Bangkok--23 Jan--Francom Asia PR
Fifty Five of the world’s leading photographers to participate in project to honor His Majesty The King
Publicly listed residential developer Raimon Land has announced its support of the “Thailand: 9 Days in the Kingdom” art book project to be published in honor of His Majesty The King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
In December 2007, internationally-renown publishing house Editions Didier Millet will launch the book, a portrait of contemporary Thailand, to celebrate HM The King’s 80th birthday. Nine is considered an auspicious number in Thailand and further resonance is given to the title as HM the King is also known as Rama IX.
“Thailand: 9 Days in the Kingdom” will showcase the work of 55 of the world’s most celebrated photographers, including several from Thailand. 100 of the best images from the shoot will form a major touring photographic exhibition after the book launch.
The shoot and the launch of the book itself will be major events due in part to the prominence of the members of the Editorial Advisory Board, led by Dr. Chirayu Isarangkun na Ayuthaya, Director-General, Bureau of the Crown. Illustrious members of the board also include Dr. Suvit Yodmani, Minister of Tourism and Sports; Mr. Tej Bunnag, Advisor to the Office of His Majesty’s Principal Private Secretary and Mr. Khwankeo Vajarodaya, Grand Chamberlain, Bureau of the Royal Household.
At the recent press conference at the Dusit Thani hotel in Bangkok for the launch of the project Raimon Land CEO Mr. Nigel Cornick commented: “In December 2007, His Majesty The King will celebrate his 80th birthday, an event highly significant for both His Majesty, the world’s longest reigning monarch and for the people of Thailand and it should be market by the publication of a major, luxurious commemorative book. As a Thai company, Raimon Land is proud is provide its full support to such a project and to participate in raising 9 million baht for His Majesty’s charities.”
Mr. Cornick continued: “The book will provide an overview of the achievements and developments that have taken place in Thailand during the reign of His Majesty, emphasize important events in His life and also show the important role of the monarchy in the country. It will present the kingdom in a new and exciting manner to regional and worldwide audiences and we are glad to be a part of this.”
PRESS ENQUIRIES :
Mr. Jerome Leroux/ Khun Oh
Raimon Land Public Relations
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Kwanrudee Maneewongwatthana
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Raimon Land PLC
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Bangkok 10330
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