BANGKOK – Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a message of condolences to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit over the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
He expressed deep condolences over the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and extended his sincere sympathy to other members of the Thai Royal Family and the Thai public.
Xi Jinping said that His Majesty King Bhumibol was a key figure for national development and a crucial promoter of the China-Thailand friendship.
The current status of both countries’ relationship could be credited to the personal efforts and lifelong work of His Majesty King Bhumibol, according to the Chinese President.
He added that with the late His Majesty the King’s personal care and promotion, as well as the common efforts by the two countries, the Sino-Thai friendship has borne many fruits.
He said the passing of the King is a great loss for both the Thai and Chinese public, and that King Bhumibol’s legacy will prevail in the hearts of the two peoples eternally.