exhibition “CHUD THAI: Knowledge, Craftsmanship and Practices of the Thai National Costume,” hosted by the Ministry of Culture at the Tokyo National Museum (Hyokeikan Gallery) on 17-18 September 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

A major highlight will take place on 18 September, as H.R.H. Princess Sirivannavari will preside over the presentation of eight styles of the Thai national dress for ladies and three types of national dress for men, called “Suea Phra Ratchathan” (Royally Bestowed Shirt). Minister of Culture Sabida Thaiseth will also attend the exhibition.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Honoring Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother's legacy, the event serves as a historic springboard to promote Chud Thai for official inscription on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in December 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Chud Thai reflects Thailand’s national identity and rich cultural heritage through unique patterns and sewing techniques. Today, it has become popular and widely known in the international community, serving as a bridge to promote diplomatic relationships and a gateway for cultural exchange among people worldwide.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

 <\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/542123","date_published":"2026-09-17T00:14:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/20260917d2c01959b1d8a576b7a745847299cc4e091253.png"},{"id":"74dfe8b9167c1d1da9721a97000dcecb","title":"Thailand-Vietnam Relations Deepen with Royal State Visit","content_text":"

The State Visit of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua (Rama X) and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana to Vietnam on 14-16 September marks a significant milestone in further strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Serving as the highlight of events commemorating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Vietnam, the visit further deepens the bonds of friendship, goodwill, and growing cooperation between both countries and their peoples. Thailand and Vietnam established diplomatic relations on 6 August 1976.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

His Majesty the King personally piloted the royal aircraft as Captain, with Her Majesty Queen Suthida serving as First Officer, carrying Their Majesties to Hanoi for this historic State Visit, at the invitation of Mr. To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam,<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Their Majesties the King and the Queen attended an official welcoming ceremony at the National Assembly Building in Hanoi on 15 September. After the ceremony, Their Majesties had a meeting with the Vietnamese President and his spouse, Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, inside the National Assembly Building.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Their Majesties also granted audiences to Mr. Le Minh Hung, Vietnamese Prime Minister and Mr. Tran Thah Man, Chairman of the National Assembly of Vietnam.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

On the same day, Their Majesties traveled by royal motorcade from the Fairmont Hanoi to Tonkin Palace, where the Vietnamese President and his spouse hosted a state banquet in honor of Their Majesties on the occasion of the State Visit. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Previously, on the occasion of Mr. To Lam and his spouse paying an official visit to Thailand, as guests of the Thai government, Their Majesties the King and Queen granted an audience to them at Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall, Dusit Palace, on 28 May 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

  <\/strong><\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/541950","date_published":"2026-09-16T12:38:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/20260916d0ad6c84e3a3612b45c41a381e0e525f130845.jpeg"},{"id":"1d1a1d03e8374db0a489a0052a34df04","title":"State Visit of Their Majesties the King and Queen to Viet Nam","content_text":"

Their Majesties the King and Queen of Thailand will pay a State Visit to the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam at the invitation of Mr. To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, from 14 to 16 September 2026, according to a press release issued by the Department of Information, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on 10 September.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

During the State Visit, Their Majesties the King and Queen will lay wreaths at the Bac Son Martyrs’ Monument and the Mausoleum of former President Ho Chi Minh. Their Majesties will then attend the Official Welcoming Ceremony and meet with His Excellency the General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, and his spouse.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Their Majesties will also grant audiences to His Excellency Mr. Le Minh Hung, Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, and His Excellency Mr. Tran Thah Man, Chairman of the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

On the same day, His Excellency the General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and his spouse will host a State Banquet in honour of Their Majesties at Tonkin Palace, after which they will proceed to Ngoc Son Temple to view cultural performances.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

On the last day of the Visit, Their Majesties the King and Queen will visit the Quan Su Pagoda, which is the Headquarters of the Executive Council of the Viet Nam Buddhist Sangha, and the Thai Cultural Centre at Hanoi University.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The State Visit of Their Majesties the King and Queen to the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam marks the first State Visit in the history of relations between the two countries and will be the highlight of events commemorating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Viet Nam. Reflecting the close friendship and mutual understanding that exist between the two countries, the Visit will provide an important opportunity to further strengthen bilateral relations for the mutual benefit and enduring prosperity of the peoples of both countries.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

