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Entertainment, sport events allowed after princess’ passing

From Bangkok Post · () English

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • All entertainment and sports events can proceed following the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajarakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati.
  • Organizers and attendees are asked to observe a moment of silence for the late princess before events during the 15-day mourning period.
  • Flags at state offices and schools will fly at half-mast to honor the princess, who died on Thursday after being hospitalized since December 2022.

Thailand will observe a 15-day mourning period following the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajarakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati, but all scheduled entertainment and sports events may continue. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced Friday that organizers and participants should observe a moment of silence before activities commence.

Flags at all state offices and schools will be flown at half-mast throughout the mourning period. Government officials are required to wear mourning attire.

The princess passed away on Thursday at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. She had been hospitalized since December 15, 2022, after collapsing while training her pet dog in Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima, a day prior. Crowds of people gathered at the hospital to pay their respects.

All concerts and other events are allowed as planned but organisers and attendants should rise for a moment of silence for the late princess before the activities are scheduled to start during the mourning period.

— Anutin CharnvirakulPrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced that events can continue while observing mourning protocols.
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