Thai King encourages national prosperity on his 71st birthday

Yesterday marked the 71st birthday of the King of Thailand, who celebrated the occasion by encouraging all Thais to act in a manner that benefits not only themselves but also others. The speech took place in the grand audience, or ‘Maha Samakhom’, at the Amarindra Vinijaya Throne Hall in the Grand Palace. The King emphasised that, to achieve national prosperity, the implementation of good and smart governance is mandatory and so is the support from the entire nation.

“I wish that those of you who hold key positions in the main institutions and the people, through wisdom and judgement, set their mind on carrying out tasks that are good and right for themselves and the others. The results of these actions will lead to the prosperity of the nation and peace and happiness of the people.”

In this grand gathering, the King expressed his gratitude…