BANGKOK, 5 December 2013 Foreign diplomats and artists from ASEAN member countries have joined Thais in a candle lighting ceremony in honor of HM the King on the occasion of his 86th birthday anniversary.
According to Minister of Culture Sonthaya Khunpleum, the ministry has sponsored a cultural fair to honor HM the King at Siam Paragon from December 1-8, 2013, during which dance and music from ASEAN member countries and trade partners such as China and South Korea are performed. The highlight of the event on 5 December was the candle lighting ceremony attended by foreign diplomats, Culture Ministry officials, executives of Siam Paragon, foreign artists as well as the general public, the minister said.
The ASEAN cultural fair is being held in the capital and other provinces with the concept of HM the King being a brilliant example for his subjects, and an artist who excels in music, literature and arts.
