Passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita of The Kingdom of Thailand

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13 June 2026

Passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita of The Kingdom of Thailand

The Government of the Republic of Singapore is deeply saddened by the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita of the Kingdom of Thailand on 11 June 2026. The Government of Singapore conveys its condolences to the Royal Family, the Royal Thai Government, and the people of Thailand.

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has written to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of the Kingdom of Thailand to convey his deepest condolences. Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong has written to Thailand's Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul, and Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan has written to Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkeow, to express their condolences.

The text of the letters is appended.

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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

SINGAPORE

13 JUNE 2026

Condolence Letter from President Tharman Shanmugaratnam to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua

12 June 2026

His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua

Kingdom of Thailand

Your Majesty,

It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Your Majesty's beloved daughter, Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita.

Her Royal Highness lived a life of service and purpose. As a diplomat and public prosecutor, she was renowned for her strong sense of justice. Her steadfast support for the Thai Red Cross Society and the Children Foundation at the Phramongkutklao Hospital provided a lifeline to those in need. Her Royal Highness' tireless advocacy to advance women's rights, in particular on the treatment of women within the criminal justice system, was internationally recognised.

Singapore had the honour of hosting Her Royal Highness during Your Majesty's official visit in 1999 as Crown Prince, and when she visited Singapore as the 42^nd Lee Kuan Yew Exchange Fellow in 2014. Singaporeans who had the honour to interact with Her Royal Highness were deeply impressed by her poise and intellect.

Her Royal Highness leaves behind an inspiring legacy and will be dearly missed. On behalf of the people of Singapore, I extend my deepest condolences during this time of grief.

Yours sincerely,

THARMAN SHANMUGARATNAM

Condolence Letter from Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong to Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul

12 June 2026

His Excellency Anutin Charnvirakul

Prime Minister and Minister of Interior

Kingdom of Thailand

Your Excellency,

On behalf of the Government of Singapore, I convey our deepest condolences on the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita.

Her Royal Highness will be fondly remembered for her contributions to the betterment of Thai society. She was a steadfast champion for the vulnerable and less fortunate. She was not only a skilled prosecutor and accomplished diplomat, but also deeply respected internationally as a strong advocate for women's rights. She played a pivotal role in building international norms for the improved treatment and welfare of female prisoners. Singapore had the honour and privilege to host Her Royal Highness on several occasions. She accompanied His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua during his official visit to Singapore as Crown Prince in 1999. When Her Royal Highness visited Singapore in 2014 as the 42^nd Lee Kuan Yew Exchange Fellow, she inspired many with her wisdom, compassion and steadfast dedication to the Thai people.

Her Royal Highness' passing will be deeply felt by the people of Thailand and the international community.

Yours sincerely,

LAWRENCE WONG

Condolence Letter from Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkeow

12 June 2026

His Excellency Sihasak Phuangketkeow

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs

Kingdom of Thailand

Your Excellency,

Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita.

Her Royal Highness was devoted to the people of Thailand. An avid champion for the less fortunate, she organised numerous initiatives that supported underprivileged children and female inmates. Her Royal Highness was also a seasoned practitioner of diplomacy who made valuable contributions on the international stage. Her strong advocacy for justice, the rule of law, and women's rights was internationally recognised by the United Nations.

Singapore was honoured to have hosted Her Royal Highness on several occasions. In 1999, she accompanied her father, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, on his official visit to Singapore as Crown Prince. She visited Singapore again in 2014 as the 42^nd Lee Kuan Yew Exchange Fellow. Many Singaporeans including our diplomats who had the honour to interact with her, were deeply impressed by her poise and intellect, and inspired by her steadfast commitment to public service.

My heartfelt sympathies to you and the people of Thailand on this great loss.

Yours sincerely,

DR VIVIAN BALAKRISHNAN