Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, the eldest child of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, has died at the age of 47. The Royal Household Bureau announced her death today, following a period of illness after she collapsed in December. The princess, a trained lawyer, was a prominent figure in the Thai monarchy and was considered a potential heir to the throne. She had been unconscious for several days prior to her passing. Her death marks a significant loss for the royal family and the nation. Further details surrounding her illness and passing have not been released.