 <\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/540544","date_published":"2026-09-10T14:30:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/2026091006064833ee0ef3028cd988b404da76df162308.jpeg"},{"id":"930eaf58fd1eed70b2b5e2c9f4d61ea0","title":"Their Majesties the King and Queen Provide Humanitarian Assistance to Nepal","content_text":"

His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana graciously appointed Air Chief Marshal Johm Rungsawang, Privy Councilor, as Their Majesties’ representative to present humanitarian assistance for the people of Nepal affected by the recent flash floods and mudslides.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The relief items were received by Mr. Dhan Bahadur Oli, Ambassador of Nepal to Thailand, at a ceremony held at the Aircraft Hangar, Wing 6, Royal Thai Air Force Headquarters in Bangkok on 5 September 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The ceremony was also attended by Mrs. Eksiri Pintaruchi, Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs, and Air Chief Marshal Sakesan Kantha, Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Air Force.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The Ambassador of Nepal expressed profound appreciation for the royal benevolence. The royal relief items include tents, emergency sleeping bags, relief packages for children, electric generators, safety helmets, and other essential supplies. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The Royal Thai Air Force will deliver the items to Kathmandu, Nepal, early on 6 September 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

 <\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/538931","date_published":"2026-09-06T09:26:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/20260906bf013ae7ccb0b5566f1a80049966bb0a120327.jpeg"},{"id":"674acd48a60b4b506e2a93233f8f9562","title":"Princess Sirivannavari Designs Uniforms for Thailand's 2026 Asian Games Team","content_text":"

Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, Creative Director of SIRIVANNAVARI, has designed the official ceremonial uniforms for Thailand’s national athletes under the concept “The Art of Unity.” These uniforms will be worn at the opening ceremony of the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, taking place from 19 September to 4 October 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The uniform consists of four pieces: a three-pocket jacket made of handwoven cotton; a white shirt featuring embroidery on the front panel reflecting Thai and Japanese cultural elements; trousers in the same color as the jacket; and a necktie tied in SIRIVANNAVARI’s signature Diamond Knot. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Designed for more than 900 athletes and team officials, the ensemble presents Thai identity on the Asian stage through a contemporary design.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The uniforms incorporate handwoven indigo-dyed cotton from the Sustainable Village Project, under Her Royal Highness’s royal initiative in Sakon Nakhon Province, as well as handwoven cotton from the SUPPORT Foundation under the Royal Patronage of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The design blends elegance with functionality, celebrating Thai craftsmanship and inspiring national pride.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

 <\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/534305","date_published":"2026-08-22T16:54:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/20260822ddef89080c8e5a5fbca55425d54b30bf172058.jpeg"},{"id":"98f8510c67673ea3afffd8599aa1e3a8","title":"H.R.H. Princess Sirivannavari Visits Bangkok National Museum","content_text":"

Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya visited the Bangkok National Museum on 15 August 2026 to view ancient artifacts and observe restoration work.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The visit began with Her Royal Highness paying homage to the Phra Buddha Sihing image at the Buddhaisawan Chapel. The Princess then viewed mural paintings, created in the reign of King Rama I, which depict the life of the Buddha. The murals demonstrate the development of traditional Thai mural art, and they have subsequently been restored.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Her Royal Highness proceeded to the Maha Surasinghanat Building to pay homage to a carved stone statue of Ganesha from Candi Singhasari (Central Java), Indonesia, which the Dutch government presented to King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) during his second royal visit to Java.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The Princess also viewed significant antiquities from the Srivijaya period, such as a bronze torso of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, which was discovered in Chaiya District, Surat Thani Province, a bronze Buddha image in the attitude of subduing Mara, also from Surat Thani, and a four-armed statue of the god Vishnu discovered in Takua Pa District, Phang-nga Province.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

On the second floor of the Maha Surasinghanat Building, Her Royal Highness viewed artifacts from the Lopburi period, including a 1,000-year-old gilded bronze sculpture believed to depict an ancient monarch, as well as the largest bronze statue of a deity ever discovered in Non Sung District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Afterward, Her Royal Highness visited Issaravinitchai Royal Hall to view the exhibition “Exquisite Siamese Textiles: A Tribute to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother,” showcasing ancient court textiles alongside fabrics from various ethnic groups. The Princess also visited the Royal Chariot Hall to observe the renovation of the Great Victory Royal Chariot (Phra Maha Phichai Ratcharot) and the Phra Wechayanta Royal Chariot (Wechayanta Ratcharot).<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

