Vajiralongkorn

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Vajiralongkorn born?July 28, 1952
2. Where was Vajiralongkorn born?Bangkok, Thailand
3. What is the age at ascension?64 years old
4. What is the estimated net worth?US$30 billion to US$70 billion
5. Who is Vajiralongkorn and why is he called Rama X?He is the king of Thailand, and he is called Rama X because he is the tenth king in the Chakri dynasty, which has ruled Thailand for more than 200 years.
6. When did Vajiralongkorn become king of Thailand?He became king on December 1, 2016, after his father, King Bhumibol, passed away on October 13, 2016. The Thai government said his reign started on his father's death date.

Regnal Name: The name a monarch uses while ruling, distinct from their birth name.
Constitutional Monarchy: A system of government where a monarch acts as head of state within the parameters of a constitution.
Crown Property Bureau: An organization that manages the assets of the Thai Crown.