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Princess Anne to visit Thailand next month

Princess Anne of the United Kingdom will visit Thailand on July 16-17, according to the British embassy in Bangkok.

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Royal crematorium complex on schedule

Construction of the royal crematorium complex for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother is progressing as planned and is expected to be completed by Oct 31, officials said on Friday.

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Visiting Thailand during the mourning period? Here’s what will and won’t change for travellers

Although much of the country will wear mourning attire, tourists are not expected to do the same.

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No entertainment event ban, Anutin says

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says the government has imposed no ban on private celebrations or entertainment events following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother.

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Envoys tour Andaman Coast

Diplomats from 28 countries visited the Andaman Coast under an invitation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation to showcase the success of royal initiatives for social development in the South.

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Queen Mother's 'Decades Of Style' on view

The Thai Textile Society presents a guided tour of a special exhibition of HM Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother's wardrobe, at Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles on the Grand Palace's compound, Na Phra Lan Road, on Saturday at 10am.

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Tradition meets contemporary creativity at Thai silk event

Two of the world's most renowned fashion designers -- Jimmy Choo and Rocco Barocco -- have expressed their views about Thai silk which they say has the potential to prosper on the world stage.

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Govt to organise third Thai Silk Fashion Week

The Office of the Permanent Secretary, the Prime Minister's Office, in collaboration with the Association of Thai Culture and Promotions, will organise the 3rd International Thai Silk Fashion Week in honour of the anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother's 90th birthday this year.

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PM's wife showcases local arts and crafts in Ayutthaya

Naraporn Chan-o-cha, wife of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, on Friday led a group of spouses of Apec leaders and representatives on a visit to the Arts of the Kingdom Museum in Ayutthaya's Bang Pa-in district.

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A bond formed in clay

The Meteorological Department predicts heavy rains for this week, and today is a public holiday. The National Museum Bangkok is the ideal refuge if you want to enjoy art while also getting away from the cloudbursts.

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Doi Kham releases new jam in honour of Queen Mother

Doi Kham has recently launched a new product, Mornberry jam, in celebration of the 90th birthday of HM Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. However, only a limited quantity is available.

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Special train ride for Queen Mother's birthday

The State Railway of Thailand joins the nation in celebrating Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother's 90th birthday on Friday with a special steam ride to Chachoengsao province.

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Royal exhibit explores textiles from the North

Chiang Mai National Museum is hosting "90 Vassa: Phuen Pa Hom La Phuen Pha Hom Muang", an exhibition in honour of the 90th birthday anniversary of HM Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, until Aug 31.

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Celebrate Queen Mother's birthday at Siam Paragon

To mark the 90th birthday anniversary of HM Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, Siam Paragon is holding many activities including exquisite art and textile showcases and exhibitions.

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Special events for Queen Sirikit's birthday

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has organised a series of special events titled 'Miracle Of The Arts Of The Kingdom' in celebration of the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother this month.

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See the beauty of the batik

Those with a passion for rare batik have until April 30 next year to witness the beauty of the intricate patterns being displayed during "A Royal Treasure: The Javanese Batik Collection Of King Chulalongkorn Of Siam" at the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles in the Grand Palace.

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A forest in the heart of the city

Bangkok is currently shrouded in monsoon clouds, but during the day, green parks and open-air venues have become popular gathering places for locals and families.

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PM orders work on Benjakitti Park sped up

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed relevant agencies to speed up the further development of Benjakitti Forest Park ahead of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother's birthday celebrations on Aug 12.

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PM orders upgrade work on Benjakitti Park sped up

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed relevant agencies to expedite the further development of Benjakitti Forest Park ahead of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother's birthday celebrations on Aug 12.

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HM The King honours Queen Mother's legacy

To celebrate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit's 90th birthday anniversary on Aug 12, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana recently presided over the "Siam Phatra Phusa Sa-ngasilp" gala dinner at the Grand Ballroom of Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok.

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'Textile Day' to honour Queen Sirikit

Aug 12 has been declared National Thai Textile Day to coincide with the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother who led efforts to modernise the domestic textile industry.

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Thai silk seen as new focus of 'soft power' as fair revs up

The government will continue promoting Thai silk as part of its efforts to make Thailand's soft power conquer the world, said Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam in his capacity as chair of the committee organising the 11th Celebration of Silk, Thai Silk Road to the World, on Saturday.

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Plans afoot for Queen Sirikit's 90th

The government is organising major events this year to commemorate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother's 90th birthday on Aug 12.

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Princess Sirivannavari honours her grandparents with new textiles book

To underline a commitment to the royal wishes of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother in preserving Thai cultural heritage, HRH Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya recently launched Thai Textiles Trend Book Autumn/Winter 2022-2023 that celebrates local wisdom and unique Thai weaving…

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