Official visitThe King of Thailand, Rama X, and the Queen of Thailand, Suthida, arrive in Paris on June 28 and are officially received on June 29 by Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron. Here is the official program detailing this state visit that celebrates the diplomatic relations between the two countries.
In brief: arrival on June 28, ceremony at the Invalides at 4:30 PM, reception at the Élysée at 5 PM, and state dinner at 8 PM. Cultural visits at the Decorative Arts Museum, wreath-laying at the Arc de Triomphe, and a stop in Toulouse for a visit to Airbus. For context and the official schedule, refer to specialized press coverage like Le Figaro and the dossier from 20 Minutes.
Official program: welcome and ceremonies in Paris
On June 29, the official welcome will begin at the Invalides at 4:30 PM, followed by a reception at the Élysée Palace at 5 PM where the president and the First Lady will receive the royal couple. The evening will continue with a state dinner at 8 PM to seal the symbolic and diplomatic dimension of the visit.
This part of the official program highlights the importance of the bilateral meeting between Paris and Bangkok and sets the stage for future economic and cultural exchanges.
Culture and Heritage: the exhibition “Fashion in Majesty”
The royal couple will visit the Decorative Arts Museum for the exhibition Fashion in Majesty, which brings together more than a hundred outfits and accessories from the Thai court, under the patronage of Princess Sirivannavari. This cultural episode illustrates the soft power component of the visit and strengthens the diplomatic relations on the heritage front.
The presence of the princess, a fashion designer, adds a personal and contemporary touch to this cultural aspect, enhancing media and public interest in this visit.
Bilateral Meeting and Tribute: Arc de Triomphe
The program includes a wreath-laying at the tomb of the unknown soldier under the Arc de Triomphe, a strong official gesture as part of the state visit. Discussions between delegations will focus on political and economic cooperation, which is part of the 170th anniversary of relations established in 1856.
This solemn moment prepares for the upcoming bilateral discussions and reminds us of the long-standing links between France and Thailand, a lever for future joint projects.
Toulouse and the Industrial Challenge: Airbus Visit
The planned stop in Toulouse on July 1 will visit the Airbus site, a strategic stop mentioned by the national press. The interest of the sovereign, an experienced pilot, and the curiosity of the queen, a former flight attendant, make it plausible for there to be an industrial aspect focused on aeronautics.
This meeting illustrates how an official visit combines protocol prestige and concrete commercial issues, paving the way for targeted partnerships.
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