Thailand’s long-time Sinophile Princess Sirindhorn to receive China’s Friendship Medal

Thailand’s Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s relationship with China goes back almost four decades. Over that time, her work to promote Sino-Thai relations – particularly in diplomacy and the arts – has earned her much recognition on the mainland. In 2009, the princess was voted one of the “Ten Best International Friends of China” for her contribution towards cultural exchanges and friendly ties between the two countries. Next month, as the People’s Republic of China celebrates its 70th…