
Putin said in the message that “HM the King is associated with an important period in Thailand’s recent history that saw great economic development and a stronger position on the international stage.”
Over the decades of his reign, he earned Thai people’s sincere love and earned great authority abroad. He will be remembered in Russia as a principled supporter of developing friendship and cooperation between our countries, Putin said.
Russia PM Dmitry Medvedev told the Thai premier that HM’s entire life is an example of selfless service to His country and people. “I would like to reiterate his large personal contribution to consolidating the traditional friendship and partnership between Russia and Thailand.”