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Do Thai love their king?
Thais are taught from birth to revere and love their king, but also to fear the consequences of speaking out against him. The so-called Land of Smiles is one of a very small number of countries with a lese majeste law.
Who is the next heir to the Thai throne?
Prince Dipangkorn Rasmijoti
Heirs-apparent and heirs-presumptive to the throne
| Heirs to the Thai Throne | ||
|---|---|---|
| Heir | Status | Next in line of succession (Relation to heir) |
| Maha Vajiralongkorn | Crown Prince (1972) | Princess Bajrakitiyabha, 1997–2005, daughter |
| Prince Dipangkorn Rasmijoti, 2005–present, son | ||
| Dipangkorn Rasmijoti | Chao Fa | Princess Bajrakitiyabha, half-sister |
How much money does king Maha Vajiralongkorn have?
Estimates of King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s wealth start at $30bn, but that number may be much higher.
Is the King of Thailand a Hindu?
Thailand is a Buddhist kingdom, and the country’s king is considered the guardian of the faith. But many of the coronation ceremonies will be presided over by Brahmin priests from the Hindu faith.
Who is the richest monarch?
King Maha Vajiralongkorn
King Maha Vajiralongkorn is believed to be the richest individual royal in the world, with a fortune of $30 billion (£24.4bn).
Where is King Maha Vajiralongkorn?
King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand has returned to Germany – together with 30 poodles – after spending more than a year away from his adopted home in the Bavarian alps, according to German media reports.
How powerful is the Thai king?
Under the constitution the king is given very little power, but remains a figurehead and symbol of the Thai nation. As the head of state, however, he is given some powers and has a role to play in the workings of government. According to the constitution, the king is head of the armed forces.