Thailand holds royal opening ceremony for new parliament
泰國為新國會大樓舉行皇家開幕儀式
On March 14, 2026, Thailand officially inaugurated its new legislative term with a grand royal opening ceremony at the Sappaya-Sapasathan in Bangkok.
2026年3月14日，泰國於曼谷的「Sappaya-Sapasathan」議會大廈舉行了盛大的皇室開幕典禮，正式啟動新一屆立法會期。
This event, which requires the presence of the King, marks the formal start of the first annual session following the February 8 general election.
此活動需由國王親臨主持，象徵著繼2月8日大選後的首屆年度會期正式開啟。
As the newly elected members gather, the focus shifts to critical procedural tasks, including electing the Speaker and the Prime Minister.
隨著新當選議員齊聚，焦點轉向選舉議長與總理等關鍵程序。
The Bhumjaithai Party currently leads these efforts.
議會大廈本身是一座建築奇蹟。
The venue itself, Sappaya-Sapasathan, is an architectural marvel.
它坐落於昭披耶河（ㄓㄠㄆㄧˊㄧㄝㄏㄜˊ）畔，是世界上規模最大的議會建築。
Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, it is the largest parliament building in the world.
這座11層樓高的結構旨在體現「和平議會」的理念，運用了超過5000棵柚（ㄧㄡˋ）木，將泰國傳統美學與現代功能性融為一體。
While the royal ceremony emphasizes deep-rooted tradition, it provides a striking backdrop for the nation's contemporary democratic transition.
當議員們進入「蘇里揚廳」（Suriyan Hall）時，這場典禮象徵著泰國立法未來的新篇章，在莊嚴的歷史傳承與迫切的組閣工作之間取得平衡。
As representatives occupy the Suriyan Hall, the ceremony symbolizes a fresh chapter for Thailand's legislative future, balancing solemn heritage with the pressing work of government formation.
