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Late King Bhumibol Adulyadej
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The 88-year-old king was widely revered but had been in poor
health in recent years, making few public appearances.
He was seen as a stabilising figure in a country hit by
cycles of political turmoil and multiple coups.
Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn will be the new monarch, the
prime minister has said.
In a televised address to the nation, Prayut Chan-ocha said
Thailand would hold a one-year mourning period and that all entertainment
functions must be "toned down" for a month.
Describing the king's death as "the most devastating
moment for Thais", the prime minister said: "He is now in heaven and
may be looking over Thai citizens from there."
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