Maha Vajirelongkorn

Maha Vajirelongkorn, also known as King Rama X, is the current king of Thailand, having ascended to the throne in 2016. His reign has been marked by significant political and social challenges, including issues related to the royal family's image and the governance of the Buddhist clergy. Recently, he formally withdrew honors from numerous monks involved in a scandal related to extortion and misconduct, highlighting his commitment to reforming the Buddhist monastic order.