BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thailand is at a crossroads following the death of revered King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said on Friday, urging Thais to stick together and become a “leading country”.

King Bhumibol, 88, died on Oct. 13 at a Bangkok hospital. Many public events in the country have been canceled and most people are wearing black after the military-led government declared a year of mourning.

Prem Tinasulanonda, 96, the leader of the powerful Privy Council, has assumed the role of regent until Crown Prince Vajiralongkorn becomes king.

Prime Minister Prayuth has said the crown prince’s accession could happen within seven to 15 days, or more, after King Bhumibol’s death. ...

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