Q: The Thai Royal Palace announced the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on October 13. What is China's comment on His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej?

A:His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej has been long revered by the Thai people and made remarkable contribution to promoting national stability and development. He has put enormous enthusiasm into China-Thailand amity, charted the course for bilateral relations together with the Chinese leadership, and made irreplaceable contribution to enhancing people-to-people friendship and expanding bilateral pragmatic cooperation.

The Chinese side offers its deep condolences to the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and conveys sincere sympathies to the Thai government and people.