Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn will be crowned this weekend in a pageantry-laden ceremony flecked by Hindu and Buddhist ritual, as Rama X furthers his primacy over one of the world's richest monarchies and a kingdom beset by ulcerous political divides.

Thailand set for coronation of King Rama X, first in 69 years

The coronation of crown prince Maha Vajiralongkorn is likely delayed for a year as he sought more time to mourn his father, King Adulyadej

Thai PM assures smooth succession as crown prince requests coronation after King's funeral

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Thailand set for coronation of King Rama X, first in 69 years

Thai PM assures smooth succession as crown prince requests coronation after King's funeral