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The state, the public and the private sector are organising activities, from making merit to organising exhibitions, to mark the 70th anniversary of His Majesty the King's accession to the throne on June 9. On this occasion, people are encouraged to wear yellow, the colour that symbolises the King, to show their respect, loyalty and gratitude.


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Thailand celebrates King Bhumibol Adulyadej's 70th year on the throne. (Video and photos by Reuters)

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has sent the following message to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on the occasion of the 70th Anniversary of His Majesty’s Accession to the Throne.

"It gives me great pleasure to offer my warmest congratulations on the occasion of the 70th Anniversary of the Accession to the Throne of Your Majesty. The relationship between our two countries, which has lasted over 400 years, has become even stronger during Your Majesty’s reign. I send you my very best wishes for the continued happiness and prosperity of all."

Elizabeth R.



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US President Barack Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry have sent congratulatory messages to His Majesty, marking the 70th anniversary of the King's accession to the throne Thursday

In his message, Mr Obama said:

"On behalf of the American people, I send my heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and the people of the Kingdom of Thailand as they celebrate the 70th anniversary of the King’s accession to the throne. On this historic occasion, I want to express my admiration for His Majesty’s leadership and his many contributions to deepening the enduring bonds between our peoples.

"As I saw first hand during my visit to Bangkok in 2012, His Majesty’s leadership has helped our two countries promote peace and prosperity throughout the Asia-Pacific region. His Majesty has served as a source of strength and inspiration for many in our two countries over the past seven decades. As the only reigning monarch born in the United States, His Majesty shares a special connection with the American people. King Bhumibol Adulyadej Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts, his birthplace, serves as a testament to the close ties between our two countries.

"We look forward to continuing to strengthen the relationship between the people of the US and Thailand in order to further increase mutual prosperity and address regional and global challenges together."

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