The ambassador participated in the Songkran celebration at Wat Buddhabhavana Västerås.
On 6 May 2023, Ambassador Arunrung Photong Humphreys and staff from the Royal Thai Embassy participated in the Songkran (Thai New Year) celebration organised by Wat Buddhabhavana Västerås, and took part in alms giving, celebration parade in the community surrounding the temple, and pouring scented water on monks and elders’ hands to pay respect and receive blessing.
The Ambassador highlighted the significance of Songkran in Thai culture and tradition, and as a symbol marking a new year, and therefore wishes the Thai people in Sweden and their family success in life and work henceforth.