UN chief praises king for 'commitment to universal values'
Posted at 20:37
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has paid tribute to King Bhumibol. A statement from his office said:
"The Secretary-General acknowledges King Bhumibol’s long dedication to his country and his legacy as a unifying national leader. He was revered by the people of Thailand and highly respected internationally. In recognition of his work, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the United Nations Development Programme in 2006.
"The Secretary-General expresses his hope that Thailand will continue to honour King Bhumibol’s legacy of commitment to universal values and respect for human rights.