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Hated Son May Take Thai King’s Crown After Shock Twist

SUCCESSION

The eccentric King of Thailand wanted his daughter to succeed him but a near-fatal health condition could lead to an explosive showdown.

Tom Sykes
Tom Sykes 

European Editor at Large

A photo illustration of Thailand’s exiled prince, Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse, surrounded by his father, King Maha Vajiralongkorn and his half-sister, Princess Bajrakitiyabha.
Photo Illustration by Luis G. Rendon/The Daily Beast/Getty/Reuters
Tom Sykes

Tom Sykes

European Editor at Large

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