Royal couple: Queen Suthida smiling at the people as she and Vajiralongkorn drive past in the royal car in Bangkok, Thailand. — AP
Bangkok: Kneeling in front of her King, Suthida Vajiralongkorn na Ayudhya was invested as Queen in Bangkok’s Grand Palace, taking up a prominent role in a country where the monarchy is deeply revered, a fairytale ascent for the former flight attendant.
Wearing a pink traditional dress, Suthida took her seat next to King Maha Vajiralongkorn in the throne hall after he poured a few drops of sacred water on her forehead and handed over insignia according her status as queen.
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