ROC (Taiwan) government expresses sincere condolences on passing of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha

ROC (Taiwan) government expresses sincere condolences on passing of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha

• Date：2026-06-16
• Data Source：Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs

June 16, 2026
No. 271

The government of the ROC (Taiwan) expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita, eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of the Kingdom of Thailand.

President Lai Ching-te and Premier Cho Jung-tai have conveyed the sympathies of the people and government of Taiwan over the loss of Princess Bajrakitiyabha through the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand. On June 16, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Baushuan Ger visited the Thailand Trade and Economic Office in Taipei to pay his respects and deliver a message of condolence on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Princess Bajrakitiyabha devoted her life to the nation and people of Thailand, serving in such key positions as prosecutor in the Office of the Attorney General and Thailand's ambassador to Austria. She was also a long-term campaigner for elevating the status of women and vulnerable groups. Her wisdom and compassion were deeply admired by the Thai people.

The cabinet of Thailand has ordered a 15-day period of national mourning. MOFA asks citizens visiting Thailand to observe royal mourning protocols as a mark of respect to the country during this somber time. (E)