Emperor Naruhito expresses hope for peaceful year in New Year’s poetry
Emperor Naruhito of Japan has expressed his hope for a peaceful year in a New Year’s poem read at the annual New Year’s poetry gathering….
Asian Royals
Sultan of Brunei undergoes successful knee replacement surgery
The Sultan of Brunei had a successful knee replacement on Sunday. His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, 79, underwent a total right knee replacement…
Crown Prince Haakon to visit Japan
The Royal Court of Norway has made an exciting announcement for this summer regarding the next in line to the Norwegian throne. Crown Prince Haakon…
King and Queen of Thailand send assistance to crane disaster victims
The King and Queen of Thailand have expressed deep concern and sent assistance following a crane collapse in Nakhon Ratchasima province. On Wednesday, 14th January,…
Former Thai princess dies
Former Thai Princess Induratana has died at the age of 103. Induratana died in Bangkok on 5 January 2026. She was the longest-surviving member of…
Future monarchs of Asia
Asia has six monarchies, two of which are elective. The Royal News Organisation takes a look at the future monarchs of Asia. Bhutan The youngest…
Traditional New Year greeting for Queen of Bhutan
The Queen of Bhutan received a traditional New Year greeting from children from the Thimphu valley at Lingkana Palace. Queen Jetsun Pema and her three…
A first for Japan’s Prince Hisahito
New Year’s Day marked a royal first for Japan’s Prince Hisahito, who will one day be the Emperor of Japan. The second in line to…
The biggest royal news stories of 2025
As we end the year 2025, let’s take a look back at the biggest royal news stories. Princess of Wales reveals she is in remission…
King and Queen of Bhutan receive honorary degrees in Thailand
The King and Queen of Bhutan have received honorary degrees from Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok. King Jigme Khesar and Queen Jetsun Pema were awarded honorary…