 <\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/532077","date_published":"2026-08-16T20:30:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/202608162d2a3d41839b7a3298ad59df0d68b35e211034.jpeg"},{"id":"63f3c33d426f2cdebcac59822e757916","title":"H.R.H. Princess Sirivannavari Presides Over Symposium and Visits \u201cLegacy\u201d Exhibition ","content_text":"

Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya on 13 August 2026 at 15.30 hr presided over the 2026 Symposium on “Knowledge Development for International Product Development” on the 7th floor of ICONSIAM in Bangkok.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

On this occasion, Her Royal Highness presented copies of the book “Thai Textiles Trend Book Spring\/Summer 2027” to 47 people, comprising members of the Cabinet, executives of the Ministry of Interior and the Community Development Department, and other participants.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Her Royal Highness also delivered a presentation on the topic of "Promoting and Developing the International Image of Thai Textiles for 2026,” and viewed the exhibition of the Thai Textiles Trend Book Spring\/Summer 2027.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

At 16.45 hr. Her Royal Highness visited the “Legacy” cultural capital fashion exhibition, organized by the Government Public Relations Department (PRD) at Thara Hall and Charoen Nakhon Hall on the M Floor of ICONSIAM.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The exhibition was meant to honor the enduring legacy of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, who laid the foundation for preserving Thai textile heritage. It was also intended to carry forward the royal vision of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari through the “Legacy: Creative Continuity & Creativity” concept.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Her Royal Highness also viewed “The Walk of Woven Identities” fashion show, featuring the achievements of 10 model communities, which were honored for Thai textile development, elevating local fabrics into modern fashion. The show highlighted the evolution of Thai textiles from local wisdom to creative process and contemporary fashion, reflecting the unique identities of each region of the country.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/531784","date_published":"2026-08-14T13:08:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/202608142eb558d202fd123d4435c1d0891728ed134708.jpg"},{"id":"73656c42104e9ed5830e333c14d68d26","title":"National Mother\u2019s Day, 12 August, in Honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother","content_text":"

Although Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother has passed away, her lifelong devotion to the nation lives on in the hearts of all Thai people. Every year on 12 August, Her Majesty's birthday is observed as National Mother's Day, honoring her legacy as the Mother of the Land.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

To mark National Mother’s Day each year, the National Council on Social Welfare of Thailand selects outstanding mothers to receive the “Model Mother” awards. Concurrently, awards are presented to individuals recognized as dutiful children for their exemplary devotion to their mothers.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Originally, Thailand observed 15 April as National Mother’s Day as designated by the Cabinet in 1950. The celebration of National Mother’s Day was later discontinued. For over half a century, with the genuine concern and loving care of a mother, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit steadfastly supported occupational development to uplift and supplement family incomes. In grateful appreciation, the National Council on Social Welfare of Thailand proposed designating Her Majesty’s birthday as National Mother’s Day in 1976. Upon Cabinet approval, the celebration was officially resumed that same year.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The Queen’s motherly love earned her many words of praise, as well as affection and respect from her people. Her Majesty worked side by side with King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great to eliminate difficulties within the Kingdom. Throughout the long period, Her Majesty never complained of weariness but was always happy to be in the midst of people. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Her Majesty promoted the development of Thai people beyond their imagination. Following in the footsteps of King Bhumibol, Queen Sirikit initiated numerous projects, covering a wide range of areas, such as humanitarian work, Thai arts and culture, education, income generation, and conservation and preservation of biological diversity. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

One example of Her Majesty’s maternal care and devotion to her people was her establishment of the SUPPORT Foundation (Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques). This initiative continues not only to provide supplementary income to farming families but also to preserve traditional Thai handicrafts.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Thai people remember with gratitude the boundless kindness of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, who is revered as a symbol of motherhood and caring.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/530989","date_published":"2026-08-12T06:36:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/20260812ce64c8f04d5d2cca6f5546df24f03fd6064656.jpeg"},{"id":"e16e1878a2112e544ff2ff1701a64baf","title":"Royal Flora Bestowed by H.R.H. Princess Sirivannavari Featured at \u201cRoyal Project 57\u201d in Bangkok","content_text":"

