World leaders and international organizations continue to extend their condolences over the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, as Thailand unites in mourning and remembrance of her enduring legacy of compassion, service, and devotion to the nation.
On Sunday, Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a letter of condolence to His Majesty the King, expressing deep sorrow and honoring the Queen Mother’s lifelong commitment to strengthening ties between Thailand and China, according to a statement from the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also conveyed his condolences on X, describing Her Majesty’s life as “a shining example of devotion to public service that will continue to inspire generations.”
Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that President Tharman Shanmugaratnam had written to His Majesty the King to express his deepest sympathies.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong also sent a letter of condolence to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, offering his respects on behalf of the Singaporean government.
Cambodian opposition leader Sam Rainsy issued a message honoring the Queen Mother’s efforts in promoting cultural preservation and rural development, while the Karen National Union released a statement describing her as “a guiding light for all Karen people and citizens.”
In Bangkok, large crowds of mourners from across the country gathered at Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion within the Grand Palace on Monday to pay their respects before a portrait of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.
To accommodate the growing number of visitors, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has set up tents and facilities at Sanam Luang to ensure public convenience.
According to the Bureau of the Royal Household, the public may pay their respects before the royal portrait at Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion daily from 8:30am to 4pm, where a royal condolence book is also available for signing.
Beginning November 9, members of the public will be permitted to pay homage before the royal remains at the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall between 9am and noon.
