Thailand’s Office of the Royal Society (ORST) has announced the change of the official name of Thailand’s capital, from “Bangkok” to “Krung Thep Maha Nakhon”. The name “Bangkok” will, however, still be recognised by officials. The Thai cabinet approved the change, in principle, yesterday (Tuesday) and the new official name will not come into effect … Continue reading Thailand’s capital name to officially be changed to Krung Thep Maha Nakhon