On the commemoration of the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej on 13 October 2018, H.E. Mr. Vitavas Srivihok, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Thailand to the United Nations, New York presided over merit making activities at Variradhammapadhip Temple, Long Island, New York. The event was organised by the Royal Thai Consulate General in New York and participated by officers from various offices of the Royal Thai Government in New York, their spouses, and members of the Thai communities in New York and surrounding areas.