Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit, who created her own, very special place in the postwar revival of Thailand’s monarchy, passed away on 24 October 2025, the Thai Royal Household bureau announced.
Nordic Embassies in Thailand and many Nordic individuals in Thailand expressed in various ways their condolences to the Thai Royal family. During the reign of her husband, HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej, his and Queen Sirikit’s cordial connection to the Royal families in the Nordic countries strengthened into friendships.
“The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok extends its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother,” wrote the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok on it’s webiste.
“We join the people of Thailand in mourning this profound loss and in paying tribute to Her Majesty’s enduring legacy of compassion, public service and her valued contributions to the relations between Norway and Thailand,” the message added, along with this photo from their majesties visit to Oslo in 1960.
The Swedish Embassy in Bangkok posted on its Facebook page:
“The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok extends its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother.”
“We join the people of Thailand in mourning this profound loss and in paying tribute to Her Majesty’s enduring legacy of compassion, public service, and her valued contributions to the relations between Sweden and Thailand.” But with a different image from 2011.
The Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok wrote in its condolence message:
“The Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok extends its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother.”
“The Embassy joins the people of Thailand in mourning this profound loss. We pay tribute to Her Majesty’s lifelong dedication to her people, her enduring legacy of compassion and service, and her valued contributions to the relations between Denmark and Thailand,” the Embassy added.
The Embassy of Finland also expressed its condolences:
“The Embassy of Finland in Bangkok extends its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, the Finnish embassy wrote on its Facebook page.
“The Embassy joins the people of Thailand in mourning this profound loss. Her Majesty’s dedication to her people will be remembered with highest respect and appreciation.”
The Danish Church in Thailand expressed its condolences in Danish. Translated, the message read:
“On the occasion of the passing of the Thai Queen Mother, H.M. Queen Sirikit, the Danish Church in Thailand expresses our deepest condolences to our Thai friends and neighbours,” wrote the Danish Church.
“As the wife of Thailand’s longest-reigning monarch, King Bhumibol (Rama IX), Queen Sirikit had a close relationship with the Danish royal family.”
“Below she is seen together with then-Crown Princess Margrethe during a state visit to Thailand in 1963,” the Church added.
Thai Nordic Association wrote:
“We express our deepest respect and heartfelt sorrow on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother.”
“Her Majesty’s life of grace, compassion, and dedication has inspired generations, leaving a lasting legacy of kindness and service. Her devotion to culture, nature, and the wellbeing of others will always be remembered with deep gratitude and admiration,” the TNA elaborated.
“May Her Majesty rest in eternal peace.”
All the postings were followed by kind supports from Thais and Nordic citizens.
