On 22 January 2026, the Royal Thai Embassy in Canberra organized the “United in Loyalty” activity as part of the tribute and commemoration of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The event was an expression of loyalty and profound gratitude for Her Majesty’s benevolence.

 

As part of the activity, the spouses of officials and the staff of Team Thailand agencies in Canberra joined together to prepare food for the almsgiving ceremony and the luncheon offering to the Sangha, to be hosted by the Embassy on 23 January 2026, on the occasion of the Consecration Ceremony of the Buddhavasa Precinct at Wat Dhammadharo in Canberra between 23-26 January 2026.

 

On 23 January 2026, H.E. Ms. Arjaree Sriratanaban, Ambassador of Thailand to Australia, then led heads and officials of Team Thailand agencies in Canberra, together with their spouses and family, in the aforesaid alms-giving and luncheon offering to the Sangha. Members of the Thai community in Canberra and surrounding areas, as well as those who travelled from various regions across Australia, also joined the ceremony and took part in the merit-making activities.