Lucknow, India

How will the death of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha impact the 800-year-old monarchy?

Published 12 June 2026 · general

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha has died at the age of 47. Her death throws the royal succession into uncertainty. The princess was – unlike her father

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha has died at the age of 47. Her death throws the royal succession into uncertainty. The princess was – unlike her father – free of scandal and viewed by many as the best hope for the monarchy's future. Anja Kueppers-McKinnon speaks to a journalist in Bangkok and an expert on the Thai monarchy to find out what this moment means for the Thai people and for its royal family. For more news go to Follow DW on social media ► ►TikTok ► ► Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie Subscribe

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