Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit dies at age 93
Summary
Queen Mother Sirikit of Thailand passed away at the age of 93. She was known for her work on several royal projects aimed at helping rural communities and preserving Thailand's crafts and environment. She had been in declining health and spent her final years under hospital care in Bangkok.Key Facts
- Queen Mother Sirikit died at 93 in a Bangkok hospital.
- She had been suffering from a blood infection since October 17.
- Sirikit was involved in projects to help the rural poor and the environment.
- She was the wife of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died in 2016.
- Her birthday, August 12, is observed as Mother’s Day in Thailand.
- She had four children, including Thailand's current king, Maha Vajiralongkorn.
- Sirikit was involved in social causes like helping refugees and forest conservation.
- Stories of her influence in Thai politics surfaced during times of political unrest.
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