Global Leaders and Nations Honor Legacy of Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother
International tributes have been flowing into Thailand following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, who died on October 24 at the age of 93. World leaders and foreign embassies have united in praising her lifelong devotion to the Thai people and her profound cultural legacy.
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Their Majesties the King and Queen of Bhutan, together with the Bhutanese Royal Family and people, expressed profound sadness, joining Thailand in mourning. A royal message from Bhutan celebrated the Queen Mother as “a beloved Queen whose life was devoted to the service and well-being of her people,” highlighting her compassion and tireless efforts to uplift communities and preserve Thai culture. The message affirmed that her legacy “will continue to live on in the beauty of Thailand’s traditions and in the hearts of her people.”
From Cambodia, Prime Minister Hun Manet conveyed his government’s deepest condolences, describing Queen Sirikit as “the beloved Mother of the Thai Nation.” He honored her dedication to the well-being of the Thai people, her work in preserving national crafts, and her commitment to rural development, calling her legacy “an inspiration for generations to come.”
The Permanent Mission of Thailand to the United Nations is profoundly saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother.
Her Majesty, accompanying His Majesty King Bhumibol, visited the United Nations Headquarters in New York in July 1960 and June 1967, at… pic.twitter.com/wTJpTv7RYo
— Permanent Mission of Thailand to the UN (@ThailandUN) October 25, 2025
Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan extended heartfelt sympathies, stating, “My sympathy goes out to the government and people of Thailand.” Diplomatic missions in Bangkok also issued moving tributes. The Philippine Embassy praised her “unwavering devotion,” while the Chinese Embassy remembered her as “a great and cherished friend of the Chinese people.” Japan honored her “outstanding contributions to the unity and prosperity of the Thai people,” and Russia recalled her “invaluable contribution to the country’s development” and role in strengthening bilateral ties.
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Embassies from Germany, the Netherlands, India, and Egypt also offered condolences, noting her compassionate service, promotion of arts and culture, and enduring international friendships. The French Embassy described her as “a great friend of France,” and the British Embassy expressed that the United Kingdom is “deeply saddened” by her passing. United States officials joined the people of Thailand in mourning, stating, “We join the people of Thailand in mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.” These worldwide messages reflect the deep and far-reaching respect for a monarch who dedicated her life to service, culture, and cross-cultural friendship.
-Thailand News (TN)




