
ธhis is the first time since completing his duty as Regent that Prem has opened his residence to receive the group in a relaxed atmosphere.
Prayut led the group, saying they had come to pay their respect on the occasion of the New Year, adding that they all look up to Prem for his honesty, knowledge, experience as well as his loyalty to the monarchy. They also wished him good health, symbolically wishing him the blessings of all sacred elements in the country, including the good deeds of Late King Rama IX and His Majesty King Rama X.
Prem responded with thanks and complimented the group for working hard. He said he was glad to see that everybody had worked tirelessly to serve the country and that he trusted they would not give in.
“I’m glad that you are helping one another work for the country with good intentions, working hard to make Thai people happy. These may not be beautiful words, but it’s a strong promise that you have given yourselves, the nation and to everybody in this country,” he said.