Royal flora bestowed by Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya are featured at the “Royal Project 57” fair, held from 1 to 12 August 2026 at the CentralWorld Shopping Center in Bangkok.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Since 2022, Her Royal Highness graciously bestowed 18 species and 44 varieties of plants upon the Royal Project Foundation for research study, conservation, and propagation, in order to generate employment and improve the quality of life for people living in the highlands.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The plants have been cultivated experimentally at seven Royal Project sites and are now displayed at the Sirivannavari Botanical Garden in the Royal Agricultural Station Angkhang, Chiang Mai Province, which serves as a conservation and learning center to disseminate knowledge on biodiversity. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

The Royal Project Foundation has developed tomato varieties as its signature identity and selected premium lavender varieties for essential oil production. A golden yellow dragon fruit variety with a sweet flavor, fragrant aroma, and soft edible seeds has also been developed, and it was bestowed with the royal name “Princess Sirivannavari Dragon Fruit.” <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Other plants continually developed by the foundation include, for example, matcha and rose teas, fava and runner beans, butternut pumpkin, green peas, wasabi, vanilla, and artichoke. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Organized jointly by the Royal Project Foundation, Kasetsart University, and Central Pattana Public Company, the Royal Project 57 fair is meant to honor His Majesty the King, Honorary President of the Royal Project Foundation, and Her Majesty Queen Suthida, in celebration of Her Majesty's fourth-cycle, or 48th birthday, on 3 June 2026. It is held under the theme “The Blooming Legacy of Royal Flora.”<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Their Majesties the King and Queen on 1 August presided over the opening of this event, which brings fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs and premium agricultural products from the Royal Project to the CentralWorld Shopping Center. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/529045","date_published":"2026-08-06T09:25:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/202608061d4d427b3cd0cb3fbcb962ea037406cc093947.jpg"},{"id":"38557d23e4ae135d6e74e08b4e259c01","title":"H.M. the Queen Presides Over the Opening of Thai Women\u2019s Day 2026","content_text":"

Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana presided over the opening ceremony of Thai Women’s Day 2026, held under the theme “Thai Women Committed to Sustaining the Queen Mother's Heritage Preservation Work," on 1 August 2026 at 16.22 hr at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center in Nonthaburi Province.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Upon arrival at the Royal Jubilee Ballroom, Her Majesty was welcomed by Minister of Social Development and Human Security Nikorn Soemklang, who gave a report on the objectives of organizing the event marking Thai Women’s Day.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

As proposed jointly by the Ministry of Interior, the National Council of Women of Thailand, and women’s groups across the country, the Cabinet on 29 July 2003, acknowledged the designation of 1 August each year Thai Women’s Day. The reason is that 1 August usually marks the start of activities carried out to celebrate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s birthday, 12 August. Her Majesty was then asked to grant permission for the observance of Thai Women’s Day to be in her honor on this special occasion.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Later, in 2008, Her Majesty also granted permission for the use of the Cattleya “Queen Sirikit” orchid as the symbol for Thai Women’s Day. A crossbred cattleya, which is well known and loved among orchid lovers, this variety of orchid yields long white blossoms with yellow lips. It is one of the flowers bearing the royal name “Queen Sirikit” of Thailand, by Her Majesty’s royal consent.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

In presiding over the opening ceremony of Thai Women’s Day 2026, Queen Suthida also presented pins of honor to outstanding Thai women and certificates to outstanding young Thai women. The Queen also viewed exhibitions, a display of products from the four regions of the country under the “One Tambon, One Product (OTOP) Program, and a bazaar of products from the Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques, or the SUPPORT Foundation.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

Her Majesty Queen Suthida has been carrying forward the royal aspirations of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother in folk arts and crafts. Her Majesty also serves as a role model in wearing beautiful Thai silk when performing royal duties. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

In presiding over the opening ceremony of Thai Women’s Day 2019, Her Majesty said, “… I have a firm intention to pay gratitude to the Queen Mother in carrying forward the royal aspirations, following His Majesty the King’s strong determination to treasure and preserve our heritage and build upon the legacy of the Queen Mother…”<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\r\n","url":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/content\/category\/detail\/id\/44\/iid\/527803","date_published":"2026-08-02T19:25:00","image":"https:\/\/thailand.prd.go.th\/en\/file\/get\/file\/202608020db1bb424106f2f89bde6acca3e157a6193644.jpeg"}]}