Cabinet approves nomination of 'Supreme Patriarch Prince Vajirañāṇavarorasa' as a world-renowned figure to UNESCO
The Cabinet has passed a resolution approving the nomination of 'Supreme Patriarch Prince Vajirañāṇavarorasa' to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to be recognized as a world-renowned figure with outstanding contributions to education and culture.
Supreme Patriarch Prince Vajirañāṇavarorasa was the founder of the 'Dhamma Studies system,' which serves as the fundamental basis for Buddhist education in Thailand to this day. His Holiness played a pivotal role in reforming the Thai monastic education system, making it more modern and systematic.
This nomination serves to honor his legacy as a contributor to the promotion of peace and culture. The Thai government aims to bring international recognition to his work and to celebrate his significant anniversary in accordance with UNESCO's criteria.
In the next steps, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant agencies will prepare the necessary documentation and information to formally present to UNESCO for consideration in declaring him a world-renowned figure for the upcoming term.