The Royal Gazette published an announcement of the royal conferment of the Most Illustrious Order of the Crown of Thailand to Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of Defence Force of the Republic of Singapore.
On 2 March 2026, the Royal Gazette website published an announcement regarding the royal conferment of a decoration to a foreign military officer. His Majesty graciously bestowed the Most Illustrious Order of the Crown of Thailand upon Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of Defence Force of the Republic of Singapore, in recognition of his valuable contributions and significant role in fostering and sustaining good relations between the armed forces of both countries, which benefits the military and the nation as a whole.
This has been effective since 17 February 2026.
The announcement was made on 19 February 2026, the 11th year of the current reign.