Italian President Awards Thai Princess Top Order of Merit
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ROME, Italy – Italian President Sergio Mattarella presented Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya with the Knight Grand Cross, the highest rank of Italy’s Order of Merit, at the Presidential Palace on October 20, 2026. The honor recognizes the princess’s prominent role in promoting Italian art, culture and creativity internationally, particularly in fashion, design and craftsmanship, which are central to Italy’s national identity. The citation also highlights her ability and vision in incorporating Italian expertise, traditional materials, techniques and craftsmanship into her own creations.
