On 13 October 2026, His Excellency Mr. Bolbongse Vangphaen, Ambassador of Thailand to the United Arab Emirates, presided over a ceremony on Navamindra Maharaj Day (Memorial Day and anniversary of the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej) at the Royal Thai Embassy in Abu Dhabi. The ceremony was attended by heads and representatives of Team Thailand agencies in Abu Dhabi, as well as officials, staff members, and their spouses.

On this occasion, participants paid tribute to His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great (Rama IX), reflecting on His Majesty’s boundless benevolence and lifelong dedication to the well-being of the Thai people. They also reflected on His Majesty’s royal initiatives and guidance, particularly the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy, and reaffirmed their commitment to upholding these principles in the discharge of their duties and in their daily lives, for the benefit of the Thai people and the continued development of the nation.