The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand has refuted a circulating claim alleging that French President Emmanuel Macron knelt before the King of Thailand, Maha Vajiralongkorn, during the presentation of high state honors. This viral claim originated from an image that Thai social networks reported was generated by artificial intelligence. The incident occurred following the official state visit of the Thai monarch to Paris.
This visit was notable as it marked the first official journey of the Thai monarchy to France since 1960, underscoring the 170-year diplomatic relationship between the two nations. According to reports from Thai media, the official ceremony took place during a state dinner at the presidential palace. During the event, President Macron presented the highest French accolades.
Specifically, the 73-year-old king received the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor, while Queen Suthida was presented with the Grand Cross of the Order of National Merit. The denial from the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs sought to correct the record regarding the highly publicized image. The official documentation confirms the diplomatic exchange and the awarding of honors, focusing on the established protocols between France and the Kingdom of Thailand.
The visit reinforced the enduring ties between the two countries, with the royal presence serving as a key diplomatic focus for the Thai government.
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