Italian scientist receives Thai honour, boosting Thailand-Italy relations

The Prince Mahidol Award 2023, a distinguished Thai honour in the medical field, has been conferred upon Prof Dr Napoleone Ferrara, an Italian medical scientist. The award’s presentation underscores the over 156 year old bond between Thailand and Italy.

The Italian Embassy in Thailand celebrated this honour, hosting a ceremony for Prof Dr Ferrara. Distinguished Thai figures with notable Italian connections, such as Dr Somsak Leeswadtrakul, an influential businessman and member of Mahidol University’s council, attended the event, further cementing the relationship between the two nations.

On January 24, Mahidol University also celebrated to honour the recipients of the royal awards, presented by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn at the Grand Palace.

Thailand and Italy have maintained diplomatic relations since October 3, 1868,…