Thailand’s Crown Prince Maha Vajiralonkorn, who was named successor to Bhumibol back in December 1972, wants to lay to rest speculation that’s arisen as the southeast Asian nation mourns its ...

Thailand’s parliament says now is an appropriate time for Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn to assume the throne. “The late King Bhumibol Adulyadej passed away. And the throne is now empty.

Thailand’s Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn will succeed his father King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died at age 88. Photo: Getty Images BANGKOK—Following in the steps of a father is seldom easy.

BANGKOK—Thailand’s crown prince won’t only succeed his father as king. He will also inherit the keys to one of the world’s largest royal fortunes. The multibillion-dollar wealth of the ...

Thailand’s Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn will be asked to become the nation’s new monarch this week, the ruling junta has announced, following the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej last month.