Yellow-shirted supporters and royalists greeted HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn yesterday as he headed up birthday commemorations for his revered late father, the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. It was the latest in a series of high profile public appearances that coincides with unprecedented challenges to the Thai monarchy from student-led protesters. December 5 is commemorated as Fathers Day each year in Thailand.
HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn, accompanied by HM Queen Suthida, waved at thousands of loyal enthusiasts as they arrived at Bangkok’s Sanam Luang ceremonial ground, adjacent to the Grand Palace. The crowd were waving Thai and yellow royal flags whilst cheering “Long live the King”. The yellow shirts symbolise the colour associated with the royal institution but have also been hijacked by political groups loyal to the Monarchy, Army and conservative governments and…
